COUNSELING PROGRAMS Orientation MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

2 08/05/2014 Welcome! Welcome to new and returning students! Our students are here from -Springfield -West Plains campus -Missouri and across the country -International locations

What is this meeting?  General information  Helpful for new and returning students  Specific information (new students, practicum/internship, 2nd year, etc.) provided in small groups after this meeting 3

4 08/05/2014 Our Department Structure The COUNSELING Program: is part of the COUNSELING, LEADERSHIP AND SPECIAL EDUCATION Department which is part of the COLLEGE OF EDUCATION At MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY! Dr. Tami Arthaud--Department Head Dr. Tami Arthaud--Department Head

5 05/2015 Counseling Faculty Dr. Joe Hulgus, Professor Internship Coordinator Dr. Marci Dowdy, Senior Instructor Dr. Jef Cornelius- White, Professor Programs Coordinator Dr. Leslie Anderson, Professor Mr. Lyle Foster, Instructor

Counseling Faculty 6 Rebecca Smotherman, Instructor Amy Chenoweth, Instructor Dr. Taryne Mingo, Assistant Professor Dr. Paul Maddox Assistant Professor

7 01/02/2014 Per-Course Faculty Fall ’15 Mr. Steve Johnson Also, teaching 701 Dr. Paul Thomlinson Ms. Teresa Coleman Mr. Bill Holtmeyer

8 08/05/2014 Support Staff Judy Campbell  Rachelle McCart Lisa Monkres We have three wonderful administrative assistants in the office: Judy Campbell, Rachelle McCart, and Lisa Monkres.

9 01/02/2014 GRADUATE ASSISTANTS Yasuko Kanamori Lin Wang Charlten Henderson THESE THREE OUTSTANDING STUDENTS CAN BE FOUND ASSISTING FACULTY IN A NUMBER OF PROGRAM AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES, AS WELL AS ASSISTING WITH THE CLINIC OPERATIONS AND HELPING RELATIONSHIP LAB FACILITATION. Yasuko Lin Charlten 9

Mission & Principles  The Counseling Program has a Mission Statement and Operating Principles  Refer to your Student Handbook to read them 10

11 08/05/2014 Important Reminders  A BEAR PASS card is REQUIRED for entry into the building.  Account info--Computer Services: or online:  missouristate.edu/bearpass

Technology  Most program information is online.  Faculty use to communicate.  Get your Bear Pass and set up!  The wi-fi password is your Bearmail info. 12

Technology  Student computers and printers are available in PCOB, first floor.  Hours are: (9am-9pm tentatively)  Additional computer resources on campus. Check online for details. 13

14 08/05/2014 Important Reminders  BEARMAIL is REQUIRED for ALL students.  BLACKBOARD is used in most classes. You are automatically enrolled.  MISSOURI STATE ALERT system will notify you of weather or emergencies, via text, or call. Sign up!

Navigating Downtown  Take the shuttle, or get a parking pass ( Or get a parking ticket…)  Your Bear Pass is entry to PCOB building Make sure doors lock behind you at night  Use the “Buddy System,” or call security for assistance when walking after dark  In a true emergency, always call

Get to know each other!  This may be difficult with commutes and schedules  Make an effort  Here’s a suggestion… 16

17 04/02/13 Chi Sigma Iota: Mu Zeta Beta Chi Sigma Iota: Mu Zeta Beta Stay informed Be active Add your voice First meeting August 8:15 pm in PCOB (MTGS will be 4 th Monday of every month/same place same time To get meeting reminders and other info via text, please text with C.S.I (Chi Sigma Iota: Mu Zeta Beta) Also join the Facebook group for all students and alumni—updates, events, job postings and support: Missouri State University Counseling

18 04/02/13 Chi Sigma Iota: Mu Zeta Beta Chi Sigma Iota: Mu Zeta Beta

19 08/05/2014 National Honors Society Monthly Mtgs w/ Excellent Guest Speakers Study groups/peer advising/support Conference Attendance Community Service Events Community Fundraising/Donations Other events as determined by the MEMBERS! COME TO TRIVIA NIGHT-TBA, probably November!!! For more info, please contact: Hollie McLarnon

Sign up for text reminders for COPE! Text the number with the This will put you on our text list and we will send them information about meeting dates, volunteer opportunities, social events, and professional development opportunities. 20

21 08/05/2014 Important Reminders  Join either the American Counseling Association (ACA) or American School Counselors Association (ASCA) early in the program.  The membership Liability Insurance is mandatory for practicums and internships.  Starting with a Student Discount -- increase professional development now and for the future.

22 Statement of Professionalism  You will be expected to have a working knowledge of and abide by the American Counseling Association's code of ethics (Appendix A in the Student Handbook) and strive to serve clients as a multi-culturally competent student counselor throughout your program of study.

23 Statement of Professionalism  Students will not follow any other code of ethics that is in conflict with these standards.  Beyond written standards set forth by related professional organizations, professionalism requires a high standard for interpersonal interaction which includes respect for others, the valuing of diversity and multiple points of view, and responsibility for one’s words and actions.

24 Program Update: CACREP Promotes excellence in professional preparation as you complete your degree and enter the workforce as a professional counselor Upholds standards that reflect the needs of a dynamic, diverse and complex society consistent with the ideal of optimal human development Verifies standards for different licensure or certification boards to increase reciprocity and streamline applications You’ll notice CACREP standards on syllabi and other documents.

25 08/05/2014 Ed.S. IN COUNSELING AND ASSESSMENT  COHORT 5 will be beginning.  Deadline for applications is February 1,  Prepares people to be school psych examiners, clinical supervisors, and have a lower # of post graduate supervised hours to become an LPC.  See our website for more information.  Questions should be directed to Dr. Hulgus.

26 08/05/2014  Our Center City Counseling Clinic, located in the west part of Park Central Office Building, is the only one of its kind in the state attached to a Master’s level training program. Center City Counseling Clinic Ms. Robin Farris Clinic Director

27 Center City Counseling Clinic Things you should know We have the only community-based training clinic of its kind in the state This clinic exemplifies the Public Affairs Mission of the University (Community Engagement, Ethical Leadership and Cultural Competence.) We see clients from ages 2-99 (and older!) We see clients from ages 2-99 (and older!) We offer play therapy, adult individual and couples and family counseling, for a variety of life concerns. Fees are on a sliding scale based on ability to pay. Student counselors are supervised by licensed faculty on-site. Please refer folks to our clinic, and HELP SPREAD THE WORD!! (If you know clients personally, you will be asked to recuse yourself from observing or peer feedback.

Play Therapy Institute  Approved as a play therapy education site by the Association for Play Therapy in January  Workshop information will be posted online as available.  Website: 28

Counselor Heal Thyself  The Missouri State Counseling Program recommends therapy for students, counselors-in- training and counselors.  To help you: Deal with stress, increase self- awareness and personal well-being  At times, faculty may make special requests of students to seek therapy when they become aware of a stressor, self-awareness, or well-being issue 29

Information on Counseling Services  At MSU: Counseling and Testing Center, Taylor Health and Wellness Center, Career Center, Disability Services, Learning Commons provide individualized services for students.  Community referrals may be made as well 30

31 04/02/13  If you have a problem:  In your class  INSTRUCTOR first  With a grade  INSTRUCTOR first  General info  ADVISOR first  No resolution  DEPARTMENT HEAD.  You have responsibilities for ethical professional behavior AND due process rights.   Read them on the MSU website and in the STUDENT HANDBOOK! Problem-solving 101 Read it. Sign it.

32 08/05/2014  edu/counseling/ Programs Website

33 08/05/2014 Information about Practicum, Internship Information about Practicum, Internship Information about School Certification Diversity and Clinical Logs Information about Portfolios Comprehensive Exams/NCE Thesis Options What’s Next?

34 08/05/2014 Welcome to MSU! We are glad you’re here! For Now: