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From Newton to San Juan: Lucero Latino Mental Health Program Scholars Shine on a National Stage

From Newton to San Juan: Lucero Latino Mental Health Program Scholars Shine on a National Stage

In mid-October, when the annual conference of the National Latinx Psychological Association (NLPA) commenced in San Juan, Puerto Rico, William James College was well represented. In total, eleven current students and one recent graduate made the 1,600-mile trip due south to present slivers of their scholarly work via five poster presentations accepted from a pool of juried submissions. Following the group’s return to New England, a pair of conference participants shone a spotlight on the unique mental health needs of the Latino community and how William James College is working to meet them.

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Why Representation Matters in Mental Health: Students and Alumni Reflect on The Impact of Their Mentors

For communities keen on inclusion, representation of diverse perspectives is key. It’s been shown to build confidence and increase belonging among individuals from historically marginalized groups which, when it comes to mental health, might make representation matter even more than in other arenas.

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow: What’s Different About Us at 50 Years?

What began in 1974 with a commitment to Applied Psychology has evolved to include 13 degree programs in a variety of mental health specialties with an emphasis on attracting and supporting individuals from historically marginalized populations to the field.

Three Decades in the Making: Geropsychologist Erlene Rosowsky, PsyD, FGSA Receives Emerita Status

When reflecting upon her more than three decades at William James College, Erlene Rosowsky, PsyD, FGSA likes to joke that she taught her first class on campus while enrolled as a student. It was the mid-1980s and, during her first foray into adult development (taught by Robert Kegan, PhD), the semester...

School Psychologists Spark Discovery for National School Psychology Week

The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) has designated November 11–15, 2024 as National School Psychology Week (NSPW), with the theme “Spark Discovery.” NSPW is an annual opportunity to recognize school psychologists’ work to help youth thrive, and school communities throughout...

Boston 25 News Interviews Train Vets to Treat Vets Team at William James College

A team from William James College's Military and Veterans Psychology (MVP) and Train Vets to Treat Vets (TVTV) programs recently joined Boston 25 News anchor Mark Ockerbloom. The participants included Dr. Jenny D’Olympia, program director of MVP and TVTV; Clinical Psychology PsyD student Jose De Ramon;...

Paying it Forward: How One Recent Graduate—and United States Veteran—is Using His Lived Experience to Help Others

Kevin Lambert became the first veteran to receive a trained service dog from the non-profit NEADS World Class Service Dogs. Now, with two degrees from WJC, Lambert is paying the support forward though educating, training, and consulting with individuals and organizations.

Dr. Nilda Laboy Receives Kenneth D. Herman, PhD, JD Career Contribution Award

Dr. Nilda Laboy, Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs and Chair of the Counseling and Behavioral Health Department at William James College, was honored with the Kenneth D. Herman, PhD, JD Career Contribution Award from the Massachusetts Psychological Association (MPA) on Saturday, November 2,...

Faculty Viewpoint: Katie Thomas Assesses the Relatability of Inside Out 2

Inside Out 2 was recently added to the Disney+ lineup after a very successful run in theaters this summer, becoming the highest grossing animated film of all time. Based on the prevalence of Anna and Elsa merchandise that still tops holiday wish lists five years after the last film in the franchise was...

The Power of Hands-On Experience: How Leigh Wilmot Discovered Her Passion for Consulting

Leigh Wilmot, a 2021 graduate of the Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology (MAOP), found her way to One Wells Avenue quite by accident. The self-described career changer ultimately transitioned from leadership in health and human services to consulting for organizational development and change...

Teamwork for the Win: The Impact of Mentorship on Academic and Professional Development

While he single-handedly completed the coursework needed to earn a bachelor’s degree last spring, Anthony Neptune credits a trio of mentors with providing the support needed to pave a path forward and find a rewarding career. After a decade spent working in human services, the 2024 graduate of the...

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