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Welcome! Thanks for exploring our first CFS Insider newsletter. We offer this as a way to share internal news about staff, faculty, students, projects, our work in the community, and events. We offer this to provide one more way that we can connect and support each other (#WeAreCFS).
I hope that you will take the time to scroll through and then send your contributions to Adrian for future editions.
Lise Fox, Ph.D.
Department Chair
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Length of Service Recognition
Child and Family Studies had many faculty and staff reaching length of service milestones this year. On Thursday, January 23rd, they gathered to celebrate their accomplishment with Dean Julie Serovich.
Congratulations to all of our faculty and staff for reaching their milestones.
40 Years - Bruce Levin
35 Years - Oliver Massey
30 Years - Svetlana Yampolskaya
25 Years - Nancy Burrus & Don Kincaid
20 Years - Kimberly Crosland, Sandra Dwinell, Tracy-Ann Gilbert-Smith, Cathy Sowell, and Mindy Stevens
View full list
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Svetlana Yampolskaya with Dean Julie Serovich. | | |
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Don Kincaid & Nancy Burrus with
Dean Julie Serovich.
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Kimberly Crosland, Mindy Stevens, Tracy-Ann Gilbert-Smith, and Sandra Dwinell with Dean Julie Serovich. | | |
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Welcome to CFS!
We're thrilled to welcome employees who’ve joined CFS! We hope you're settling in and finding your rhythm in your new roles. Wishing you all the best as you embark on this exciting journey with us – we can’t wait to see the amazing contributions you’ll make!
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Eric Biel - HIPPY
Jonathan Blair - FL PBIS
Sarah Breedlove - Adjunct, MFT
Allison Corwin - LAUNCH
Cristina Gonazalez - Adjunct, MFT
Anna Gregory - CARD
Andrea Harris - PWPBS
Lauren Kowalski - FL PBIS
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Codye Manning - CARD
Kristina Munoz - HHPIP
Christina Spencer - CARD
Sabrina Stewart - FL PBIS
Sherry Stuart - HIPPY
Angela Van Arsdale - Adjunct, ABA
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Congratulations to Janet Reyes!
Janet Reyes, Contracts and Grants Manager, was selected as a 2024 Outstanding Staff Award recipient. This recognition is one of the highest honors to receive as an employee of USF. The Outstanding Staff Award honors employees who demonstrate above-and-beyond performance and support the values in USF's Strategic Plan
Janet and other recipients were honored at the annual awards ceremony held on January 24, 2025.
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Additional ways to show praise and appreciation to faculty and staff
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USF Staff Senate
Quiet Quality Awards
The USF Staff Senate offers a recognition program to honor employees with a staff designation. Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis, and awards are given monthly across all USF campuses.
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USF Faculty Honors
& Awards
Faculty honors are available at every stage of your career. You can also share any awards you've received for recognition through USF's Research and Innovation department.
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Praise badges
through TEAMS
Did you know you can send praise badges to your colleagues through TEAMS? It’s a quick and easy way to recognize each other and spread a little joy throughout the day!
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Strengthening Community Connections
We’re expanding our outreach in the community with Bull Markets, community events, and social media. Our Instagram and LinkedIn pages are active and growing. We’re also working to grow our presence and engagement on Facebook.
A big thank you to our faculty and staff who engage with CFS on these platforms and help promote the amazing work happening within the department. We'd like to give a special shout out to a few individuals who consistently engage with our social media platforms:
- Maura DeJesus
- Laura Rodriguez Lopez
- Ray Miltenberger
- Janet Reyes
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Website Updates
You may have noticed some updates to the website. We’re in the process of revitalizing it and refreshing the content to ensure it’s functional, accurate, and aligned with our marketing goals.
If you have any updates or changes for the CFS websites—such as CV updates, requests for new headshots, bio updates, broken links, or general content revisions —please email Adrian.
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#WeAreCFS
We’re excited to launch a new campaign that focuses on the people of CFS. This campaign aims to spotlight our incredible colleagues and their unique stories.
Many of you have inspiring journeys to share about how you found your way into your chosen field. The goal is not only to learn more about each other but to inspire one another along the way. Our individual stories are filled with the motivations and inspirations that have shaped our work and passion.
If you’re interested in sharing your story and participating in the campaign, please reach out to Adrian. We’d love to hear from you!
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Additional news and headlines can be viewed on our website. | |
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CFS researchers awarded $9.9M to enhance employment services for individuals with disabilities
The project will integrate virtual reality and artificial intelligence technologies into LAUNCH at USF's employment and transition programs to address the critical shortage of skilled labor and promote inclusivity in the workplace. Read more
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CFS will be an exhibitor at this year's Bulls Family Fest. This event is open to the general public and the USF community. The event is expecting around 8,000 attendees!
Saturday, March 1st, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00PM
Mark your calendars!
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The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD) will host their annual fundraiser, Fiesta by the Bay for Autism. The family-friendly event includes entertainment, food, and silent auction to benefit their Autism Services Fund.
Saturday, April 26th, 2025
6:00PM
Tickets are on sale now!
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Congratulations Graduates!
Our academic programs had a successful fall semester. Below are photos celebrating their graduates in December.
Top: Applied Behavior Analysis
Middle: Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling
Bottom: Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health
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News to share?
If you or your program has news to share, picture requests, or to highlight upcoming events, please reach out to Adrian Brooks.
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Giving to CFS
Our department offers several funds that support our work, the communities we serve, and our students. Please consider making a contribution to these funds, either through a one-time gift or via payroll deduction.
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