Western Kentucky University: CEBS Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Thomas. J Gross

Paducah KY

12 October, 2021

4:01 AM

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Press release from Western Kentucky University: October 11, 2021 Name: Thomas J. Gross Department: Psychology Job Title: Assistant Professor Hometown: Chicago, IL Courses Taught: Graduate Clinical Child Psychology: Theory & Intervention, PSY 545 Consultation in Educational & Mental Health Settings, PSY 645 Dissertation, PSY 799 Educational Statistics, EDFN 501 Practicum in Psychology, PSY 662 Psychological Perspectives on Classroom Behavior, PSY 519 Psychology of Learning, PSY 511 Psychopathology, PSY 640 Research Methods and Program Evaluation, PSY 514 Seminar in School Psychology, PSY 625 Specialist Project, PSY 699 Undergraduate Abnormal Psychology, PSY 440 Psychology of Learning, PSY 331 Research Methods in Psychology, PSY 210 Statistics in Psychology, PSY 313 What is your professional and educational background? MA in community counseling, previously licensed as a professional clinical counselor/therapist in multiple states. PhD in Educational Psychology, option in School Psychology. I have worked in schools, community centers, and hospitals to provide behavioral services from birth through adulthood. I do really enjoy working to develop systems to address social supports for learners of all ages. Why did you choose this field of study? I like solving problems and coming up with new ideas for well-being of children and adolescents. What do you love most about WKU? WKU is a great place that focuses on student-centered activities. There is an abundance of students and colleagues that inspire me every day. What is your favorite part about teaching? The moment when a student comes up with an original idea after learning about an area they are interested in. This press release was produced by Western Kentucky University. The views expressed here are the author's own.