ASPEC Department Conference

2nd Annual ASPEC Conference

October 12, 2024, at 9am-3pm (Pacific Time)

The Applied Behavior Analysis, School Psychology, and Educational Counseling (ASPEC) Department invites you to the 2024 ASPEC Conference, where we will come together virtually for a day of interactive and collaborative presentations.

Important Dates:

  • Proposals Due: August 7, 2024
  • Registration Deadline: September 20, 2024

Theme: Supporting as We Serve

At this year’s conference, we will delve into the theme of “Supporting as we Serve,” exploring how our professions intersect to provide the best support for those we serve. From fostering wellness and selfcare to leveraging AI in education and addressing behavioral health, our diverse range of strands promises engaging discussions and innovative ideas.

Call for Proposals: Share Your Unique Research and Presentations!

We invite you to contribute to the dialogue by submitting your research proposals! Proposals should be between 250-300 words, and presenters are asked to specify the strand to which they are submitting. Whether you have insights on wellness strategies, AI applications, or behavioral health interventions, your voice is valued and appreciated. We encourage all faculty, students, and alumni to submit a proposal!

Strand Themes

Wellness and Self-Care

Wellness and Self-Care focuses on the comprehensive importance of wellness and self-care for faculty, students, practitioners, and clients. Sessions will explore how we facilitate, teach, promote, and intervene with wellness and self-care initiatives across these groups. Topics may include resilience-building strategies, stress management, mindfulness practices, the critical role of self-care in preventing burnout – and more. Additionally, discussions can highlight how self-care may aid in coping with societal issues of interest to SCOE’s community. Attendees will gain practical techniques to enhance personal and professional well-being, fostering a healthier and more resilient community.

AI and Education

AI and Education explores the transformative impact – and ethical considerations – of artificial intelligence across various levels, from individual learners to entire educational systems. This strand invites presentations on AI’s role in enhancing clinical applications, developing innovative learning tools, and supporting cutting-edge research. Discussions may also address ethical considerations and the responsible use of AI in education. The presentations will offer insights into how AI can enhance educational practices and outcomes and inspire consideration of rapidly developing new tools and methods.

Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health addresses the critical aspects of behavioral health within educational environments. This strand encompasses a wide range of subjects, including interventions for students with behavioral challenges, promoting positive behavior supports, and understanding the impact of trauma on learning. Discussions will also cover the collaboration between school psychologists, counselors, and behavior analysts in creating comprehensive support systems for students. Attendees will leave with evidence-based strategies to improve behavioral health outcomes in their schools and communities.

Proposals Due: August 7th, 2024
Submit your proposals HERE

Register HERE
The conference registration fee is $35.

For questions, please email [email protected]

Our inaugural ASPEC conference last year was very successful and focused on Multidisciplinary Collaborative Problem-Solving. Dr. Kim Levey, Associate Dean, Academic Affairs in the Sanford College of Education at National University was the keynote speaker. Additional speakers and presentations included:

  • Dr. Linda Cummins & Dr. Laurie Wellner: Educators’ Moral Orientation and Their Commitment to Core Professional Values in Practice: Opportunities for Collaborative Practices in Schools
  • Dr. Faheema Abdool-Ghany & Oscar Silva: Proactive Collaboration to Support Student Success
  • Mr. Brandon Hutson: Interprofessional Collaboration: On-site Mental Health Counselors and Teachers
  • Dr. Mark Nguyen, Dr. Trube Miller, Dr. Sladjana Rakich, & Oscar Silva: Cases on Current Issues, Challenges, and Opportunities in School Counseling
  • Dr. Sharlyn Crump: The BEST! Classroom Behavior Continuum Scale Report for Educator

Conference organizers were Dr. Tricia Crosby-Cooper, Mr. Oscar Silva, Ms. Monica Seechan, and Dr. Trube Miller.

2023 ASPEC Conference Program

We are excited to announce the planning phase for our 2025 event, to be held in October 2025, and invite you to contribute your ideas for compelling conference themes and topic strands. Our goal is to curate a conference that resonates broadly with our diverse audience, addressing both individual and systemic influences, and encompassing a wide range of relevant applications and implications.

  • We encourage topics that explore innovative concepts, current trends, and practical applications in the field. Whether your focus is on cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, best practices, or transformative strategies, we want to hear from you.
  • Please consider the following when submitting your ideas:
    • Relevance: How does the topic address current challenges or opportunities in ASPEC fields?
    • Innovation: Does the idea introduce conference participants to new perspectives or solutions
    • Application:How could attendees apply the insights gained to their professional practice or research?
    • Inclusivity: Does the topic consider diverse perspectives and experiences?

Submit your ideas to help us shape a dynamic and impactful 2025 Conference. Your input is invaluable in creating an event that fosters learning, collaboration, and growth across our community!

To share an idea, email the conference committee at [email protected]