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Department of Educational Psychology, Counseling, and Special Education

The Department of Educational Psychology, Counseling, and Special Education (EPCSE) is one of the four departments within the College of Education. Here you have the opportunity to gain a firm foundation in the elements of:

  • Counselor Education

  • Educational Psychology

  • Rehabilitation and Human Services

  • School Psychology

  • Special Education 

The mission of the Department of Educational Psychology, Counseling, and Special Education is to generate and apply interdisciplinary research, theory, and practice to improve individual, school, and community outcomes, and to reduce disparities among diverse populations across the Commonwealth of PA, the nation, and the global community. We strive to maximize learner success and human potential across the lifespan through prevention and intervention research and community engagement, particularly for those who face adverse conditions due to bias and systematic racism inherent in policies, procedures, and common practices. We are committed to providing high-quality education programs; conducting high-impact, interdisciplinary research; serving as a source of methodological and statistical expertise for the College; and fostering a departmental climate that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse individuals. 

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Counselor Education

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Educational Psychology

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Special Education

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Rehabilitation and Human Services

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Meet the Team

Dr. Peggy Van Meter

Dr. Peggy Van Meter

Acting Department Head

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814-863-2004

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Matthew McCrudden

Dr. Matt McCrudden

Director of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies

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814-863-7536

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Melissa Hummel

Melissa Hummel

Administrative Support Manager

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814-863-4450

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Dayna Murray

Dayna Murray

Senior Administrative Assistant

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814-863-2287

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Paul Smith

Paul Smith

Senior Academic Coordinator

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814-863-4452

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Chassidy Flood

Chassidy Flood

Financial Associate

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814-865-8304

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Elizabeth Davis

Elizabeth Davis

Academic Program Coordinator

Special Education

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814-863-1699

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Corey Knight

Corey Knight

Academic Program Coordinator

Educational Psychology & School Psychology

[email protected]

814-863-0347

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Madison Woomer

Madison Woomer

Academic Program Coordinator

Counselor Education & Rehabilitation and Human Services

[email protected]

814-865-7454

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Dr. Edwin L. Herr Clinic

The Dr. Edwin L. Herr Clinic is run by the Department of Educational Psychology, Counseling, and Special Education. The Herr Clinic serves two purposes: the Counselor Education Master's and Doctoral Programs use the Herr Clinic for clinical practicum in which they serve the University student population and the School Psychology Doctoral Program uses the clinic to provide services to children, adolescent, and young adult referrals from the community.

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