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- University News Archive - ��Vlog��ý Little Rock /news-archive/tag/cehp/ ��Vlog��ý Little Rock Tue, 08 Oct 2019 14:08:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Collier-Tenison named interim dean at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock /news-archive/2019/10/08/shannon-collier-tenison-dean/ Tue, 08 Oct 2019 14:08:21 +0000 /news/?p=75356 ...]]> Associate Dean Shannon Collier-Tenison has been named interim dean of the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Collier-Tenison, also an associate professor of social work, will replace Dr. Ann Bain, who was appointed ��Vlog��ý Little Rock’s new executive vice chancellor and provost Oct. 4. “I am pleased to be able to continue my work with the faculty, staff, and students in the College of Education and Health Professions,” Collier-Tenison said. “While I know there will be challenges ahead, our college is strong and well positioned to move forward. I am very optimistic about our university leadership with Chancellor Christy Drale and Provost Ann Bain at the helm.” As interim dean, Collier-Tenison will oversee the college with the largest student enrollment at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. The College of Education and Health Professions includes the School of Education, School of Social Work, Department of Nursing, Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology, and the School of Counseling, Human Performance, and Rehabilitation. The college also houses key centers and community service units, including the Center for Literacy, the Jody Mahony Center for Gifted Education, MidSOUTH, and the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Education Center. “Dr. Collier-Tenison has demonstrated able leadership in several positions over the last nine years and has earned the respect of her colleagues through her conscientious and collaborative administrative activities,” said Chancellor Christina Drale. “I have every confidence that Dr. Collier-Tenison will be an excellent interim dean. She brings to the position perspective, experience, superb interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic. She is well-prepared to lead the College of Education and Health Professions through the next phase of our journey to a strong and flourishing university.” Collier-Tenison graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Hendrix College and a master’s degree and Ph.D. in social work from Washington University in St. Louis. After beginning her career as a graduate advisor and assistant professor of social work at the University of Texas at Arlington, Collier-Tenison joined the ��Vlog��ý Little Rock School of Social Work as an assistant professor in 2006 and served as coordinator of the Bachelor of Social Work program from 2010 to 2014. She also served as the restructuring liaison for the College of Social Sciences and Communication and the interim co-director of the School of Social Work. Her research interests and scholarly writing focus on intimate partner violence, bystander intervention, economic assets, and welfare policy. An active member of the community, Collier-Tenison serves as an executive board member and treasurer of Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families and previously served on the boards of Women and Children First and Kaleidoscope Grief Center. She has experience working with survivors of interpersonal violence and sexual assault as a crisis counselor, researcher, and advocate. ]]> Taste of Little Rock draws record crowd, raises $100,000 /news-archive/2019/04/12/taste-of-little-rock-2/ Fri, 12 Apr 2019 22:15:18 +0000 /news/?p=74039 ...]]> Taste of Little Rock set new records this year, with nearly 800 people attending and more than $100,000 raised for student scholarships. Visitors were treated to tamales from , perfectly plated beef medallions with mashed potato from Arthur’s, melt-in-your-mouth sweets from , frozen treats from and many other cuisines provided by this year’s 33 vendors. served a seafood pasta that won over the crowd and earned the restaurant the “Best of Taste” designation for the second year in a row. “This was by far the most highly attended Taste of Little Rock yet,” said Ryan Miller, director of the ��Vlog��ý Little Rock Alumni Association. “We are excited that this event continues to grow and have an impact on student scholarships.” The event raised just over $100,000 for student scholarships.

“This event wouldn’t happen without our volunteers,” Miller said. “Mauri Douglass has been the longtime chair of this event, and we wouldn’t be successful without her guidance. Stephanie Caruthers stepped in to serve as co-chair, and we look forward to her leadership in the coming year. Additionally, the Alumni Board and Taste of Little Rock committee put in countless hours securing sponsors and restaurants to make the event a success, and we had more than 75 student volunteers.” This year’s Taste of Little Rock paid tribute to Arkansas Heart Hospital CEO Bruce Murphy for his longtime support of ��Vlog��ý Little Rock and his work to impact the health of Arkansans. Murphy, who graduated from ��Vlog��ý Little Rock in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science, has been a longtime supporter of ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. Last year, he gave $800,000 to the College of Education and Health Professions. That gift helps support the Student Success Initiatives Fund, which provides academic tutoring and mentoring to students as well as a full-time social worker to assist students. On April 3, the night before Taste of the Little Rock, ��Vlog��ý Little Rock hosted a small reception honoring Dr. Murphy. Sloan Davidson, director of the nursing department, told Dr. Murphy that her students have benefited tremendously from having access to a social worker. Nursing is ��Vlog��ý Little Rock’s largest major, with more than 400 students enrolled in associate degree programs and another 400 in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. “Many students have life issues, and their financial need is tremendous,” she said. “A majority are first-generation, and oftentimes they work multiple jobs to get through school to better themselves and their families.” Davidson has had students who have dealt with the death of a spouse and a child. “Having resources to help them get through that and have access to mental health care makes all the difference,” she said. “This gift has been a godsend for our program and our students.” The Student Success Initiatives fund includes emergency funds that have been used to help students in desperate situations. “We’ve been able to help students renew their electricity and prevent them from being evicted. We’ve had homeless students we’ve been able to get housing for. It’s just been more than we could ever ask for, and we so appreciate it,” Davidson told Dr. Murphy. Those kinds of resources often mean the difference between students dropping out of school or finishing a degree that will help them get a job with which they can support themselves and their families. ‘“It’s also adding a nurse to our community, where we currently have a nursing shortage,” Davidson said. Murphy said he felt honored by his alma mater. “I believe that I have a debt to pay to for where I am,” he said. “My expectation when I began this was not that I’d be where I am today. I know it is because I was blessed by my Lord, blessed by the education I got, and I was very blessed by the people who helped me and became role models for me, who were the motivators and molders that gave me the opportunity to stay on the road and not the shoulder.” Top right photo: A Taste of Little Rock attendee samples edamame quinoa salad preapred by Arkansas Heart Hospital. Above left: ��Vlog��ý Little Rock student volunteers sample frozen treats from LePop, one of this year’s vendors at Taste of Little Rock. Photos by Benjamin Krain ]]> Taste of Little Rock to honor Dr. Bruce Murphy /news-archive/2019/01/22/taste-of-little-rock/ Tue, 22 Jan 2019 22:17:46 +0000 /news/?p=73185 ...]]> The 16th annual Taste of Little Rock will introduce guests to some of the best food from the finest restaurants in central Arkansas while honoring Arkansas Heart Hospital CEO Bruce Murphy for his longtime support of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and his work to impact the health of Arkansans. The event will be on Thursday, April 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Jack Stephens Center at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. Proceeds benefit the ��Vlog��ý Little Rock Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. Mauri Douglas (Class of ’74 and ’86) is co-chairing the event for the fifth year along with Stephanie Caruthers, a managing partner at Trios restaurant. “I have helped interview students who have applied for scholarships,” Douglas said. “ I’ve heard their stories. I know what these scholarships mean to our students.” The event honors Dr. Murphy, a longtime Little Rock cardiologist, who graduated in 1975 summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. In 2011, he became the CEO of Arkansas Heart Hospital. “We are excited to honor Dr. Murphy for his passion to impact the lives of Arkansans through education and creating a healthy lifestyle,” said Ryan Miller, director of the ��Vlog��ý Little Rock Alumni Association. “He is passionate about moving the city of Little Rock forward in collaboration with the university. When I first met him, he said he wanted to make Little Rock more of a college town – and I believe this effort will have a lasting impact on our ��ǳ��ܲԾ��ٲ�.” A longtime supporter of ��Vlog��ý Little Rock, Murphy gave $800,000 last year to the ��Vlog��ý Little Rock College of Education and Health Professions. His gift helps support the Student Success Initiatives Fund, which provides academic tutoring and mentoring to students as well as a full-time social worker to assist students. Murphy said he hopes the gift will help equip students with the resources they need to overcome obstacles that might prevent them from getting a college education. “Dr. Murphy understands the role ��Vlog��ý Little Rock plays in this city and is willing to support programs that promote student success while helping the economy of the region,” ��Vlog��ý Little Rock Chancellor Andrew Rogerson said. Murphy has also been instrumental in creating new and innovative ways to impact the health of Arkansans. His vision of exercise and food as medicine can be seen in a variety of initiatives. The is the largest intensive cardiac rehabilitation facility in the state and the only unit in central Arkansas. There, patients are treated through diet, exercise, and lifestyle education to help them live their best lives. His work is also reflected in the mission of the Arkansas Heart Hospital Foundation, now known as Champions for Health, which focuses on helping Arkansas youth learn how to plan for health. According to Murphy, “To be a transformative organization, you have to be disruptive.” This year’s Taste of Little Rock will feature more than 40 restaurants. Several restaurants from years past will be participating along with some new eateries. “I’ve had many attendees tell me that Taste of Little Rock is their favorite event,” Douglas said. “Once people come, they want to come back again and again.” Tickets are $75 each, or $35 for lifetime alumni members, and can be ]]> College of Education and Health Professions recognizes top students, employees, and friends /news-archive/2018/05/21/college-education-health-professions/ Mon, 21 May 2018 13:25:31 +0000 /news/?p=70610 ...]]> The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s College of Education and Health Professions recently celebrated it’s top students, employees, and community supporters at the college’s annual awards ceremony. Abby Baldwin, of the School of Counseling, Human Performance, and Rehabilitation, received the Outstanding Student Award for a student earning an associate degree. Roger Powell, of the School of Social Work, received the Outstanding Student Award for a bachelor’s student. Meanwhile, Derenda Alexander, a master’s student in the Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology, won the Outstanding Master’s Student Award. Finally, Hsin-Wei Huang, a doctoral student in the Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology, won the Outstanding Doctoral Student Award. In faculty and staff awards, Dr. Shannon Collier-Tenison and Dr. Kim Jones, both of the School of Social Work, were honored with the Dean’s Award. Additionally, Dr. Bruce Smith from the School of Education received the Faculty Above and Beyond Award. Kristy Kidd, program director of the Jodie Mahony Center for Gifted and Talented Education, received the Trojan Excellence Award. The college’s Faculty Excellence Award winners included Dr. Amanda Nolen, School of Education, for public research; Dr. Glenn Anderson, School of Counseling, Human Performance, and Rehabilitation, for service; and Dr. Bruce Smith, School of Education, for teaching. Each of the college’s academic departments, schools, and centers honored Friends of the College, an individual or organization that is recognized for their outstanding service and commitment to the College of Education and Health Professions. The Friends of the College include:

Friend of the Audiology and Speech Pathology Department: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences 12th Street Clinic and Rev. Gwen Fry of St. Mathew’s Episcopal Church
Friend of the School of Counseling, Human Performance, and Rehabilitation: Barrett Allen, director of University District
Friend of the School of Education: Terese Oliver and Joy Thompson, instructional specialists at Pulaski Heights Middle School
Friend of the Department of Nursing: Becky Russell of Baptist Health Systems
Friend of the School of Social Work: Laura Generou
Friend of the Advising and Support Center: Arkansas Chapter Board and volunteers of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Friend of the Center for Literacy: Dr. Karen Scott, director of elementary learning and federal programs for Ozark Public Schools
Friend of EAST Scholars: Ryan Davis of Children International
Friend of the Jodie Mahony Center: David Hendricks, school performance specialist and legislative advocate, and Empowering and Energizing Education in North Little Rock
Friend of MidSOUTH: Arkansas Drug Director Kirk Lane
Friend of STEM Education Center: Jane Hurley of Central Arkansas Water

Dr. Greg Robinson served as chairperson of the College of Education and Health Professions Awards Committee. Drs. Catherine Crisp, Bill Garner, Melissa Reeves, Ann Robinson, Linda Dorn, and Heather Reed also served on the committee.]]> ��Vlog��ý Little Rock hires new director for School of Social Work /news-archive/2018/04/04/school-of-social-work-director/ Wed, 04 Apr 2018 15:16:34 +0000 /news/?p=70038 ...]]> School of Social Work. He starts July 1. Kapp has been a faculty member at the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare for more than 20 years. He has held leadership positions, including that of associate dean for academic affairs and interim dean of the School of Social Welfare. As director of the School of Social Work, he will oversee 16 faculty members and two academic programs within the school, including the Bachelor of Social Work and the Master of Science in Social Work degree programs. In addition, he will work collaboratively with the director of the , which is the community service arm of the school. “Dr. Kapp is a teacher-scholar who brings substantial scholarly and administrative accomplishments to this important role,” said Velmer Burton, executive vice chancellor for academic affairs and provost for ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. “I believe that his appointment will greatly benefit our students, faculty and staff in social work and enhance our ability to work with the Little Rock community and local social service agencies.” The School of Social Work is one of the schools within the College of Education and Health Professions. “We believe Dr. Kapp is the perfect visionary to lead the School of Social Work,” said Dr. Ann Bain, dean of the College of Education and Health Professions. “He has professional experience as a social work practitioner as well as a proven track record of leadership in administrative leadership.” Before working in higher education, Kapp was a social work practitioner for 15 years. The vast majority of his work has focused on services to children and families in mental health, child welfare and juvenile justice. His scholarship and teaching have both focused on agency-based evaluation. His work has focused on the use of various forms of administrative and evaluative data in decision-making processes. Kapp holds an interdisciplinary doctorate in social science and social work from Michigan State University; a Master of Social Work from University of Michigan; and a BA in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. “I feel very fortunate to join a program with a proud tradition supported by talented staff/faculty, passionate students and dedicated alumni,” Kapp said. “It is very exciting to have a opportunity to work with the entire ��Vlog��ý Little Rock School of Social Work community in support of its history of quality and innovation.” He and his wife, Mary Kennedy, have three adult children and one grandchild. Dr. Stephen Kapp, (pictured above right), will be the new director for ��Vlog��ý Little Rock’s School of Social Work. ]]>