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The University held a “Blessing of the Beam” and “Topping Out” ceremony for its new eight-story center for rehabilitation education, which will house the departments of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Exercise Science. The state-of-the-art facility is scheduled to be open for the fall 2015 semester. Read more on pages 3 and 8.

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N DEAN’S MESSAGE MESSAGE from the DEAN DeaN Evergreen trees are at the forefront of many people’s minds as we prepare for the upcoming Christmas season. A symbol of Christmas since the 16th century, the evergreen tree holds other — and sometimes surprising — meanings, as witnessed earlier this year on our campus.

In August, a steel beam carrying an evergreen tree, flanked by the U.S. and University of Scranton flags, was hoisted to the top of the new center Debra Pellegrino, Ed.D. for rehabilitation education on campus. The “Topping out Ceremony” is a cherished custom of ironworkers whenever the skeleton of a bridge or building is completed.

“Topping Out” is a signal that the uppermost steel beam is going into place, that the structure has reached its height. As that final beam is hoisted, an evergreen tree or flag or both are attached to it as it ascends. The tradition of the “Topping Out” might have started in the Scandinavian countries and eventually made its way to Northeastern Pennsylvania, but no one seems to know exactly when or how it started.

What we do know is what the “Topping Out” ceremony symbolizes. It commemorates an achievement — the accomplishment of having reached the highest point of construction.

While there is still work to be done to complete the structure, the “heavy work” is done.

As I watched the “Topping Out” ceremony on our very own campus, I couldn’t help but think how fitting it was to be celebrating this tradition at a Jesuit and Catholic university.

As the Former Superior General of the Society of Jesus, Peter-Hans Kolvenbach, S.J., has reminded us: “The real measure of our Jesuit universities lies in who our students become.”

For every student who passes through these halls, receiving that coveted Scranton diploma is a “Topping Out” moment. The “heavy lifting” of teaching and learning is done, but there is still much to be done. Our students go forth to foster within themselves a virtuous life characterized by personal responsibility, respect, forgiveness, compassion and habits of reflection.

I’m grateful for the opportunity that The University of Scranton has to help shape the lives of our students. I’m equally grateful to all those who make the educational experience at Scranton one that is in the top tier of universities in national rankings. That evergreen tree atop the center for rehabilitation education stands tall as a symbol of achievement you’ll find across academic disciplines, service and career outcomes at Scranton.

Wishing you all the peace, joy, and love of the season of giving!

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Michael M. Costello joins the Department of Health Administration and Human Resources as a Faculty Specialist. Mike is a graduate of The University of Scranton as well as Ohio University and Southland University. Prior to his joining PCPS, Mike served as a consultant for Moses Taylor Hospital Health Care System and a national certified counselor.

Margaret “Maggie” Koehler joins the Department of Health Administration and Human Services as a Faculty Specialist. Maggie received her master’s degree from The University of Scranton and was a Fulbright Scholar to New Zealand. Prior to joining PCPS full time, Maggie was an adjunct faculty and a self-employed business consultant.

Catherine Cullen joins the Department of Education as a Faculty Specialist. Catherine received her Ed.D. from Temple University and holds a letter of eligibility for superintendent and an elementary and secondary principal certification. Prior to joining PCPS, Catherine was a curriculum specialist with the Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit.

Dana Maida joins the Department of Physical Therapy as a Faculty Specialist. Dana received her doctorate of physical therapy from The University of Scranton. Prior to joining PCPS, Dana was a physical therapist at Regional Hospital of Scranton.

Ann Culp joins the Department of Nursing as a Faculty Specialist. Ann received her doctorate in nursing practice from Case Western Reserve University and is a certified registered nurse anesthetist. Prior to joining PCPS, Ann was the assistant program administrator at the Commonwealth Health/University of Scranton School of Nurse Anesthesia.

Katherine Purswell joins the Department of Counseling and Human Services as a Faculty Specialist. Katherine received her Ph.D. from the University of North Texas and is a national certified counselor. Prior to joining PCPS, Katherine was an assistant director, Center for Play Therapy, at the University of North Texas.

Susan Elczyna joins the Department of Nursing as a Faculty Specialist. Susan received her Ph.D. from Marywood University and is a certified registered nurse anesthetist. Prior to joining PCPS, Susan was the clinical director at the Commonwealth Health/ University of Scranton School of Nurse Anesthesia.

Brandice Ricciardi joins the Department of Counseling and Human Services as a Faculty Specialist. Brandice received her master’s degree in Community Counseling at The University of Scranton and is a national certified counselor. Prior to joining PCPS, full time, Brandice was an adjunct faculty and worked at the Scranton Counseling Center.

Bernard Gilligan joins the Department of Nursing as a Faculty Specialist and serves as the Program Administrator for the Nurse Anesthesia program. Bernie received his doctorate of nursing practice from Chatham University and is a certified registered nurse anesthetist. Prior to joining PCPS, Bernie was the assistant program director at Nazareth Hospital School of Nurse Anesthesiology in Philadelphia.

Susan Scanland joins the Department of Nursing as a Faculty Specialist. Susan received her MSN from the University of Pittsburgh and is a certified nurse practitioner in the areas of gerontology, adult nursing and dementia. Prior to joining PCPS full time, Susan was an adjunct faculty and is the founder and CEO of Dementia Connection.

Daphne Golden joins the Department of Physical Therapy as an Assistant Professor. Daphne received her doctorate in physical therapy from Temple University and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. from the University of Delaware. Prior to joining PCPS, Daphne was self-employed.

Jennifer Schwartz joins the Department of Physical Therapy as a Faculty Specialist. Jennifer received her DPT from The University of Scranton. Prior to joining PCPS, Jennifer was the lead physical therapist at the Transitional Learning Center in Galveston, Texas.

Julia Guzman joins the Department of Occupational Therapy as a Faculty Specialist. Julia received her clinical doctorate in occupational therapy from Misericordia University. Prior to joining PCPS, Julia was an assistant professor/assistant director of Newark Therapy Services Faculty Practice at Rutgers-Biomedical and Health Sciences (formerly University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey).

Paul Sung joins the Department of Physical Therapy as an Associate Professor. Paul received his Ph.D. from Nova Southeastern University. Prior to joining PCPS, Paul was a visiting scholar at the University of Toledo at the Engineering Center for Orthopaedic Research Excellence (E-Core). He also held the rank of Professor at the College of Health Science, Korea University, Seoul Korea from September 2010-2013.

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epartment NEWS Department NEWS Department N NEW FACULTY Cristen Walker joins the Department of Nursing as a Faculty Specialist. Cristen received a master’s degree in nursing from Binghamton University. Prior to joining PCPS, Cristen was a faculty/clinical instructor at the Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center, School of Practical Nursing.

Qian Wang joins the Department of Exercise Science & Sport as an Assistant Professor. Qian received her master’s degree from the University of Illinois and received her Ph.D. in community health from the University of Illinois. Prior to joining PCPS, Qian has taught at the University of Illinois.

PRESENTATIONS & GRANTS Datti, P. A., & Herrick, S. (2014, March). LGBT college students with disabilities: Unique transitions and challenges. Presentation at the National Council on Rehabilitation Education Annual Spring Conference, Manhattan Beach, CA. Fleming-Castaldy, R.P. (2014). Enabling Success on External Credentialing Examinations: Teaching-Learning Strategies for Educators in the Helping Professions. The Clute Institute 2014 International Education Conference. San Francisco, CA. Aug. 6, 2014.

Grossman, J.A. & Demkosky, C. (2014, May). The Impact of Short Duration High Intensity Training on Anthropometric Measurements and Body Composition Changes. Thematic Poster Presentation at American College of Sports Medicine 61st Annual Meeting and 5th World Congress Exercise in Medicine and the Role of Inflammation in Exercise, Health and Disease, Orlando, FL. Grossman, J.A. & Payne, E. (2014). A Comparison Study Regarding the Impact of Short Duration, High Intensity Exercise using the “10-minute Trainer” and Traditional Exercise on Body Composition Changes and Weight Loss in Post-Menopausal Women.

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Hanson, M.J.S. (July, 2014). U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Health Resources & Services Administration. Advanced Education Nursing Traineeship for 2014-2016 for nurse practitioner students funded for $634,000.

Nastasi, J. (2014, Sept.). Low vision rehabilitation for Multiple Sclerosis. Workshop presented at the Envision Conference 2014, Minneapolis, MN. Sandhaus, S., Zalon, M. L., Kovaleski, M. & Roe-Prior, P. (2014, April). Delirium documentation in hospitalized elders. [Poster] 26th Annual Scientific Sessions Eastern Nursing Research Society. Philadelphia, PA.

PUBLICATIONS Bruch, L. A., & Wallick, W. G. (2014). Using film as a catalyst for change: An exploration of human resource graduate students’ attitudes about disability. Rehabilitation Counselors’ and Educators’ Journal, 7(1), 70-83.

Fleming-Castaldy, R.P. (2014). Activities, occupations, and empowerment. In J. Hinojosa & M.L. Blount, (Eds.). The texture of life: Purposeful activities in the context of occupation, 4th edition. (pp. 393-415). Bethesda, MD: AOTA Press.

Hanson, M.J.S. (2014). Beliefs about smoking in millennial generation teenage women. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 10(3), 162-166.

Jacob, E. J., & Datti, P. A. (2014, Fall). Fitness for the profession: A model to address the growing edges of human service trainees.

The Council for Standards of Human Service Education Bulletin.

CSHSE: Alexandria, VA. Lambert, W., Fleming-Castaldy, R., & Romeo, J., (2014). Psychiatric and cognitive disorders. In R. P. Fleming-Castaldy (Ed.).

National occupational therapy certification exam review & study guide (7th ed., pp. 265-296.) Evanston, IL: TherapyEd. Lambert, W., Fleming-Castaldy, R., & Romeo, J., (2014). Psychosocial approaches: Evaluation and intervention. In R. P. FlemingCastaldy (Ed.). National occupational therapy certification exam review & study guide (7th ed., pp. 339-368.) Evanston, IL: TherapyEd. Nastasi, J. (2014). Chapter 6 – Meaning and dynamic of occupation and activity. In K. Jacobs, N. MacRae, & K. Sladyk (Editors), Occupational Therapy Essentials for Clinical Competence, Second Edition. Slack Incorporated.

Zalon, M. L. (2014). Mild, moderate and severe pain in patients recovering from major abdominal surgery. Pain Management Nursing, 15(2), e1-12.

Zula, K.J. (2014). The future of non-traditional occupations for women: A comprehensive review of the literature and implications for workplace learning and performance. Journal of Diversity Management, 9(1), 1-12.

Zula, K.J. (2014). Workplace wellness programs: A comparison between best practice guidelines and implementation. Journal of Applied Business Research, 29(3), 783-92.

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The Leahy Community Health & Family Center The Leahy University of Success Summer Institute The University of Scranton’s Success Program, an academic and enrichment program for high school students seeking a college education, provided 20 area high school students with hands-on learning experiences through a two-week residential camp. The camp is designed to engage the students in creative thinking and problem-solving activities that expose the students to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) concepts.

The summer institute is the initial event for incoming members of the University of Success, a four year mentorship program designed to assist participants to successfully complete high school and gain entrance into a college or university through a variety of rigorous, relevant learning opportunities, career exploration and academic services.

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Twenty students participated in The University of Scranton’s University of Success summer institute, which introduced students to the four-year mentoring program and included hands-on projects, presentations and field trips. Front row (from left): Andrea Mantione, director of the Leahy Community Health and Family Center; Maria Vital, operations manager at the Leahy Community Health and Family Center; Kerilyn Pon, Taylor; Marissa Mae Tripus, Spring Brook Township; Izabell Hearst, Wilkes-Barre; Noemi Carreto, Scranton; Anthony Voglino, Carbondale; and Margaret Loughney, University of Success program director. Second row: Erika Olivares, Covington Township; Vincent Gigliotti, Carbondale; Delgis Isabel Belliard, Sterling; and Navruz Kadyrov, Scranton. Third row: Laxmi Dahal, Scranton; Taahairah Muhammad, Scranton; Jaileen Elizia Castro, Scranton; and Jacob McDonnell, Swoyersville. Fourth row: Nestor Ayala, Scranton; Ximena Jimenez, Scranton; and Sergio Benavides, Scranton. Fifth row: Jennifer Bach, Simpson; Alissa Burke, Dunmore; and Kadyn Brown, Scranton. Top row: Counselors Alyssa Potter and Jessica Lloyd; Erin Harrington, lead teacher; counselors Dorian Skinner, Justin Davis and David Hopp, assistant teacher. Absent from photo is University of Success student Kaiona Nelson of Scranton.

Leahy Student Advisory Board Jessica Hatala – Volunteer coordinator of the Student Advisory Board During the fall of 2012, I became a volunteer at the Leahy Community Health and Family Center. I am a member of the Student Advisory Board, where I hold the position of volunteer coordinator. My job includes making the volunteer schedule every week. I am currently a senior biology major with the hopes of becoming a dentist. As a resident of Lackawanna County, I wanted to give back to my community by making a difference in other peoples’ lives. Being at the Center every week, I get to see firsthand how appreciative people are and how their lives have been greatly impacted thanks to our services. After volunteering at the Center, I have come to realize we can make a difference in so many lives. I hope to carry on the ethics set forth by the Center and apply them to my future career and personal life.

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Erik Schab – Media Manager I have been volunteering at the Leahy Health and Family Center since my freshman year. I am a biology pre-med major, and began volunteering at the clinic to gain some clinical experience. Now that I am in my senior year, my involvement has grown extensively. I am on the Student Advisory Board working as the media manager, and I am one of the office managers during clinic hours. Working at the Center has allowed me to interact with numerous clients who come from many different backgrounds. It has also given me good insight into the many professions in healthcare that come together to make it all work. This inter-professional work environment has been enormously valuable to my career development.

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y Community Health & Family Center The Leahy Communit Leahy Student Advisory Board The committee is led by Hayden Strickland (senior, HADM) and includes Jenil Shah (junior, biology), Dipam Shah (junior, BCMB) and Kendrick Monestime (second year, MHA). This past year, they were hard at work scanning the medical files into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and working on the policies and procedures that will support the system. The committee is also working closely with the Scribe Program. Scribes were trained recently by MHA student Robert Sawyer and the program was passed on to senior students who will implement the scribing process. The program will be very beneficial for the operation of the clinic as it will assist the volunteer physicians and nurses in documentation and improve overall efficiency. Full implementation of the EMR system is an endeavor that is an inter-professional academic exercise with each health professions student contributing their knowledge and time under the supervision of the Leahy Center professional staff. This project will improve the overall work flow and will allow the Leahy Clinic to better serve the community.

Zach Dyer – Clinic Discharge Coordinator I oversee the transition that patients go through from the clinic’s medical provider, to any outpatient services they may need. We ensure the patient understands what the next steps in their treatment are, while attempting to instill a sense of comfort in them about the road ahead. This year, my goal is to bring in more student volunteers and pass on the intricacies of discharging patients in an efficient manner.

Our goal is to raise funds for the general operations of the Center programs and to fund the Student Board activities. It is our hope to raise awareness of the service provided by the Leahy Center to the community and The University of Scranton.

The fundraising officers (from left to right): Rebecca DeBoer, committee member; Greg Stonier: treasurer/ co-chair of fundraising; and Andreana Rodriguez, treasurer/co-chair of fundraising.

Larissa Arango Leahy Clinic volunteer interpreter Leahy Clinic volunteer interpreters strive to foster a strong sense of community through removing language barriers. We are always looking to expand our knowledge and fluency of different languages to help those who come to the clinic. One of our major goals this year is to increase the knowledge of medical terminology and other medical vocabulary in the interpreters. Another goal is to create better cohesion between the clinic and the interpreters by teaching professional protocol to all volunteer interpreters.

Santiago Garcia is the president of the Leahy Student Advisory Board and Melissa Olsakowski is the vice president. Together, Garcia and Olsakowski have goals to continue leading student engagement in the Leahy Community Health and Family Center, as well as promoting the Center’s services to the Lackawanna Community and The University of Scranton itself. Both oversee the fundraising committee, including the largest community event of the year, Zumbathon. In addition, they are hoping to spread word about the community needs and opportunities for faculty and staff. They educate the University community on the diverse populations they serve and inspire students to volunteer during our programs, the medical clinic, behavior health clinic, physical therapy clinic, nutrition and health classes, food pantry and after school activities for primary and high school students.

Santiago Garcia and Melissa Olsakowski, president and vice president of the Leahy Student Advisory Board.

The Public Relations Committee is tasked with raising awareness of the Leahy Center’s presence in the community, and they will be working hard to publish editions 3 and 4 of the Leahy Tribune, the Center’s newsletter.

The newsletter includes physician, nurses and volunteer profiles, patient testimonials and updates for the community about the happenings in the Center. In addition to the newsletter, the PR committee will be working in conjunction with other committees that comprise the Student Advisory Board to meet our goals and expectations for the year.

The Leahy Center Public Relations Committee (from left to right): Marc Incitti ’15, Ashley Villa ’16 and Charlie Magee ’15.

Helen Akhondi – Secretary of the Student Advisory Board I have been a volunteer at the Leahy Community Health & Family Center since the summer of my sophomore year at The University of Scranton. In fact, I am a University of Success Alumni 2010. I enjoy doing service and the opportunity to be exposed to a clinical setting has opened my eyes to people with different backgrounds and how to assist each individual according to their unique needs. The Leahy Center and Clinic benefits both the volunteers and their patients, making every one of them feel welcomed.

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University Holds ‘Blessing’ and ‘Topping Out’ Ceremony for New Center for Rehabilitation Education

The University of Scranton President Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., gathers with administrators and faculty and staff of the Panuska College of Professional Studies at the “Blessing of the Beam” and “Topping Out” ceremony for the eightstory, 140-foot tall center for rehabilitation education, which, when completed in the fall of 2015, will be the tallest building on the University’s campus.

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The University of Scranton held a “Blessing of the Beam” and “Topping Out” ceremony for its new eight-story center for rehabilitation education, which, at 140 feet, will be the tallest building on the University’s campus. The center will house the departments of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Exercise Science.

At the ceremony, The University of Scranton President Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., blessed the steel beam mounted at the highest point of the $47.5 million, state-of-the-art facility. He then signed the beam along with University administrators, faculty and staff.

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Faith, Family & Future: Rehabilitation with Results

A Conference on Employment, Transition & Independent Living

13th annual northeastern U.S. Conference on disABILITY “Faith, Family and Future” Frame Discussions at Conference on Disability The archbishop of Louisville, Kentucky, two Canadian authors, employers and representatives from national, state and local organizations discussed their perspectives on employment, transition and independent living at the 13th Annual Northeastern U.S. Conference on disAbility, held Oct. 29 on campus.

Keynote Address by Archbishop Kurtz

Georgie to live with him in the parish rectory in Catasauqua, Pennsylvania, and then to the chancery when he was named Bishop of Knoxville, Tennessee. Georgie was actively involved in the parish, diocese and community, and lived with his brother until he died in 2002.

During his presentation, Archbishop Kurtz reflected on what he referred to as, “the joy of Georgie”— how Georgie’s very presence in the church rectory and community positively changed the ways in which people interacted with one another.

Drawing from Pope Francis’ message on the 20th anniversary of

The daylong conference, “Faith, Family and Future: Rehabilitation with Results,” featured a keynote address from Most Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D., president of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and archbishop of Louisville, Kentucky.

A native of Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, Archbishop Kurtz is a longtime friend of Edward R. Leahy ’68 who, together with his wife, Patricia, served as honorary chair of the conference.

Archbishop Kurtz, who discussed disability from a faith-based perspective, is known as an advocate for persons with disabilities and his lifelong devotion to his brother, Georgie, who had Down syndrome. After their mother died, the then Fr. Kurtz brought

Most Rev. Joseph E. Kurtz, Archbishop of Louisville, Kentucky, gave the afternoon keynote address. Archbishop Kurtz spoke of his experiences with his brother, Georgie, who had Down Syndrome, and the transformative effect that individuals with disabilities have on those around them.

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13th annual northeastern U.S. Conference on disABILITY the Pontifical Academy for Life, Archbishop Kurtz discussed how families can make a difference in changing attitudes about persons with disabilities. Quoting Pope Francis, Archbishop Kurtz called for the family to be “the teacher of acceptance and solidarity.”

Archbishop Kurtz also reflected on the Vatican’s 2000 Jubilee Year statement on persons with disabilities. Quoting the Vatican statement, he said a person with disabilities is “a privileged interlocutor of society and the Church” — a person who “…must be an active subject in a relationship of love and not only the object of charitable actions.”

Employment, Transition and Independent Living Tracks Presentations throughout the day covered a range of topics.

David DeNotaris, director of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services, and Rev. Richard Malloy, S.J., acting director of Campus Ministries and university chaplain, presented “Imagining Imagination’s Transformative Power.”

Patricia Leahy, director of Governmental Affairs, National Rehabilitation Association, led a panel discussion on “Working Together to Drive Innovation and Opportunity.”

Judith Gross and Grace Francis, assistant research professors from the University of Kansas, presented “Building the Dream of Employment.”

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Bob Durkin, president of the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, moderated an employment panel discussion, and Christine Jensen, NEPA SHRM, moderated a session on Pennsylvania employer resources. These sessions were sponsored

by Prudential Retirement.

The afternoon wrapped up with concurrent sessions on Family Employment Awareness Training and PA JOBS 1st Initiative.

Evening Keynote The evening keynote presentation featured Canadian Authors Judy McFarlane and Grace Chen. McFarlane, author of “Writing with Grace: A Journey beyond Down Syndrome,” discussed the journey taken with Chen in working with her as Chen wrote her own book, the fairytale “Cinderella-Grace: Vancouver Princess.”

McFarlane related the story of what it takes to face one’s own prejudice and how much courage it takes to follow a dream when everyone tells you it’s impossible.

Conference Co-Chairs and Sponsors Prudential Retirement, Allied Integrated Health System and the University’s Jesuit Center sponsored this year’s conference.

Lori Bruch, Ed.D., associate professor of counseling and human services and Rehabilitation Counseling Program director, and Rebecca Spirito Dalgin, Ph.D., associate professor of counseling and human services, served as conference co-chairs.

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Quotes from the Day: Student Reflection Kristen Nawrocki ’16, Rehabilitation Counseling I was given the opportunity to attend a presentation by Judy McFarlane, author of “Writing with Grace: A Journey beyond Down Syndrome,” and Grace Chen, author of “Cinderella-Grace: Vancouver Princess.” As I entered the Rev. Bernard R. McIlhenny, S.J., Ballroom I became overwhelmed with excitement as I saw more than 400 people gathered to listen to Judy and Grace’s presentation. Having read both of their books, I was eager to hear what they had to say. Once the presentation began, I instantly recognized the magical relationship that Judy and Grace had formed over years of working together, especially through the interactive pieces woven into the presentation.

Judy’s presentation not only did a wonderful job of showing how her relationship with Grace has grown, but also provided great insight into the struggles individuals with disabilities face, and the stereotypical thoughts that she once held about Grace. I believe Judy and Grace’s presentation will help others to look more deeply into what it means to live with a disability so that they may become educated and recognize the potential of all individuals with disabilities.

“Faith, family and future is the cornerstone for rehabilitation with results.”

— Kevin P. Quinn, University President

“Our conversations in society are not complete unless they include the views of those with disabilities.”

— Most Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D., President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and Archbishop of Louisville, Kentucky

“Fear is at the root of all exclusion.”

— Judy McFarlane, author of “Writing with Grace: A Journey beyond Down Syndrome”

“I believe every American deserves the opportunity to pursue employment, live independently and participate in their community, and I greatly appreciate and admire the work of the Conference on disAbility to improve the quality of life of individuals with disabilities.”

— United States Senator Robert P. Casey (in a message delivered by Kristen Magnotta, Regional Manager for Northeastern Pennsylvania)

“Taken from the thoughts of Maya Angelou, I’ve learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way she handles these three things: a rainy day in Scranton, lost keynote presenters and the tangled lights of Father Rick Malloy and David DeNotaris.Wow! We do have faith.”

— Debra Pellegrino, Ed.D., Dean of the Panuska College of Professional Studies 4 5 1 Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., president of The University of Scranton, provides the opening remarks at the 13th Annual Northeastern U.S. Conference on disABILITY. 2 Distinguished guests attending the 2014 disABILITY Conference. Front row (from left to right): Dr. Rebecca Spirito-Dalgin, conference co-chair, Mrs. Patricia Leahy, honorary conference chairperson, Dr. Debra A. Pellegrino, dean of the Panuska College of Professional Studies, Dr. Lori Bruch, conference co-chair, and Dr. Donald Boomgaarden, provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs at The University of Scranton. Back row (from left to right): Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., president of The University of Scranton, Most Rev. Joseph C. Bambera, bishop of Scranton, Pennsylvania, Most Rev. Joseph E. Kurtz, archbishop of Louisville, Kentucky, and president of The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, and Mr. Edward R. Leahy, honorary conference chairperson. 3 Members of the Royal Signers American Sign Language Club perform “Let There Be Peace on Earth” prior to the conference luncheon. 4 Grace Chen, evening keynote speaker at the 13th Annual Northeastern U.S. Conference on disABILITY, signs a copy of her book, “Cinderella Grace.” 5 Sara Wolff was the recipient of the Edward R. Leahy, Jr. Award for Excellence in Advocacy. Sara was recognized for her testimony in support of the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act before the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight. 6 Ray Burd was posthumously awarded the Edward R. Leahy, Jr. for Excellence in Leadership. Ray served as the director of Printing and Mailing Service at The University of Scranton for 24 years and was involved in all conference-related publications. He also played an instrumental role in the creation and development of the Student Veterans Lounge on campus. Accepting the award are his wife, Linda, his daughter, Karen, and his son, Brian. 7 Judy McFarlane (left) and Grace Chen re-enact a conversation they had while writing Grace’s book, “Cinderella Grace.” Judy published a memoir of her experience, “Writing with Grace,” detailing how she was transformed by the process. 8 Over 400 students, faculty, staff and members of the community attended the evening presentation given by Judy McFarlane and Grace Chen.

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Reflection, Integration and the Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm Reflection helps students integrate and make meaning across learning experiences.

Our Ignatian heritage allows us the opportunity for reflection with the fundamental premise that reflection in the Jesuit tradition deepens the integrative qualities of student learning, which makes that learning more transformative and enduring. The five elements of Ignatian pedagogy: context, experience, reflection, action and evaluation, derive from the underlying principles, values and actions in St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Spiritual Exercises.

In the Panuska College of Professional Studies that integration is promoted through reflection, by inviting students, in disciplined and systematic ways, to make connections that intensify their learning. Reflection is the vehicle for critical analysis, problem-solving, synthesis of opposing ideas, evaluation, identifying patterns and creating meaning — in short, many of the higher order thinking skills we strive to foster in our students.

In the spring of 2014, PCPS piloted a service learning capstone writing assignment for graduating seniors that was evaluated by faculty using a rubric. Students were asked to complete the following exercise: “In a 1-2 page typed essay, reflect on your academic service learning experiences over the last 4 years, and describe how the Jesuit Mission of social justice can be made manifest in your future role as a professional.”

Reflection on the Service Learning Capstone Assessment Of the 215 graduating seniors who submitted an essay, a random sample of 98 essays were selected. Of those 98 essays, 60 percent of the essays fell into the “exceeded expectations” category, 17 percent fell into the “met” category, and 23 percent fell into the “not met” category.

Discussion of specific actions on essays that fell below the norm on the rubric have begun in one department. The chair of the department has already contacted Dr. Mary Goldschmidt in CTLE to review the rubrics with his program faculty and to address the components of a reflective essay. In 2015, Dr. Goldschmidt will be invited to present at an all-college dean’s conference meeting on reflective writing. It was discovered through the essay assessment that the students were not addressing the mission nor understanding the concept of social justice as it relates to the mission. Father Ryan Maher, S.J., director of the Jesuit Center on campus, provided a lecture to the incoming PCPS freshman on Sept. 10, 2014.

Plans for the next iteration of the assessment based on the random sample resulted in the following actionable goals, which will be implemented for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Actionable goals for the PCPS freshman class in 2014-2015: • Apply two concepts of the Jesuit mission in a 500 word reflective essay after attending the freshman class lecture on the Ignatian heritage in the “helping professions.”

• Discuss in small groups with graduate-level counseling students how their awareness of the Jesuit Catholic mission has changed.

• Use alumni from PCPS to meet with student clubs and honor societies to demonstrate how “the big picture” and their professional experience connects to social justice.

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Focus on Assessment Members of the PCPS Board of Visitors met with senior students representing each of the major academic programs this spring to hear the students’ perspectives about service learning within the college.

Each of the students fielded questions presented by members of the Board of Visitors, reflecting on their service learning experiences at Scranton. Students were asked about: • their favorite (or least favorite) experience from service learning projects • what they would change about service learning if given the opportunity

• which academic course gave them the most insight about service learning experiences

• how they apply their chosen profession within the Jesuit and Catholic mission of social justice • how their education prepared them for their service learning experience • how the Jesuit mission of social justice will help them to plan for their future after graduation

Context (who)

Evaluation (how well)

Action (what next)

Experience (what)

Reflection (why/how)

“Student responses were insightful, positive and heartwarming,” said Debra Pellegrino, Ed.D., dean of the Panuska College of Professional Studies. “Their articulate, yet candid, responses provide us with excellent insight into our service learning program — its strengths, and areas where it can grow.”

A key strength of service learning described by the students during their interviews is how the program helped to shape the students as persons and professionals in their chosen careers.

Emily Carpenter, a nursing student, noted how a trip to Uganda influenced her choice to specialize in pediatrics. “They had such a hope,” said Emily of the Ugandan people with whom she worked. “They are such strong fighters that you just want to help them.”

Reflection is the vehicle for critical analysis, problem-solving, synthesis of opposing ideas, evaluation, identifying patterns and creating meaning.

Peter DeLong, an occupational therapy major who has participated in many volunteer activities and service projects, discussed how service learning has become part of his very being. “Since coming here, I really have a love for service learning,” he said. “If you’re in a helping profession, you naturally want to help people.

I really want to have a service experience throughout life.”

One consistent area of growth defined by the students is the need to enhance the structure of service learning for freshmen.

The T.A.P.E.S.T.R.Y. program has made great headway in this regard, the students said, noting that a bit more explanation about the goals and benefits of service learning would help students during their first year.

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Career Corner: Office of Career Services Employer Profile

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) — the world’s oldest and largest private cancer center — has devoted more than 130 years to exceptional patient care, innovative research and outstanding educational programs. Today, it is one of 41 National Cancer Institute–designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers, with state-of-the-art science flourishing side by side with clinical studies and treatment.

MSKCC posts internship and job opportunities for all Panuska College of Professional Studies majors including Community Health Education, Counseling & Human Services, Education, Exercise Science, Health Administration, Human Resources, Nursing, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy.

Intern Profiles “My summer internship at MSKCC was one that I will never forget. I truly felt engaged and involved in the patient’s health care experience. I was excited to see more of the clinical aspect that is involved in health care. As a session assistant, I acted as an intermediary between the patients and the physicians, and helped guide them throughout their stay. Every day, I woke up knowing I could make a difference in someone’s life. This internship reinforced, to me, why I wanted to get into healthcare. MSKCC will always have a special place in my heart, and I am truly grateful to have had such a gratifying experience.”

— Aadarsh Dhaded, senior health administration major “During my summer internship as a session assistant at MSKCC, I worked on the eighth floor radiology unit at the Outpatient Center.

My main responsibilities included greeting/checking-in patients and completing patient visits by scheduling and coordinating all appropriate tests, procedures and treatments in accordance with the physicians’ orders. My time at MSKCC was one of the most rewarding and heartfelt experiences I have ever been through. This intern-

ship made a huge impact in my life and my professional career and I am looking forward to applying to MSKCC as a full-time employee upon my graduation in May 2015.”

— Constance Ricciardi, senior counseling and human services major

Employee Profile “As an alumnus of The University of Scranton, I wanted to immerse myself in a role that would provide service to others and continue in the mission that Scranton so proudly conveys. Becoming a part of MSKCC gave me just that. By serving as a liaison between cancer patients, families and an incredibly dedicated clinical team, I have been able to utilize the values that my education has instilled in me, providing guidance and compassionate care to others through the support of such a notable and highly dedicated institution.”

— Michelle Elmuccio, community health education major, class of 2012

Search for Jobs/Connect with Alumni linkedin.com/alumni On LinkedIn, you can connect with The University of Scranton students or alumni who have work at MSKCC.

careers.mskcc.org The MSKCC webpage posts all of the open positions.

collegecentral.com/scranton The University of Scranton Career Services job/resume database system (College Central Network) allows you to search for some MSKCC opportunities.

WS Department NEWS Department NEWS Department NE AWARDS Paul Datti, Ph.D., received the Excellence in Integrating Diversity in Learning Award. He served as a lecturer at the University from 20052009, before being named an assistant professor in the Counseling and Human Services Department in 2009. He is director of the University’s Counseling and Human Services Program. Serving as a faculty representative on the Scranton Inclusion Initiative and as a member of the University’s Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Gender Equity Advisory Committee, among other committees and boards, Dr. Datti requires students in his Multicultural Counseling course to engage the community in service learning projects. He earned his doctorate in counselor education from Pennsylvania State University, his master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from The University of Scranton and his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Pennsylvania State University.

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Mary Jane Hanson, Ph.D., received the Excellence in Scholarly Publication Award. A professor in the Nursing Department, she joined The University of Scranton faculty in 1996 and has served as the director of the Graduate Program in Nursing since then. Since 1997, Dr. Hanson has secured more than $2 million in federal funding for nursing program grants and graduate student traineeships. She has published several papers in peer-reviewed and professional practice journals, and has presented at numerous national and international conferences. She also serves as a nurse practitioner at Penn-Kidder Medical Center in Albrightsville. Dr. Hanson earned her doctoral and master’s degrees in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania and her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Cedar Crest College.

Harold Anderson received a Provost Part-Time Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching. He joined The University of Scranton in 2010. He is an adjunct professor in the Department of Health Administration and Human Services.

Mr. Anderson is a retired U.S. Army medical service corps officer and held executive positions in local hospitals for over 35 years, including 16 years as a health system chief executive officer.

Experiential Learning Experiential Learning Experiential Student Reflections: Corrine Wolff ’14 The search for my advanced internship placement lead me to a site that would, unbeknownst to me, become a passion in my career. The looks I experienced when I told people I would be working with the elderly were not looks of excitement or happiness. Instead, I commonly heard, “well good luck, it takes a special person to do that.” Leading up to my first day at LIFE Geisinger, I was nervous and clueless. I questioned if this was the site I should have chosen, if I would be a good fit, and if I knew anything about the population.

Going in clueless and nervous ended up being a blessing in disguise. Throughout my internship in recreation therapy, I learned more about the elderly population and myself more than I could have imagined. I can write on and on about all of the “technical experience” I learned during internship, but I would rather say the simplest thing I learned; time is the most precious gift you can give, especially with persons with dementia or Alzheimer’s. I learned I didn’t have to do anything special or have a wealth of knowledge to work with our participants, but rather be a true presence with them. I learned that I can show respect, give dignity and — above all — be in the moment.

I am truly grateful to say that this internship at LIFE Geisinger was the stepping stone in my career of clinical mental health counseling. Currently, I work there part-time as a recreation therapy assistant. I work with participants with different cognitive functioning, abilities and medical conditions. If I didn’t jump out of my comfort zone, believe in myself or have my professors beside me, I would not have landed at LIFE Geisinger as an intern and definitely not an employee.

Global Health Management — Rio de Janeiro, February 2014

By Sana Khan ’14, MHA candidate

One of the highlights of my academic experience at The University of Scranton for my graduate studies in health administration was being able to take the Global Health Management course and visit Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I did extensive research on a topic of my choice, the rising obesity epidemic in Brazil, and presented my research at the South American Institute of Government and Health. During this trip, I was able to see the many different sides of Rio de Janeiro, from the beautiful Copacabana and Ipanema beaches to the conditions of living in a favela firsthand.

This course helped broaden my view of, not only Brazil, but the rest of the world in terms of health issues that are dealt with in many of the different regions.

Members of the Global Health Management course in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Obstacles to Success for Early Careerists in Healthcare Leadership” EWS“Exploring Department NEWS Depar

By David M. Linhares, MHA Candidate

Just this past month, I was browsing through the July/August 2014 issue of the Journal of Healthcare Management. As an early careerist, an article titled, “Exploring Obstacles to Success for Early Careerists in Healthcare Leadership” by Etheline Desir, president of Desir Executive Search, caught my eye. The theme discussed the following question: will we have enough qualified healthcare leaders from diverse backgrounds to run our future, complex and dynamic, healthcare organizations? To answer this question the author pointed to the need for current students from diverse backgrounds and low socioeconomic upbringing to “show initiative and creativity in their pursuits by demonstrating leadership in extracurricular activities and participating in professional organizations, such as the National Forum for Latino Healthcare Executives, in order to build a sustainable career network.” The

author suggested that students as early as high school should begin considering their end career goals. The author also suggested that master’s programs pay special attention to helping students develop a career plan; with a special focus on first generation college attendees, many of whom have had little to no exposure to the healthcare leadership environment.

Where do I stand? I’ll share two observations as a student and early careerist. First, let’s effectively develop ways to mentor incoming minority students; mentorship is key to developing leadership potential. It encompasses the old saying: “knowledge is power.” Showing students what’s out there and the exposure to those opportunities should be a driving force for professional growth. My second observation involves the idea of taking initiative and getting involved; opportunities come to those who seek it. I’ll conclude with an assertion made by Desir: “…the onus for ensuring a strong and steady pipeline of qualified and diverse leaders falls on the healthcare industry, universities, and students.”

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Exercise Science

Lori Bruch, Ed.D., CRC, LPC, Counseling and Human Services Department, has been elected to serve on the Council on Rehabilitation Education Board as the chair of the Commission on Standards and Accreditation. In this capacity, she will serve on the Executive Committee of CORE and be the board liaison to the Commission on Standards and Accreditation. She previously served as chair of the Graduate Commission on Standards and Accreditation and has served the commission for the past seven years. She is also a site reviewer for CORE.

EXSC AHA Heart Walk More than 70 University of Scranton students joined together on Saturday, April 12, at Nay Aug Park in Scranton, to support the fight against heart disease for the annual 2014 NEPA American Heart Association three mile walk. The students were responsible for the set-up and break down of the event, along with registration and manning tables. This was the third consecutive year that The University of Scranton team supported this effort. In total, students have collectively raised more than $2,000 over the past three years.

Dr. Joan Grossman served as The University of Scranton Team Captain with the support of Dr. Scott Breloff.

EDUCATION Dona C. Bauman, Ph.D., associate professor in the Education Department, presented at the July 14-17, 2014 DISES/ CEC (Division of Special Education and Services/ Council for Exceptional Children) Conference in Braga, Portugal. Dr. Bauman’s presentation was entitled, “Supportive Administration? Keys to Inclusive Schools’ Success,” and was a result from a study funded through an Edward R. Leahy Faculty research grant.

Professor Sandy Pesavento, faculty specialist in the Education Department, recently attended the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) Training Camp, in collaboration with Itteea (International Technology and Engineering Educators Association) in Orlando, Florida. The philosophy of STEAM revolves around the concept that: S.T.E.A.M. = Science & Technology interpreted through Engineering & the Arts, all based in Mathematical elements.

This framework is engaging, hands-on and reality-based with many extensions to draw education, industry, government and the community together for the common good of bettering public education for all, while meeting NCLB guidelines and STEM-related goals. Following the training, Pesavento will submit detailed lesson briefs ensuing this framework for submission to become a STEAM Certified Educator.

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University of Scranton students at the 2014 NEPA American Heart Association Walk. More than 70 students volunteered.

HEALTH ADMINISTRATION & HUMAN RESOURCES European Academy Presentation Dr. Daniel J. West and Prof. Michael Costello of the Department of Health Administration and Human Resources, and their co-author Dr. Bernardo Ramirez of the University of Central Florida, presented their paper entitled “Maintaining the Sustainability of Acute Care Hospitals” at the European Academy of Management Annual Conference at the University of Valencia, Spain, June 3-5, 2014.

Research Study The research study conducted by Dr. Daniel J. West and Layla AlTurabi of the Department of Health Administration and Human Resources, and their co-authors Dr. Patricia Dobríková and Dr. Dusana Pcolková of Trnava University, Slovak Republic on “The Effect of Social Support and Meaning of Life on the Quality-of-Life Care for Terminally Ill Patients” was accepted for publication by The American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.

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Occupational Therapy

SHRM Recognition

On Friday, Sept. 12, the Student Occupational Therapy Association, Move For Those Who Can’t- ALS Awareness Club, Office of Multicultural Affairs and Student Life & Student Formation held a campus-wide ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. Over 80 students, faculty and staff participated in the Ice Bucket Challenge in front of an audience of over 150 other students, staff and faculty. Included in the audience was an alumnus of the class of 1998, Tommy Voytek, and his family. Tommy Voytek is courageously battling this disease. The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge raised over $1,500 for the ALS Club’s patient support program, where they help out local ALS patients, and the Packard Center, where many of the local patients receive treatment. The picture was taken

by The University of Scranton Photography Club, which dedicated its time and expertise to capture the special moments from the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

The University of Scranton’s SHRM Student Chapter, under the direction of Dr. Terri Freeman Smith, SPHR, was awarded the SHRM (Society for Human Resources Management) Outstanding Merit Award for its excellence and achievement during the 2013-2014 Student Chapter Merit Award year.

This exclusive recognition is listed in the SHRM edition of StudentFocus magazine, distributed quarterly to 17,000 student members, and an announcement was made at the 2014 SHRM Annual Conference.

Spinelli Presentation Dr. Robert Spinelli, assistant professor and undergraduate program director of the Department of Health Administration, gave a presentation titled “The Financial Benefits of Strong Leadership” at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia. The presentation was sponsored by The Advanced Practice Professional Development Committee and part of their Grooming for Greatness Series. Dr. Spinelli was introduced to The Advanced Practice Provider group by his daughter Iliana, PA-C, who is a member of the Plastic Surgery Department at Penn, and Garry Scheib, chief operating officer of the University of Pennsylvania Heath System, a long-term colleague and friend of Dr. Spinelli.

Dr. Spinelli prepared his lecture and presentation with the assistance of two MHA graduate students, Robert Weiss and Matthew Campo.

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

Occupational Therapy Members of the Scranton community participate in the campus-wide ALS Ice Bucket Challenge to raise money for the ALS Club’s patient support program and the Packard Center.

ACOTE Accreditation

Occupational Therapy Students completed a training to become Certified CarFit Technicians. CarFit is an educational program that offers older adults the opportunity to check how well their personal vehicles “fit” them to increase not only the driver’s safety but also the safety of others.

The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE®) awarded the Department of Occupational Therapy at The University of Scranton a 10-year Certification of Accreditation. A 10-year certification is the highest level given and demonstrates substantial compliance with the 2011 Accreditation Standards for a Master’s-Degree-Level Educational Program for the Occupational Therapist. The Program Director, Marlene Morgan, Ed.D., OTR/L is commended for her leadership, vision and dedication to OT education. The faculty and staff have worked tirelessly to create a premiere program that is in high demand with potential students.

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The Leahy Community Health & Family DONOR LIST FOUNDERS Mr. & Mrs. Edward R. Leahy

FOUNDERS SOCIETY Mr. & Mrs. Jack Bagley Mr. Stephen Whitney Bradley Mr. & Mrs. John E. Brennan Margaret Briggs Foundation CIGNA Corporation Mr. Michael Clark Community Medical Center Covenant Presbyterian Church CVS Caremark Mr. James H. DeGraffenreidt Jr. & Dr. Mychelle Farmer Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Mr. & Mrs. Hugh J. Gownley Mr. & Mrs. James C. Holcomb Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Judah Mr. & Mrs. Arthur J. Kania Mr. & Mrs. Joseph M. Kolar Marshfield Associates Mr. & Mrs. Jack Olender Mr. & Mrs. Paul J. Ondrasik Mr. & Mrs. Robert O’Neil Philip Morris Companies, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. John Quinn Dr. Alfred & Kathleen Rotondaro Sanofi-Pasteur Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Savitsky Walter L. Schautz Foundation Scranton Area Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Timothy H. Scully Jr. Joseph T. Sebastianelli, Esq. Mr. Guy T. Valvano Mr. & Mrs. John Valvano Willary Foundation

BENEFACTORS CIRCLE AstraZeneca Mr. & Mrs. Peter J. Chepucavage Mr. & Mrs. James C. Doyle Mr. & Mrs. Joseph T. Doyle Lewis C. Druffner Jr., M.D. Mr. Michael Fasciana Mr. & Mrs. Andrew V. Fellingham Mr. & Mrs. Jack Gallagher Mr. & Mrs. George Grandison Mr. Adam Gurwitz Ms. Ellen A. Morgenstern One Point, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. David Steinfield Ms. Susan M. Swain Mr. James Wolf

PATRONS Col. & Mrs. Ali S. Alrakaf Anonymous Mr. & Mrs. John H. Appleton Mr. & Mrs. Thomas D. Aristide Bank Austria Creditanstalt Mr. & Mrs. Larry Beckler Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Bloom Mr. & Mrs. Christopher P. Boam Mr. & Mrs. John J. Boland 18

Mr. & Mrs. Keith Calhoun-Senghor Mr. Barry L. Corman Ms. Louise Corman Mr. & Mrs. Craig Diemer Employees of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Mary F. Engel, Ph.D. Mr. & Mrs. William Finn Dr. & Mrs. Kamran Foroughi Mr. & Mrs. Grant Green Mrs. Meg Hambrose Mr. David Hawk Ms. Elise Hoffmann Mr. & Mrs. Alan Holmer Mr. Peter F. Hurst Jr. Mr. John J. Kneiss & Mrs. Sharon Hurst-Kneiss Mrs. Sharon A. Walsh Kelly Mr. & Mrs. Martin Lentz Mr. Eric Lewis Ms. Kristin Mathews & Mr. Tony Versaci Mr. & Mrs. Alan Mazzei Dr. & Mrs. Vincent K. McInerney In Memory of Mrs. Murray Dondy Mr. & Mrs. James A. Noone Drs. Michael J. & Martina A. O’Shea Mr. James Pasco & Ms. Cybele Daley Ms. Margaret Perez PNC Bank, Northeast PA Providian Corporation Mr. & Mrs. Joseph C. Quinn Rees, Broome & Diaz, P.C. Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Russell Mr. Henry J. Sallusti Mr. & Mrs. Christopher J. Schneider Mr. Roger L. Selfe Mr. & Mrs. Robert Shanks Mr. & Mrs. Russell L. Smith St. John Neumann Regional Academy Mrs. Judy Stavisky & Mr. Alan Schiff Mr. & Mrs. Thomas N. Tate Mr. & Mrs. Olin Wethington Mr. & Mrs. Richard Whiting Williams Capital Group, L.P. Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin Wilson Ms. Diane Helyne Zyats & Mr. Michael E. Tyrrell

FRIENDS Mr. Dele Akinla II Diane Ambler, Esq. Mr. Robert H. Angeloni Mr. & Mrs. David Arbucias Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Ashby Ms. Avisheh Avini Ms. Anne Azencot Dr. & Mrs. Harold W. Baillie Ms. Dona Bainbridge & Mr. Tom Owens Mr. & Mrs. Ernesto S. Baldo Mr. & Mrs. William Batdorf Mr. John Beckmann Mr. & Mrs. Paul S. Berger Mr. Pearce Bloom Professor & Mrs. Robert M. Bloom Mr. & Mrs. Arthur L. Bobbouine Sr. Ms. Megan K. Getz Bohensky Mr. & Mrs. Robert Boreck Judith A. Buckalew, Esq.

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Manetti Named NLN Jonas Scholar Wendy Manetti, MSN, NP-C, has been named a National League for Nursing (NLN) Jonas Scholar for 2014-2015. The NLN Jonas Scholars Project (2014-2016) supports rigorous, high quality dissertation research that contributes to the development of the science of nursing education. The NLN Jonas Scholars program addresses a core stated goal of the NLN, Advancement of the Science of Nursing Education: promote evidence based nursing education and the scholarship of teaching. The NLN accepts seven scholars each year of the grant. The focus for the 2014-15 cohort are in the areas of innovations in nursing education, evaluation research in nursing and the development of the science of nursing education through evidence based reform.

The NLN’s (2012) research priorities in nursing education have called for the “identification and testing of valid and reliable instruments for educational research.” The purposes of Ms. Manetti’s research study are to describe and compare the clinical judgment of junior and senior pre-licensure, baccalaureate nursing students in the clinical setting using the Lasater Clinical Judgment Rubric. Tanner’s Integrative Model of Clinical Judgment provides the theoretical foundation for this study.

Good clinical judgment is an essential component of clinical competence to ensure the delivery of quality, safe nursing care.

Health care administrators and experienced nurses have voiced concerns that novice nurses lack the clinical judgment necessary for entry into practice.

According to the National League for Nursing’s (NLN) Core Competencies of Nurse Educators (2005), nurse educators have a duty to use evidence-based assessment and evaluation methods in order to evaluate students in the clinical practice setting. Therefore, nurse educators have the responsibility to foster clinical judgment development in nursing students and to assess its adequacy. Methods to evaluate students’ clinical performance have been under scrutiny for years because of various issues, including the lack of evidence-based tools, inconsistent assessments due to rater subjectivity, and poor communication between faculty and students as a result of the complex language within the tools.

This study will influence nursing science and research, education, and practice. Based on the findings, the researcher will describe the clinical judgment of baccalaureate, pre-licensure nursing students in two levels of their academic program and areas of strengths and weaknesses in each phase of clinical judgment. Utilization of findings could guide teaching-learning strategies to foster clinical judgment development in nursing students and ultimately produce better-prepared novice nurses for the practice setting.