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Chapman University’s Attallah College Hosts Third Annual Peace Leadership in Schools Summit

Chapman University’s Attallah College Hosts Third Annual Peace Leadership in Schools Summit

November 24, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

Chapman University’s Attallah College, with support from The Miner Anderson Family Foundation, hosted its third annual Peace Leadership in Schools Summit this fall 2025 semester. Organized by Associate Professors Anna Abdou and Whitney McIntyre Miller and Instructional Associate Professor Trisha Sugita, the summit brought together school leaders from Southern California districts and educational institutions to share strategies for promoting peace and wellness within their

Empowering Future Mental Health Leaders with Restorative Justice Practices

Empowering Future Mental Health Leaders with Restorative Justice Practices

April 17, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

Chapman University’s Attallah College of Educational Studies faculty members Anna Abdou, assistant professor of school psychology, and Randee Kirkemo, instructional assistant professor of school counseling, have been selected to receive the 2025 Community Partner Award from Groundswell at its upcoming Wave of Hope Gala on May 1, 2025. The recognition honors their leadership and collaboration

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Chapman University’s Attallah College Hosts Third Annual Peace Leadership in Schools Summit

Chapman University’s Attallah College Hosts Third Annual Peace Leadership in Schools Summit

November 24, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

Chapman University’s Attallah College, with support from The Miner Anderson Family Foundation, hosted its third annual Peace Leadership in Schools Summit this fall 2025 semester. Organized by Associate Professors Anna Abdou and Whitney McIntyre Miller and Instructional Associate Professor Trisha Sugita, the summit brought together school leaders from Southern California districts and educational institutions to share strategies for promoting peace and wellness within their

Empowering Future Mental Health Leaders with Restorative Justice Practices

Empowering Future Mental Health Leaders with Restorative Justice Practices

April 17, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

Chapman University’s Attallah College of Educational Studies faculty members Anna Abdou, assistant professor of school psychology, and Randee Kirkemo, instructional assistant professor of school counseling, have been selected to receive the 2025 Community Partner Award from Groundswell at its upcoming Wave of Hope Gala on May 1, 2025. The recognition honors their leadership and collaboration

Virtual Reality and AI Could Transform Behavioral Assessments in U.S. Schools

Virtual Reality and AI Could Transform Behavioral Assessments in U.S. Schools

April 1, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

The primary method that U.S. schools use to assess the behavioral abilities of young children may be biased against students from underserved communities. This is all the more alarming considering behavioral assessments can impact the educational trajectory of a student’s life. Jared Izumi, assistant professor of counseling and school psychology in the Attallah College of

2025-2026 Attallah College Faculty Promotions

2025-2026 Attallah College Faculty Promotions

March 31, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

We are thrilled to recognize two outstanding Attallah College faculty members who have earned tenure and/or promotion effective at the start of the 2025–2026 academic year, following a rigorous review by their peers and academic leadership.  Please join us in celebrating this significant milestone and extending heartfelt congratulations to our esteemed colleagues!   

Attallah College Celebrates Research and Collaboration at 2025 NASP Annual Conference

Attallah College Celebrates Research and Collaboration at 2025 NASP Annual Conference

March 25, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

Chapman University’s Attallah College of Educational Studies had a strong presence at the 2025 National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) annual conference in Seattle, with faculty and students contributing to 14 activities, including presentations, mini-skills sessions, and workshops.   Faculty Highlights at NASP 2025  Dr. Annmary Abdou co-presented a paper on restorative justice and led a

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Changes to State Eligibility Requirements to Teach Transitional Kindergarten (TK) in California Teacher education candidates will need to meet new requirements.

March 24, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is the first year of a two-year kindergarten experience in California. In addition to holding a Multiple Subject Credential, after August 1, 2025, all TK teachers must also meet one of the following requirements: Have completed at least 24 credits in early childhood education, child development, or both; or Have professional experience in

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2025 Top Employers Honored at Chapman University Organizations from a variety of industries were celebrated for their continued commitment to hiring Chapman students and alumni.

March 7, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

In his annual State of the University address on Feb. 28, Chapman University President Daniele C. Struppa recognized the institution’s Top Employers for 2025. This award honors organizations that have demonstrated a sustained commitment to hiring the university’s graduates. “We are very grateful for all the organizations that you see listed here that trust us to

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Bridging the Gap: How Family Support Can Drive Success for Latinx First-Generation College Students Attallah College Assistant Professor Stephany Cuevas is researching how to support the families of first-generation college students.

January 16, 2025 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

As universities nationwide are stepping up to address the underrepresentation of Latinx students, there is still much work to be done to improve first-generation graduation rates. But one critical component to the academic success of first-generation students is currently understudied—their relationship with their families. Fortunately, Assistant Professor Stephany Cuevas of the Attallah College of Educational

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Golden State Teacher Grant Now Includes School Counseling and School Psychology New Grant Opportunity Offers up to $10,000 in financial assistance to School Counseling and School Psychology Students

December 17, 2024 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

The Golden State Teacher Grant now includes pupil personnel services, which allows school counselors and school psychologists to participate in the one-time grant fund opportunity.  “This Golden State Teacher Grant is a great financial resource, and we are thrilled that this opportunity is now available to our students in our M.A. School Counseling and Ed.S.

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Golden State Teacher Grant Updates Improved California Grant Opportunities for Teacher Candidates

December 17, 2024 by | Attallah College of Educational Studies

The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) has announced new modifications to the Golden State Teacher Grant, an education grant created to help prospective teachers cover the costs of earning a California teaching credential. The grant supports soon-to-be teachers and pupil personnel services providers by providing a one-time grant of up to $10,000 to help pay

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