Spring 2014 Faculty Accolades
Dr. Helen Sharp
In January 2014, Dr. Helen Sharp, associate professor of speech pathology and audiology, took elected office as president of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, an association of professionals representing over 30 disciplines with members in more than 70 countries who aspire to optimize the care of individuals and families affected by cleft lip, cleft palate, and other craniofacial conditions. The association promotes interprofessional collaboration, sets practice standards, and disseminates evidence-based research and education to professionals and the public.
Dr. Richard Long
Dr. Richard Long, former College of Health and Human Services associate dean and professor in the Department of Blindness and Low Vision Studies, was selected as one of only two Peer Reviewers of the Year for the Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness for 2013. This is the "journal of record" in visual impairment and blindness and is published by the American Foundation for the Blind. The journal will carry the list of peer reviewers for the year and include Dr. Long’s name as one of the recipients of this award.
Dr. Barbara Barton
School of Social Work Associate Professor Dr. Barbara Barton was selected by the Michigan Campus Compact to receive its significant biennial Faculty/Staff Community Service-Learning Award. Western’s Office of Service-Learning coordinated a selection committee and collected community partner input for the award. Out of a large number of nominees, Dr. Barton's work rose to the top, designating her as the person at WMU who made the most outstanding contributions in the area of community service-learning over the past two years.
Dr. Maureen Mickus
Occupational therapy Associate Professor Dr. Maureen Mickus has been appointed to serve as an ambassador by the National Alzheimer's Association, joining a select group of dedicated advocates who play a critical role in helping the Alzheimer’s Association meet its federal legislative goals. Ambassadors are tasked with holding congressional representatives accountable on their commitments to fight Alzheimer’s disease and have been instrumental in passing key legislation, including the historic National Alzheimer’s Project Act.
Jennipher Wiebold
Jennipher Wiebold, counselor education and counseling psychology and blindness and low vision studies, was appointed to the Michigan Council for Rehabilitation Services in March by Governor Rick Snyder. Wiebold, who represents disability advocacy groups, will serve a three-year term expiring Dec. 31, 2016. The 17-member council reviews and evaluates Michigan’s rehabilitation programs and services, and advises the department director and governor. It works in partnership with Michigan Rehabilitation Services and the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs’ Bureau of Services for Blind Persons. Wiebold joined the faculty in 2000 and is a Fellow of the National Rehabilitation Counseling Association.