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REBECCA H. FOSTER PhD: CURRICULUM VITAE Residential Address:

379 ½ East 2nd Street Winona, MN 55987

Work Addresses:

231 Phelps Hall Department of Psychology Winona State University Winona, MN 55987

1900 South Avenue Behavioral Health Department Gundersen Health System La Crosse, WI 54601

Contact Information:

Cell Number: (715) 220-2353 Office Number: (507) 457-5543 Fax : (507) 457-2327 E-mail: [email protected]

(608) 775-2287 (608) 775-4732 [email protected]

Education___________________________________________________________________________ August 2010August 2012

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (SJCRH), Memphis, TN Postdoctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Psychology, Clinical-Research Track Department of Psychology

July 2009July 2010

Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH), Miami, FL APA-accredited Internship, Behavioral Medicine - Pediatric Health Track Department of Psychiatry

August 2004August 2010

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Richmond, VA APA-Accredited Doctoral Program in Counseling Psychology Subspecialty: Adolescent Health Psychology Doctoral dissertation entitled: Perceptions of Peer and Romantic Relationship Self-Efficacy and Social Acceptance as Pediatric Cancer Survivors approach Adulthood (Chair: Marilyn Stern, Ph.D.; completed May 2010) Master’s thesis entitled: Perceptions of Academic and Social Self-Efficacy among Adolescents Diagnosed with Cancer and their Relations with Dispositional Optimism, Perceived Vulnerability, and Treatment Modality (Chair: Marilyn Stern, Ph.D.; completed September 2006)

August 2000May 2004

Northern Michigan University (NMU), Marquette, MI Bachelor of Science in psychology and biology (physiology emphasis). Graduated Summa Cum Laude, May 2004

Licensure___________________________________________________________________________ Licensed Psychologist with Health Service Provider Designation: Tennessee License #3058, renewal date March 2014 Licensed Psychologist: Wisconsin License #3047, renewal date September 2015

Professional Work and Clinical Experience ______________________________________________ Gundersen Health System, Behavioral Health Department, La Crosse, WI Dates: November 2012-present (part-time) Position Title: Pediatric Psychologist Roles and Responsibilities: Providing individual and family psychological services to children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with variety of mental health and acute and chronic medical conditions, psychologist for the pediatric oncology service (inpatient/outpatient), participating in multidisciplinary care for families, pediatric clinical research, and pediatric palliative care committee

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Winona State University, Department of Psychology, Winona, MN – Tenure-Track Faculty Position Dates: August 2012-present Position Title: Assistant Professor Roles and Responsibilities: Teaching upper level undergraduate courses in psychology, conducting research in pediatric psychology, supervising independent student research, participating in departmental, campus, and community service Courses Taught: Child Development, Abnormal Psychology, History and Systems of Psychology, Health Psychology, Child Psychopathology St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (SJCRH), Memphis, TN – Postdoctoral Fellowship Dates: August 2010-August 2012 Position Title: Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatric Psychology, Clinical-Research Track (APPIC listed) Description: Postdoctoral fellowship within the Department of Psychology engaging in clinical work and psychosocial/behavioral research for children with catastrophic illnesses (e.g., cancer, sickle cell disease, HIV). Roles and responsibilities: Provided consultation-liaison services and follow-up care to inpatient medical units for medically-related concerns including adjustment to new diagnoses and coping with chronic illness, pain management, behavioral and emotional functioning, treatment adherence, and end of life/grief and loss concerns; provided outpatient individual and family therapy; provided clinical supervision to graduate students and psychology interns; conducted developmental, psychoeducational, and vocational assessments; acted as a member of multidisciplinary care teams; conducted research on health behaviors among cancer survivors and fertility concerns among newly diagnosed adolescents and families; prepared and submitted grants applications, manuscripts, and research presentations Supervised by: James Klosky, Ph.D. and Valerie Crabtree, Ph.D. Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH), Miami, FL – APA-Accredited Pre-doctoral Internship Dates: July 2009-July2010 Position Title: Behavioral Medicine Pre-doctoral Intern Description: APA-accredited pre-doctoral psychology internship in Behavioral Medicine - Pediatric Health Track Roles and responsibilities: Provided consultation-liaison services and follow-up care to inpatient medical units (e.g., Hematology-Oncology, Pulmonology, Endocrinology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Gastroenterology, Rheumatology, Infectious Disease, PICU, NICU) for medically-related concerns including adjustment to new diagnoses and coping with chronic illness, procedural anxiety, pain management, behavioral and emotional functioning, and treatment adherence; provided outpatient individual and family therapy; conducted developmental and psychoeducational assessments; facilitated therapy and support groups; acted as a member of multidisciplinary care teams (e.g., Craniofacial Clinic, Neurodevelopmental Clinic, Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Clinic, Primary Care Clinic, Early Intervention Program, Neuro-Oncology Clinic) to provide continuity of care to families and conduct psychological and developmental evaluations; provided training to medical residents on developmental assessment; attended multidisciplinary rounds; participated in ongoing training seminars and supervision experiences; worked with schools to determine appropriate services and accommodations Supervised by: Marisa Azaret, Psy.D., Rose Alvarez-Salvat, Ph.D., and Gustavo Rey, Ph.D. Kids in Focus, Richmond, VA Dates: July 2008 – June 2009 Position title: Psychology Doctoral Practicum Student Description: Kids in Focus is a community-based group home setting providing diagnostic services and therapeutic intervention to children and adolescents ages 5 to 17 with significant mental health and family-related concerns. Roles and responsibilities: Completed diagnostic assessments, provided individual, group, and family therapy, conducted psychological assessments, conducted training sessions, worked with community agencies to determine appropriate ongoing therapeutic interventions and placements Supervised by: Kelly Britt, Psy.D.

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Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Endocrinology, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Medical Center, Richmond, VA Dates: August 2007 – May 2009 Position title: Psychology Doctoral Practicum Student Description: The Department of Pediatrics at the VCU Medical Center offers medical services to child, adolescent, and emerging adult patients diagnosed with a variety of chronic illnesses within a number of pediatric specialties. Psychological services were provided predominantly to patients and families within the Divisions of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Endocrinology. Roles and responsibilities: Provided outpatient and inpatient individual and family therapy; engaged in consultation services within multiple pediatric specialties; provided palliative/end of life care; worked with multidisciplinary medical teams; attended care coordination treatment planning meetings; participated in 504 Plan and IEP meetings at patients’ schools; completed psychological and vocational assessments Supervised by: Matthew Bitsko, Ph.D. University Counseling Services (UCS), VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: August 2006 – May 2007 Position title: Psychology Trainee Description: UCS is the agency within the Division of Student Affairs that provides professional counseling and consultation to the VCU community. Roles and responsibilities: Provided individual counseling, conducted intakes, completed suicide screening assessment, participated in and conducted didactic training and programming Supervised by: Erin Pederson, Ph.D. and Wendy Dickinson, Ph.D. Center for Psychological Services and Development (CPSD), VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: May 2005-May 2006 Position title: Psychology Trainee Description: The CPSD offers psychological services to the Richmond and VCU community; services include individual, couples, group and family therapy, vocational counseling, and psychological and vocational assessment. Roles and responsibilities: Provided individual and couples therapy, conducted intakes and vocational and psychological assessments. Supervised by: Jean Corcoran, Ph.D. Residence Hall Paraprofessional Staff, NMU, Marquette, MI Position: Academic Programmer Dates: August 2002-May 2004 Responsibilities included: Academic advising, career planning, oversaw an academic programming committee, and executing career and academically-related programming (e.g., resume building, choosing majors and courses, health maintenance, adjustment to college, study skills, organizational skills, test-taking skills, stress management, coping skills) for approximately 300 people. Supervised by: Kamille Hakes, M.A.E.

Research Experience__________________________________________________________________ Family & Children’s Center (FCC) Healthy Families and Hope Academy Program Evaluation Location: FCC and Gundersen Health System, La Crosse, WI and WSU, Winona, MN Dates: September 2013-present Responsibilities: Working with FCC to conduct program evaluations of two of their agency’s programs: 1) Healthy Families, a national program supporting wellness in young children from birth to age 5, and 2) Hope Academy, a schoolbased program for adolescent mothers. Activities include research design and data analysis, literature review and manuscript development, supervising undergraduate research assistants, conducting a retreat with regional stakeholders. Funding: Children’s Trust Fund Collaborators: Jamie Schloegel and Amanda Brouwer, PhD

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Hospital-Based Clinical Research Initiative for the National Child Protection Training Center (NCPTC) – Multiple Studies Location: Gundersen Health System, La Crosse, WI and WSU, Winona, MN Dates: July 2013-present Responsibilities: Working with multidisciplinary research team conducting multiple studies addressing child maltreatment and prevention efforts and medical training as part of the NCPTC. Activities include research design, national collaborations, overseeing measure development and validation, training and advising student researchers, data collection, writing grant applications, and manuscript development. Current projects include No Hit Zone, GunderKids, Family Support Study, Staff Attitudes toward Child Maltreatment Reporting Study, and BSC Research Collaborative. Funding: Gundersen Medical Foundation Collaborators: Denyse Olson-Dorff, PsyD and Ann Budzak, MD Differential Parenting among Families Surviving Childhood Cancer Location: Gundersen Health System, La Crosse, WI Dates: May 2013-September 2013 Responsibilities: Worked with multidisciplinary research team conducting mixed methods study on sibling perceptions of differential parenting among families surviving childhood cancer. Activities included research design development and training and advising an undergraduate researcher to conduct study interview. Collaborator: Toni Peters, MS, MD Sibling and Caregiver Experiences with Individuals Diagnosed with Smith-Magenis, Williams, or Down syndrome Location: WSU, Winona, MN Dates: May 2012-present Responsibilities: Working with multidisciplinary research team conducting study on sibling and caregiver perspectives on being in a family with an individual who is diagnosed with Smith-Magenis syndrome (SMS), Williams syndrome (WS), or Down syndrome (DS). Activities include training and overseeing a group of undergraduate students on qualitative data coding using a Consensual Qualitative Research - Modified (CQR-M) approach, handbook development, quantitative data analysis, conference presentations, grant applications, manuscript development and publication. Collaborator: Sarah Elsea, PhD, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX Sperm banking among Adolescents Newly Diagnosed with Cancer: Development of a Profiling and Referral Tool (SBANK10 Protocol) Location: SJCRH, Memphis, TN Dates: August 2010-August 2012 Funding: NICHD 1 R21HD061296 (Klosky – PI) Responsibilities: Worked with multidisciplinary research team conducting study on perceptions of and barriers to spermbanking following cancer diagnosis. Activities included supervision of graduate student lab members, questionnaire validation, participant recruitment, conducting focus groups, data analysis, conference presentations, and manuscript development and publication. Supervised by: James Klosky, Ph.D. Human papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination among Survivors of Childhood Cancer (HPV1 Protocol) Location: SJCRH, Memphis, TN Dates: August 2010-August 2012 Responsibilities: Worked with multidisciplinary research team conducting study on maternal and young adults’ predictors of HPV vaccination. Activities included supervision of graduate student lab members, participant recruitment, data analysis, conference presentations, and manuscript development. Supervised by: James Klosky, Ph.D.

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Examining the Influence of Psychological Intervention on Type 1 Diabetes Care among Pediatric Patients Location: VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: July 2008-May 2009 Responsibilities: Worked with multidisciplinary research team conducting retrospective study on impact of counseling services on Type 1 diabetes adherence and emotional health. Activities included study development and publication. Supervised by: Matthew Bitsko, Ph.D. and Gary Francis, M.D., Ph.D. Communication, Academic, and Career Aspirations in Adolescents with Cancer Location: VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: March 2007-October 2009 Responsibilities: Worked with multidisciplinary team to develop study examining influence of HCP-patient/parent communication on academic/career self-efficacy and planning among cancer survivors. Activities included study design, grant proposal development (NIH PO1 submissions), pilot project development. Supervised by: Marilyn Stern, Ph.D., Laura Siminoff, Ph.D., and Cathy Bradley, Ph.D. Caring for a Child with Smith-Magenis Syndrome: Perceptions of Parental Well-being and Family Functioning Location: VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: January 2007-March 2011 Responsibilities: Worked with a multidisciplinary research team conducting a study on caretaker well-being and positive adaptation among parents caring for a child with Smith-Magenis Syndrome. Activities included project design and execution, creation of online data collection system, IRBs, data analysis, conference presentations, and publications. Supervised by: Sarah Elsea, Ph.D. and Marilyn Stern, Ph.D. Perceptions of Peer and Romantic Relationship Self-Efficacy and Social Acceptance as Pediatric Cancer Survivors approach Adulthood (Dissertation Study) Location: VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: September 2006-May 2010 Responsibilities: Study design and implementation, participant recruitment, data analysis and presentation, IRB, implementation of online data collection system, conference presentation, and manuscript preparation. Supervised by: Marilyn Stern, Ph.D. Academic Aspirations, Career Self-Efficacy, Health Behaviors, and Quality of Life in Adolescents with Cancer or Sickle Cell Disease Location: VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: August 2004-May 2010 Funding: Massey Cancer Center Pilot Project Responsibilities: Worked with multidisciplinary research team conducting a study on psychosocial adaptation among adolescents diagnosed with cancer and sickle cell disease. Activities included intervention/project design and implementation, implementation of online data collection system, supervision of undergraduate and graduate students, grant writing, IRBs, coding, analyzing, and conference presentations. Supervised by: Marilyn Stern, Ph.D. and Kamar Godder, M.D., MPH Parental Attachment, Self-Efficacy, and Career Foreclosure among Adolescent Survivors of Pediatric Cancer (Thesis Study) Location: VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: August 2004-December 2006 Responsibilities: Participated in study investigating career foreclosure, social and academic self-efficacy, and attachment among adolescent survivors of pediatric cancer. Activities included data coding and analyses, conference presentations, and manuscript publication. Supervised by: Marilyn Stern, Ph.D.

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Maternal Adaptation to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Hospitalization and its Relationship to Subsequent Mother-Infant Interaction Outcomes Location: VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: August 2004-July 2009 (Assistantship: June 2005-March 2009 [paid position]) Position: Graduate Research Coordinator, March of Dimes Foundation Grant Funding: March of Dimes Foundation (Stern – PI) Responsibilities: Participated in a research team studying maternal experiences of having an infant hospitalized in a NICU. Activities included conducting clinical interviews, analyzing and presenting data, IRBs, conference presentations, and supervising undergraduate and graduate students. Supervised by: Marilyn Stern, Ph.D. Promoting Undergraduate Student Engagement: Integrating Cooperative Learning Techniques and Technology Location: VCU, Richmond, VA Dates: August 2004-September 2008 Responsibilities: Oversaw a research team conducting a study on the impact of cooperative learning and technology on student engagement at the undergraduate level. Activities included supervising undergraduate researchers, conducting research meetings, writing grant proposals, IRBs, and manuscripts, and coding, analyzing, and presenting data. Supervised by: Michael Van Slyck, Ph.D. Auditory Research Lab Location: NMU, Marquette, MI Dates: August 2002-May 2004 Responsibilities: Collected auditory research data focused on studying tinnitus; other activities included grant writing, lab maintenance, and lab meetings Supervised by: Cynthia Prosen, Ph.D. Investigation of the Effects of a Depressant and a Stimulant on Brain Stimulation Reinforcement (Independent Undergraduate Research Project) Location: NMU, Marquette, MI Dates: August 2002-May 2003 Responsibilities: Stereotaxic electrode implantation of rats, behavioral testing utilizing an operant chamber, injections, perfusions, rat brain removals, and histologies. Supervised by: John Renfrew, Ph.D.

Mentored Student Research__________________________________________________________ Perception of Siblings of Individuals Diagnosed with Smith-Magenis or Williams syndrome: A Vignette Study Location: WSU, Winona, MN Student: Hunter Schepper Dates: September 2013 – present Eating Behavior as a Function of Undergraduate Residence: An Examination of Locus of Control and Behavioral Intentions Location: WSU, Winona, MN Student: LaNaya Shackelford Dates: October 2012 – November 2013 Funding: Ardis Serafin Young Scholar Award ($2800.00)

Grants and Funding__________________________________________________________________ Foster, R.H., Olson-Dorff, D., & Budzak, A. (2013). Hospital-Based Clinical Research Initiative for the National Child Protection Training Center (NCPTC). Gundersen Medical Foundation. Role: Co-Principal Investigator, Awarded $23,642. Revised: 12/01/2013

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Foster, R. H., Klosky, J.L., & Zimet, G. (2010). Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination among Male Survivors of Childhood Cancer. R. L. Kirchstein National Research Serice Award Individual Postdoctoral Fellowship (F32). Role: Principal Investigator, Requested $107,081, Impact Score: 53 after first submission – not resubmitted due to time constraints of postdoctoral fellowship. Stern, M., Foster, R.H., Slosky, L., Jonda, J., Siminoff, L., Bradley, K., & Godder, K. (2008 and 2009). Communication, Academic and Career Aspirations in Adolescents with Cancer. National Cancer Institute Program Project Grant (P01). Role: Co-Investigator, Not funded. Foster, R.H., Stern, M., & Godder, K. (2006). Social self-efficacy and acceptance as cancer survivors approach adulthood. R. L. Kirchstein National Research Serice Award Individual Predoctoral Fellowship (F31). Role: Principal Investigator, Requested $85,108, Not funded. Stern, M., Foster, R.H., Kim, H., Durrette, M., Dillon, R., McClish, D., Dunn, N., & Godder, K. (2006). Promoting Academic and Career Aspirations in Adolescents with Cancer. Massey Pilot Project Grant, Massey Cancer Center, VCU. Role: Co-Investigator, Awarded $30,000 Stern, M., Durrette, M., & Foster, R.H. (2006). Prematurity initiative conference. Community Awards Program, Funded by the March of Dimes, Virginia local chapter. Role: Co-Facilitator and Planner, Awarded $3,000

Publications_________________________________________________________________________ Foster, R. H., Russell, C. C., Dillon, R., Bitsko, M., Godder, K., & Stern, M. (in press). Relations among optimism, perceived health vulnerability, and academic, self-regulatory, and social self-efficacy in adolescent and young adult survivors of childhood cancer. Journal of Psychosocial Oncology. Klosky, J. L., Foster, R. H., Li, Z., Peasant, C.J., Mertens, A. C., …, Ness, K. (in press). Predictors of sexual health behavior among adolescents in the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study cohort. Health Psychology. Klosky, J. L., Russell, K. M., Canavera, K. E., Gamble, H. L., Hodges, J. R., Foster, R. H., …, & Hudson, M. M. (2013). Risk factors for non-initiation of the human papillomavirus vaccine among adolescent survivors of childhood cancer. Cancer Prevention Research, 6, 1101-1110. doi: 10.1158/1940-6207. Foster, R. H., Simon, E., Lee, E., B. B., Shackelford, L. & Elsea, S. H. (2013). A lifespan developmental approach to coping with neurodevelopmental disorders: A comprehensive guide to meeting individual and caregiver needs. In A. Thurgood & K. Schuldt (Eds.), Caregivers: Challenges, Practices and Cultural Influences (pp. 1-56). Hauppauge, NY: Nova Science Publishers, Inc. Bitsko, M.J., Bean, M.K., Bart, S., Foster, R.H., Thacker, L., & Francis, G.L. (2013). Engagement in psychological treatment improves hemoglobin A1c outcomes in adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings. Published Online Ahead of Print. doi: 10.1007/s10880-012-9350-z Foster, R.H., Stern, M., Russell, C., Shivy, V., Bitsko, M. J., Dillon, R., Klosky, J. L., & Godder, K. (2012). Examining the influence of optimism and perceived health vulnerability on parent-adolescent attachment among survivors of pediatric cancer. Journal of Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology, 1, 181-187. doi:10.1089/jayao.2011.0034 Klosky, J. L., Howell, C., Li, Z., Foster, R. H., Mertens, A. C., …, Ness, K. (2012). Risky health behavior among adolescents in the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study cohort. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 37, 634-646. doi:10.1093/jpepsy/jss046 Klosky, J. L., Foster, R.H., Hodges, J., Peasant, C., Gamble, H., McDermott, M.J., & Rao, K.P. (2012). Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and the primary prevention of cancer: Implications for survivors of childhood cancer. In Y. Quintana (Ed.), Advancing Cancer Education and Healthy Living in Our Communities. Studies in Health Technology and Informatics (pp. 33-42). Lansdale, PA: IOS Press.

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Slosky, L., Foster, R.H., & Elsea, S. (2012). Caring for children with intellectual disabilities: A focus on Williams and Smith-Magenis syndromes. In D. F. Mancini & C. M. Greco (Eds.), Intellectual Disability: Management, Causes, and Social Perceptions (pp. 125-146). Hauppauge, NY: Nova Science Publishers, Inc. Klosky, J. L., Foster, R. H., & Nobel, A. (2012). Pediatric oncology and reproductive health. In G. Quinn & S. Vadaparampil (Eds.), Reproductive health and cancer in adolescents and young adults (pp. 151-164). New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company. Foster, R. H., Kanotra, S., Stern, M., & Elsea, S. (2011). Educational and occupational aspirations among mothers caring for a child with Smith-Magenis syndrome. Journal of Physical and Developmental Disabilities, 23, 504-514. doi: 10.1007/s10882-011-9241-5 Stern, M., Krivoy, E., Foster, R. H., Bitsko, M., Toren, A., & Ben-Arush, M. (2010). Psychosocial functioning and career decision-making in Israeli adolescent cancer survivors. Pediatric Blood and Cancer, 55, 703-713. doi: 10.1002/pbc.22642 Foster, R. H., Kozachek, S., Stern, M., & Elsea, S. H. (2010). Caring for the caregivers: An investigation of factors related to well-being among parents caring for a child with Smith-Magenis syndrome, Journal of Genetic Counseling, 19, 187198. doi: 10.1007/s10897-009-9273-5 Foster, R. H., Kim, H., Casper, R., Morgan, A., Brice, W., & Stern, M. (2009). Social networks among children and adolescents coping with sickle cell disease: An overview of barriers, considerations, and best practices. In E. Cuyler & M. Ackhart (Eds.), The psychology of relationships (pp. 339-363). Hauppauge, NY: Nova Science Publishers, Inc. Foster, R. H., Stern, M., & Smolen-Hetzel, A. C. (2008). Family relations: Coping with pediatric cancer. In C. Yoon (Ed.), Focus on family relations in the 21st Century (pp. 121-135). Hauppauge, NY: Nova Science Publishers, Inc. Foster, R. H., & Stern, M. (2008). Treatment compliance. In F. Leong (Ed.), Encyclopedia of counseling (Vol. 1). Washington D.C.: SAGE Publications. Additional Publications Kanotra, S., Foster, R. H., Kozachek, S. P., Stern, M., & Elsea, S. (2009, Winter). Smith-Magenis Syndrome caregiver study: Results and recommendations. Part 3: SMS caregiver career satisfaction. Spectrum, 13 (1), 1-6. Foster, R. H., Kozachek, S. P., Kanotra, S., Stern, M., & Elsea, S. (2008, Fall). Smith-Magenis Syndrome caregiver study: Results and recommendations. Part 2: SMS caregiver well-being. Spectrum, 12 (4), 1-8. Kozachek, S. P., Foster, R. H., Kanotra, S., Stern, M., & Elsea, S. (2008, Summer). Smith-Magenis Syndrome caregiver study: Results and recommendations. Part 1: Caregivers display significant symptoms of anxiety and depression. Spectrum, 12 (3), 1-7. Manuscripts under review Klosky, J. L., Simmons, J. L., Russell, Foster, R.H., K. E., Sabbatini, G., K. M., Canavera, Hodges, J. R., McDermott, M. J., & Schover, L. R. (2013). Fertility as a priority among adolescent males newly diagnosed with cancer and their parents. Manuscript submitted for review. Foster, R. H., & Stern, M. Peer and romantic relationships among adolescent and young adult (AYA) survivors of childhood hematological cancer: A review of challenges and positive outcomes. (2013). Invited review article for Acta Haematologica. Submitted for review; anticipated publication in 2014. Peasant, C. J., Foster, R. H., Russell, K. M., & Klosky, J. L. (2013). The role of sexual communication on parental intention for HPV vaccination among daughters surviving childhood cancer. Manuscript submitted for review. York, T. P., Foster, R. H., Bierema, L., Moshier, M., Nicely, L. V., & Elsea, S. H. Siblings of individuals with Down syndrome and Williams syndrome: An investigation of sibling behavioral traits and intra-familial relationships reveals siblings are more satisfied and positive than parents perceive. Manuscript submitted for review.

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Shackelford, L., & Foster, R. H. Eating behavior as a function of undergraduate residence: An examination of locus of control and behavioral intentions. Manuscript submitted for review. Van Slyck, M. R., Nelson, L. L., Foster, R. H., & Cardella, L. A. (2013). Peace education and conflict resolution curricula for middle school students. Manuscript submitted for review. Manuscripts in preparation Foster, R. H., Stern, M., Bitsko, M., Dillon, R., & Godder, K. Perceptions of social acceptance and peer and romantic relationship self-efficacy as pediatric cancer survivors approach adulthood. Expected submission December 2013. Foster, R. H., Brouwer, A. M., Stern, M., Bitsko, M., Dillon, R., & Godder, K. Coping experiences of emerging adult survivors of pediatric cancer: A qualitative analysis. Expected submission December 2013.

Presentations________________________________________________________________________ International Klosky, J. L., Foster, R. H., Peasant, C., Howell, C., Mertens, A. C., Robison, L. L., & Ness, K. (2012, October). Risky sexual health in adolescent and young adult survivors of childhood cancer. Poster to be presented at the meetings of the 44th Congress of the International Society for Paediatric Oncology, London, England, United Kingdom. Klosky, J. L., Howell, C., Li, Z., Foster, R. H., Mertens, A. C., Robison, L. L., & Ness, K. (2011, October). Risky health behavior in adolescent survivors of childhood cancer and their siblings: A report from the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study. Presentation at the 43rd Congress of the International Society for Paediatric Oncology, Aotea Centre, Auckland, New Zealand. Klosky, J.L., Foster, R.H., & Rao, K.P. (2011, October). Prevalence and predictors of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination among young survivors of childhood cancer. Poster session presented at the 43rd Congress of the International Society for Paediatric Oncology, Aotea Centre, Auckland, New Zealand. Stern, M., Durrette, M., Foster, R.H., & Karraker, K. (2008, March). Prematurity stereotyping and NICU hospitalization: Relations to maternal adaptation. Poster session presented at the meetings of the 16th Annual International Conference on Infant Studies, Vancouver, Canada. National Lammers, K., Elsea, S. H., York, T., P., & Foster, R. H. (2013, October). Siblings of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities: An investigation of sibling intra-familial relationships. Poster presented at the National Society of Genetic Counselors 32nd Annual Education Conference, Anaheim, CA. Foster, R. H., Brouwer, A. M., Dillon, R., Bitsko, R., Godder, K., & Stern, M. (2013, April). “Cancer was a speed bump in my path to enlightenment:” A qualitative analysis of emerging adult survivors’ childhood cancer experiences. Poster presented at the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, New Orleans, LA. Foster, R. H., Moshier, M. S., York, T. P., Jobe, M., Favaro, B., Shackelford, L., & Elsea, S.H. (2013, April). How are the siblings doing? An investigation of benefit finding and behavioral functioning among siblings diagnosed with SmithMagenis, Williams, or Down syndrome. Poster presented at the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, New Orleans, LA. Foster, R. H., Moshier, M. S., York, T. P., Schepper, H., Lubenow, M., & Elsea, S. H. (2013, April). “Sometimes it’s hard, you know?” A comparative qualitative analysis of sibling experiences with Smith-Magenis, Williams, or Down syndrome. Poster presented at the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, New Orleans, LA. Bitsko, M. J., Bean, M. K., Bart, S., Foster, R. H., Thacker, L., & Francis, G. L. (2013, April). Engagement in psychological treatment improves hemoglobin A1c outcomes in adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Accepted for paper presentation at the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, New Orleans, LA.

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Canavera, K. E., Russell, K. M., Foster, R. H., Simmons, J. L., Sabbatini, G. M., & Klosky, J. L. (2013, April). Fertility as a priority among adolescent males newly diagnosed with cancer. Accepted for poster presentation at the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, New Orleans, LA. Canavera, K. E., Russell, K. M., Foster, R. H., Simmons, J. L., Sabbatini, G. M., & Klosky, J. L. (2013, April). Fertility as a life goal among parents of adolescent males newly diagnosed with cancer. Accepted for poster presentation at the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, New Orleans, LA. Pleasant, C.J., Foster, R.H., Russell, K., Hodges, J. & Klosky, J.L. (2013, March). Caregiver sexual and HPV communication among female survivors of childhood cancer. Accepted for presentation at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Conference, San Francisco, CA. Foster, R. H. (2013, February). Who am I now? Identity development among adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer. Invited lecture at Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA. Foster, R. H., Stern, M., & Elsea, S. (2012, June). Caregiver well-being: Lessons learned from families and directions for the future. Invited lecture presented at the meetings of the PRISMS 7th International Conference, Denver, CO. Foster, R. H., Moshier, M. S., York, T. P., Silberg, J. L., Elsea, S. H. (2012, June). Living with individuals diagnosed with Smith-Magenis syndrome: Perspectives from well-siblings and parents. Paper presented at the meetings of the PRISMS 7th International Conference, Denver, CO. Foster, R. H., Moshier, M. S., York, T. P., Silberg, J. L., Elsea, S. H. (2012, June). How are the siblings doing? An investigation of behavioral functioning among well-siblings of individuals diagnosed with Smith-Magenis syndrome. Paper presented at the meetings of the PRISMS 7th International Conference, Denver, CO. Foster, R.H., Hodges, J.R., McDermott, M.J., Martin-Elbahesh, K., Pleasant, C.J., & Klosky, J.L. (2012, April). Examining the congruence of fertility-risk communication among families and providers in the pediatric oncology setting. Paper presentation at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Conference, New Orleans, LA. Klosky, J.L., Foster, R.H., Hodges, J.R., McDermott, M.J., Martin-Elbahesh, K., & Pleasant, C.J. (2012, April). Differences in fertility risk perception among providers and families newly diagnosed with adolescent cancer: Implications for fertility preservation. Paper presentation at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Conference, New Orleans, LA. McDermott, M.J., Foster, R.H., Hodges, J.R., Martin-Elbahesh, K., Pleasant, C.J., & Klosky, J.L. (2012, April). Fertility considerations among at-risk adolescents newly diagnosed with cancer. Poster presentation at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Conference, New Orleans, LA. Pleasant, C.J., Foster, R.H., Gamble, H.L., Rao, K.P., & Klosky, J.L. (2012, April). The role of sexual communication on parental intention for HPV vaccination among daughters surviving childhood cancer. Paper presentation at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Conference, New Orleans, LA. Rao, K.P., Hodges, J.R., Foster, R.H., Martin-Elbahesh, K., McDermott, M.J., Pleasant, C.J., & Klosky, J.L. (2012, April). Barriers and benefits of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination among maternal caregivers of childhood cancer survivors. Poster presentation at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Conference, New Orleans, LA. Foster, R.H. (2012, February). Health disparities and cultural competency: The critical role of self-awareness. Invited lecture at Keystone College, La Plume, PA. Foster, R.H. (2011, December and 2012, February). Assessment of factors promoting human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination. Invited lectures at Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI, Winona State University, Winona, MN, and the University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point, Stevens Point, WI. Foster, R.H. (2011, December). Critical training components in counseling: An emphasis on identity development and multicultural awareness as a foundation for the future. Invited lecture at Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI.

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Foster, R.H., Stern, M., Bitsko, M., Dillon, R., & Godder, K. (2011, April). Pediatric cancer survivorship in emerging adulthood: Perceptions of social acceptance and relationship self-efficacy. Poster session presented at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Conference, Washington, D.C. Rao, P., Foster, R.H., Gamble, H., Hodges, J., McDermott, M., & Klosky, J. (2011, April). Sociodemographic and medical differences in the provision of acquaintance-control references among maternal caregivers of childhood cancer survivors. Poster session presented at the meetings of the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, San Antonio, TX. Klosky, J. L., McDermott, M., Foster, R.H., Gamble, H., & Rao, P. (2011, April). Knowledge of human papillomavirus (HPV) and vaccination among families with daughters surviving childhood cancer. Poster session presented at the meetings of the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, San Antonio, TX. Foster, R.H., Gamble, H., & Klosky, J. L. (2011, April). Perceptions of child health vulnerability and self-efficacy toward human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination among female survivors of pediatric cancers. Poster session presented at the meetings of the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, San Antonio, TX. Klosky, J. L., Hodges, J., Foster, R. H., Noble, A., & McDermott, M. (2010, September). Querying parents about preservation: Utilizing focus group methodology for informing parent questionnaires in the study of sperm banking decision-making among adolescents diagnosed with cancer. Poster session presented at the meetings of the 2010 Oncofertility Consortium Conference, Chicago, IL. Klosky, J. L., Hodges, J., Foster, R. H., McDermott, M., & Noble, A. (2010, September). Utilizing health belief theory in predicting fertility preservation: Toward establishing the ecological validity of a sperm banking questionnaire among survivors of childhood cancer. Poster session presented at the meetings of the 2010 Oncofertility Consortium Conference, Chicago, IL. Stern, M., Foster, R.H., Lamanna, J., Durrette, M., & Karraker, K. (2010, March). Prematurity stereotyping and perceptions of infant vulnerability. Paper session presented at the meetings of the 17th Annual International Conference on Infant Studies, Baltimore, MD. Foster, R. H., Stern, M., Kozachek, S., & Elsea, S. H. (2009, September). Caring for the caregivers: Promoting caregiver well-being among parents raising a child diagnosed with Smith-Magenis syndrome. Paper session and parent workshop presented at the meetings of the PRISMS 6th International Conference, Washington, DC. Elsea, S. H., Foster, R. H., Kozachek, S., & Stern, M. (2009, July). Caring for the caregivers: Promoting caregiver wellbeing among parents raising a child diagnosed with Smith-Magenis syndrome. Paper session presented at the meetings of the 37th Annual Genetic Alliance Convention, Washington, DC. Kozachek, S., Foster, R.H., Kanotra, S., Stern, M., & Elsea, S. (2008, October). Depression and anxiety in caregivers of individuals with Smith-Magenis syndrome. Poster session presented at the meetings of the 27th Annual National Society of Genetic Counselors Educational Conference, Los Angeles, California. Van Slyck, M., Magda, J., & Foster, R. H. (2007, August). Engaging undergraduates in the learning process: A theorybased approach. Poster session presented at the American Psychological Association Convention, San Francisco, CA. Van Slyck, M., Magda, J., & Foster, R. H. (2007, August). Cooperative learning in college classrooms: Creating a positive learning environment. Poster session presented at the American Psychological Association Convention, San Francisco, CA. Van Slyck, M., Magda, J., & Foster, R. H. (2007, May). Enhancing engagement in learning: A pedagogical practice and research paradigm. Poster session presented at the APS-STP Teaching Institute, Washington, D.C. Foster, R.H., Stern, M., Shivy, V., Dillon, R., Bitsko, M., & Godder, K. (2007, March). Promoting academic and social selfefficacy among adolescents diagnosed with cancer. Poster session presented at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Conference, Washington, D.C.

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Van Slyck, M., & Foster, R.H. (2005, August). Enhancing engagement in learning: Integrating cooperative learning techniques and technology. Poster session presented at the American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C. Foster, R.H., & Van Slyck, M. (2005, August). Empowering peace psychologists: A consulting role in college course design. Poster session presented at the American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C. Durrette, M., Foster, R.H., & Stern, M. (2005, August). Prematurity stereotyping and NICU hospitalization: Relations to maternal adaptation. Poster session presented at the American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C. Foster, R.H. & Shellenbarger, S. (2003, March). Investigation of the effects of a depressant and a stimulant on brain stimulation reinforcement. Michigan Academy of Science, Arts, & Letters, Holland, MI. Local and Institutional Foster, R. H. (2013, October). Résumés and curriculum vitas. Workshop presented at Winona State University, Winona, MN. Foster, R. H., Moshier, M.S., York, T. P., Bierema, L., Jobe, M., Schepper, H., Favaro, B., Lubenow, M., & Elsea, S. (2013, June). Creative interventions promoting adaptive coping and benefit-finding among siblings of children with neurodevelopmental disorders. Workshop presented at the Winona State University W.E.L.L. 2013 Conference, Winona, MN. Foster, R. H. (2013, June). Child and adolescent psychosocial development. Invited training workshop for the Girl Scouts of America, La Crosse, WI. Shackelford, L., & Foster, R. H. (2013, April and June). Eating behavior as a function of undergraduate residence: An examination of locus of control and behavioral intentions. Poster presented at the 2013 Judith Ramaley Celebration of Student-Faculty Research and Creative Scholarship and the Winona State University W.E.L.L. 2013 Conference, Winona, MN. Lubenow, M., Favaro, B., Schepper, H., Jobe, M., Elsea, S. H., & Foster, R. H. (2013, April). Child and adolescent perceptions of having a sibling with Smith-Magenis, Williams, or Down syndrome: A Qualitative Analysis. Poster presented at the 2013 Judith Ramaley Celebration of Student-Faculty Research and Creative Scholarship and selected for special presentation at the 2013 WSU Presidential Inauguration, Winona State University, Winona, MN. Schepper, H., Jobe, M., Favaro, B., Lubenow, M., Elsea, S. H., & Foster, R. H. (2013, April). A sliver of silver in the clouds: A comparison of benefit finding and coping among child/adolescent siblings of individual diagnosed with Smith Magenis, Williams, or Down syndrome. Poster presented at the 2013 Judith Ramaley Celebration of Student-Faculty Research and Creative Scholarship, Winona State University, Winona, MN. Foster, R. H. (2012, November). Pediatric oncology: Psychologists’ roles in promoting patient and family well-being and quality of life. Invited lecture at Winona State University, Winona, MN. Foster, R. H. (2012, September). Wellness among families coping with childhood chronic health conditions and/or developmental disabilities. Presentation for the Winona State University CLASP lecture series, Winona, MN. Foster, R. H., Hodges, J.R., McDermott, M.J., Martin-Elbahesh, K., Pleasant, C.J., & Klosky, J.L. (2012, May). Examining fertility risk and the congruence of fertility-risk communication among families and providers in the pediatric oncology setting. Paper presented at the 1st Annual Postdoctoral Fellow Research Symposium, Memphis, TN. Foster, R. H. (2011, August). Cancer and pervasive developmental disorders: Research perspectives and clinical approaches. Presentation at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital psychology rounds, Memphis, TN. Kanotra, S., Foster, R.H., Kozachek, S., Stern, M., & Elsea, S. (2011, April). Educational and career aspirations among mothers caring for a child with Smith-Magenis syndrome. Poster session presented at the meetings of the 7th Annual Women’s Health Research Day, VCU, Richmond, VA.

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Foster, R. H. (2011, March). What do I do from here? Career Assessment in Pediatric Medical Settings. Presentation at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital psychology rounds, Memphis, TN. Foster, R.H. & Klosky, J.L. (2011, March). Perceptions of child health vulnerability and self-efficacy toward human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination among female survivors of pediatric cancers. Presentation at Postdoctoral Professional Development Event, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN. Foster, R. H. (2010, November). Careers in Psychology. Presentation at St. Jude Careers in Research Day, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN. Foster, R. H., & Aronson, T. G. (2010, June). Building strong children and families: An overview of assessment and intervention. Presentation at Craniofacial Multidisciplinary Meeting, Miami Children’s Hospital, Miami, FL. Foster, R. H. (2010, January). Caring about confidence: The integration of self-efficacy research into pediatric hematology/oncology practice. Presentation at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital psychology rounds, Memphis, TN. Foster, R. H., & Humennyj, T. M. (2009, April). My worldview: Who am I and where am I going? Workshop for Young Adult Cancer Survivors Retreat, Roslyn Conference and Retreat Center, Richmond, VA. Foster, R. H., & Rilee, M. (2009, March and April). Self-injury and suicidality: Overviews and interventions. Training sessions given at Kids in Focus, Richmond, VA. Foster, R. H., (2008, July). How do I help my students? Applying assessment to the classroom. Workshop presented for the University of Virginia Continuing Education Program, Richmond, VA. Foster, R. H. (2008, June and July). What career is right for me? Utilizing career assessment to plan for careers in the health professions. Workshops presented for Project Inquisitive Minds, Virginia Commonwealth Health Systems, Richmond, VA. (presentation given five times for high school and college students during the summer of 2008) Foster, R.H., Kozachek, S., Kanotra, S., Elsea, S., & Stern, M. (2008, April). Caring for a child diagnosed with SmithMagenis syndrome: Preliminary analysis of caregiver well-being. Poster session presented at the meetings of the 4th Annual Women’s Health Research Day, VCU, Richmond, Virginia. Foster, R.H., Kim, H., Durrette, M., Kanotra, S., Slosky, L., Jonda, J., & Stern, M. (2008, April). Building academic, career, and health-behavior self-efficacy: A psychoeducational intervention for adolescents diagnosed with cancer or sickle cell disease. Poster session presented at the meetings of the 11th Annual Graduate Student Research Symposium, Richmond, VA. Durrette, M., Foster, R.H., Stern, M., Slosky, L., Jonda, J., Kanotra, S., & Grote, C. (2008, April). Prematurity stereotyping and NICU hospitalization: An analysis of maternal expectations. Poster session presented at the meetings of the 11th Annual Graduate Student Research Symposium, Richmond, VA. Foster, R. H. (2008, March). What career is right for me? Workshop for Young Adult Cancer Survivors Retreat, Roslyn Conference and Retreat Center, Richmond, VA. Foster, R. H., Ray, M., & Muehl, K. (2007, April). On being a psychology major: Is it right for me? Workshop for VCU Department of Psychology, Richmond, VA. Joiner, M., Durrette, M., Foster, R. H., Kanotra, S., & Stern, M. (2007, April). Maternal social comparison inside a neonatal intensive care unit. Poster session presented at the 3nd Annual Women’s Health Day Conference, VCU, Richmond, VA. Durrette, M., Foster, R. H., Joiner, M., Kanotra, S., & Stern, M. (April 2007). Benefit-finding, optimism, and coping strategies among mothers of premature, hospitalized infants. Poster session presented at the 3rd Annual Women’s Health Research Day, VCU, Richmond, Virginia.

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Foster, R. H., Kim, H., Durrette, M., Kanotra, S., Stern, M., Dillon, R., Bitsko, M., McClish, D., & Godder, K. (2007, April). Academics, career, and health behaviors among adolescents with cancer and sickle cell disease: Design and initial implementation of a psychoeducational intervention. Poster session presented at the 10th Annual Graduate Student Research Symposium, Richmond, VA. Dickinson, W., & Foster, R.H. (2006, September). Understanding personality types: The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. Presentation for VCU Residential Life & Housing, Richmond, VA. Foster, R.H., Kim, H., Durrette, M., Stern, M., Godder, K., Dillon, R., & McClish, D. (2006, April). Academics, career, and health behaviors among adolescents with cancer: Designing and implementing a psychoeducational intervention. Poster session presented at the 9th Annual Graduate Student Research Symposium, Richmond, VA. Durrette, M., Foster, R.H., & Stern, M. (2006, March). Prematurity stereotyping and NICU hospitalization: Relations to maternal adaptation. Poster session presented at the 2nd Annual Women’s Health Day Conference, VCU, Richmond, VA.

Additional Teaching Experience________________________________________________________ Health Psychology (PSYC 3512), University of Memphis, Memphis, TN Title: Adjunct Faculty Instructor Dates: July-August 2011, August-December 2011, January-May 2012, and June-July 2012 Life Span Developmental Psychology (PSYC 304), VCU, Richmond, VA Title: Adjunct Faculty Instructor Dates: August – December 2008 Health Psychology (PSYC 412), VCU, Richmond, VA Title: Adjunct Faculty Instructor Dates: June – July 2008 and June – July 2009 Educational Psychology (EDUS 305/PSYC 305), VCU, Richmond, VA Title: Adjunct Faculty Instructor Dates: June – July 2008 Human Development and Learning (EDUS 301), VCU, Richmond, VA Title: Adjunct Faculty Instructor Dates: May – June 2007 Social Psychology (PSYC 321), Learning and Cognition (PSYC 410), and Introductory Psychology (PSYC 101), VCU, Richmond, VA Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant Dates: August 2004-May 2005 Applied Behavioral Analysis Teaching Assistant (PY 203), NMU, Marquette, MI Title: Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Dates: August 2002-December 2002

Therapy and Support Group Experience_________________________________________________ Adolescent Cancer and Family Support Groups, Miami Children’s Hospital, Miami, FL Position: Group Co-Founder and Facilitator Dates: December 2009 – July 2010 Group description: Two bi-monthly therapeutic groups providing support and psychoeducational intervention to adolescents and families coping with cancer. Supervised by: Marisa Azaret, Psy.D. Revised: 12/01/2013

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Sociables, Miami Children’s Hospital, Miami, FL Position: Group Facilitator Dates: November 2009 – July 2010 Group description: Structured, weekly social skills therapy group for children with autism spectrum and other pervasive developmental disorders, conducted with children ages 6 to 12 Supervised by: Marisa Azaret, Psy.D. Sickle Cell Disease Family Support Group, VCU, Richmond, VA Position: Group Co-Founder and Facilitator Dates: March 2008 – March 2009 Group description: Monthly two hour group providing support and psychoeducational intervention to patients and families coping with sickle cell disease Co-Leaders: Wanda Brice, MSW, LCSW and Robbie Casper, FNP International Students’ Support Group, VCU, Richmond, VA Position: Group Co-Facilitator Dates: August 2006 – May 2008 Group description: Weekly group offering a semi-structured supportive environment to discuss concerns unique to international students (e.g., adjustment, cultural differences, language barriers, finances). Supervised by: Jean Corcoran, Ph.D.

Journal Article Reviewer______________________________________________________________ Journal of Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology, October 2012 – present

Committees_________________________________________________________________________ Child Advocacy Studies (CAST) Advisory Board, Board Member, WSU, September 2013-present St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Up Til’ Dawn, Academic Advisor, WSU, May 2013-present Kerry Williams Memorial Scholarship Committee, Committee Member, WSU, February 2013 - present Research Celebration Planning Committee, Committee Member, WSU, October 2012 – present

Honors and Awards__________________________________________________________________ Phi Kappa Phi, Virginia Commonwealth University, October 2008 Elizabeth A. Fries Young Investigator Award, Women’s Health Research Day, VCU, April 2008 Elizabeth A. Fries Memorial Scholarship, Department of Psychology, VCU, February 2008, Awarded $1000.00 Student Research Award, Department of Psychology, VCU, October 2007, Awarded $500.00 Psychology Graduate Student Travel Grant, VCU, February 2007, Awarded $100.00 Graduate Studies Travel Grant, VCU, February 2007, Awarded $100.00 Therapist of the Month, Center for Psychological Services and Development, VCU, April 2006 Graduate Student Association Travel Grant, VCU, October 2005, Awarded $150.00 Paraprofessional of the Year, Housing and Residence Life Award, NMU, May 2004

Professional Affiliations_______________________________________________________________ Society for the Study of Emerging Adulthood, September 2012-present Society of Behavioral Medicine, January 2011-present Phi Kappa Phi, November 2008-present American Psychological Association, Member, January 2005-present APA Divisions of Counseling Psychology (17) and Pediatric Psychology (54) Golden Key International Honour Society, March 2003-present PSI CHI: Psychological Honor Society, August 2002-present Revised: 12/01/2013

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References__________________________________________________________________________ James L. Klosky, Ph.D. Associate Member, Dept. of Psychology Licensed Psychologist, After Completion of Therapy (ACT) Clinic St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place - MS 740 Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-5057 Fax: (901) 595-4701 [email protected]

Valerie Crabtree, Ph.D. Assistant Member and Clinic Director Director of Clinical Training Licensed Psychologist Department of Psychology St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place – MS 101 Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-6393 [email protected]

Marilyn Stern, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Rehabilitation & Mental Health Counseling Affiliate Professor and Member, Dept. of Psychology, Pediatric Epidemiology Center and Moffitt Cancer Center University of South Florida Tampa FL 33620 (813) 974-0966 [email protected]

Matthew J. Bitsko, Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist Department of Pediatrics VCU Medical Center P.O. Box 980646 Richmond, VA 23298 (804) 828-9048 [email protected]

Sarah Elsea, Ph.D., FACMG Associate Professor Director, Biochemical Genetics Department of Molecular and Human Genetics Medical Genetics Laboratories Baylor College of Medicine 2450 Holcombe, NAB2015 Houston, TX 77021 (713) 798-5484 Fax: (713) 798-6584 [email protected]

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