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Academy of Gerontology in Higher Education Sessions

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Academy of Gerontology in Higher Education Sessions

  • Wednesday, Nov 8th
    10:30 AM – 12:00 PM ET
    Empowering All Ages Through Intergenerational Connection and Lifelong Learning
    Location: Room 123
    Chair: Lisa Hollis-Sawyer, PhD (she/her/hers) – Northeastern Illinois University (Chicago)
    Discussant: Laura K.M Donorfio, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Lisa Hollis-Sawyer, PhD (she/her/hers) – Northeastern Illinois University (Chicago)
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Caitlin M. Reynolds, BS (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Andrea June, PhD – Central Connecticut State University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Ashley Lytle, PhD (she/her/hers) – Stevens Institute of Technology
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Karen Devereaux Melillo, PhD, A-GNP-C, FAANP, FGSA (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Lowell
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Wednesday, Nov 8th
    12:30 PM – 2:00 PM ET
    The Role of Community Colleges in Training Health Care Workers for an Aging Population
    Location: Room 122
    Chair: Phyllis Cummins, PhD (she/her/hers) – Miami University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Phyllis Cummins, PhD (she/her/hers) – Miami University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Takashi Yamashita, PhD – University of Maryland, Baltimore County
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Tripat Kaur, MLS(ASCP), Ed.D. (she/her/hers) – Hillsborough Community College
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Janice Velazquez, M.S Family Consumer Sciences (she/her/hers) – East Los Angeles College
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Wednesday, Nov 8th
    2:30 PM – 4:00 PM ET
    Nudging Attitude Change Through Experience: Undergraduate Curricular Innovations
    Location: Room 305
    Chair: Brian D. Carpenter, PhD, FGSA (he/him/his) – Washington University in St. Louis
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Rebecca S. Allen, PhD, ABPP (she/her/hers) – The University of Alabama
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Britteny M. Howell, PhD, CPG, CDP (she/her/hers) – University of Alaska Anchorage
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Kelly A. O'Malley, PhD (she/her/hers) – VA Boston Healthcare System
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Julie Hicks Patrick, PhD (she/her/hers) – West Virginia University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Kelly O'Sullivan, BS (she/her/hers) – Washington State University
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Wednesday, Nov 8th
    6:00 PM – 7:15 PM ET
    Gerontology and Geriatrics Education and Training
    Location: Exhibit Hall West
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Thursday, Nov 9th
    8:00 AM – 9:30 AM ET
    Advancing Age Inclusivity in Higher Education: Intergenerational Exchange as a Pathway to Career Readiness
    Location: Room 122
    Chair: Joann M. Montepare, PhD, FGSA, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – Lasell University
    Discussant: Lisa Borrero, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Indianapolis
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Allyson S. Graf, PhD (she/her/hers) – Northern Kentucky University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Beth Mastel-Smith, PhD, MS, RN (she/her/hers) – The University of Texas at Tyler
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Ladan Ghazi-Saidi, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Nebraska at Kearney
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Thursday, Nov 9th
    8:00 AM – 9:30 AM ET
    Creating an Age-Savvy Workforce Through Gerontological Internships
    Location: Room 125
    Chair: Rona J. Karasik, PhD, FAGHE, FGSA (she/her/hers) – Saint Cloud State University
    Co-Chair: Laura K.M Donorfio, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Discussant: Marilyn R. Gugliucci, MA, PhD, FAGHE, FGSA (she/her/hers) – University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Laura K.M Donorfio, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Rona J. Karasik, PhD, FAGHE, FGSA (she/her/hers) – Saint Cloud State University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Phyllis A. Greenberg, MPA, PhD FAGHE (she/her/hers) – St. Cloud State University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Jessica VanderWerf, BA, MS (they/them/theirs) – University of South Florida
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Camryn Hafner, BA (she/her/hers) – New York University
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  • Thursday, Nov 9th
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
    Age-Inclusive Strategies to Enhance Learning and Workplace Environments in U.S. Higher Education
    Location: Room 307
    Chair: Nina M. Silverstein, PhD – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Co-Chair: Lauren M. Bowen, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Discussant: Marla L. Berg-Weger, PhD, LCSW, FGSA (she/her/hers) – Saint Louis University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Lauren M. Bowen, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Yan Lin, PhD, FGSA (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Susan Krauss Whitbourne, PHD, FGSA (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Joann M. Montepare, PhD, FGSA, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – Lasell University
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Thursday, Nov 9th
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
    GSA Student Chapters: New Opportunities for US and International Higher Education Institutions
    Location: Room 121
    Chair: Lauren Michele Bouchard, MS, PhD (they/them/theirs) – Portland State University
    Co-Chair: Marilyn R. Gugliucci, MA, PhD, FAGHE, FGSA (she/her/hers) – University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Discussant: Terri A. Harvath, PhD, RN, FAAN, FGSA (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Marilyn R. Gugliucci, MA, PhD, FAGHE, FGSA (she/her/hers) – University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Keith Kleszynski, PhD – University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Giuliana Casanova, MSG, MSW, BA (she/her/hers) – University of Aveiro
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Lauren Michele Bouchard, MS, PhD (they/them/theirs) – Portland State University
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Thursday, Nov 9th
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
    How Gerontology Programs Are Meeting Challenges in Higher Education
    Location: Room 305
    Chair: Mary Ann Erickson, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – Ithaca College
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Mary Ann Erickson, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – Ithaca College
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Debra Dobbs, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of South Florida
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Tina M. Newsham, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of North Carolina Wilmington
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Britteny M. Howell, PhD, CPG, CDP (she/her/hers) – University of Alaska Anchorage
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Edward A. Miller, PhD, MPA, FGSA (he/him/his) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Thursday, Nov 9th
    2:00 PM – 3:15 PM ET
    Physical and Mental Health Education and Interventions
    Location: Exhibit Hall West
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Friday, Nov 10th
    8:00 AM – 9:30 AM ET
    The Clark Tibbitts Award and Hiram J. Friedsam Award Lectures and Presentations
    Location: Florida Ballroom I Marriott
    Chair: Dana Bradley, Ph.D, FGSA, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – UMBC
    Award Lecturer: Edward Schneider, MD (he/him/his) – University of Southern California
    Award Lecturer: Harvey L. Sterns, PhD FGSA FAPA FAPS FAGHE (he/him/his) – The University of Akron
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Friday, Nov 10th
    10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
    Presidential Symposium: Educational Needs and Strategies Across GSA: Building Bridges Within the Society
    Location: Florida Ballroom IV Marriott
    Chair: Tina M. Newsham, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of North Carolina Wilmington
    Discussant: Joann M. Montepare, PhD, FGSA, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – Lasell University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Nancy Kusmaul, PhD, MSW, FGSA (she/her/hers) – University of Maryland Baltimore County
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Matthew Peterson, PhD, FGSA – University of North Carolina Wilmington
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Tamar E. Shovali, PHD (she/her/hers) – Eckerd College
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: LaDora V. Thompson, PhD, PT, FAPTA, FGSA, FAGE (she/her/hers) – Boston University
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  • Friday, Nov 10th
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
    Educational Approaches to Facilitate Learning in Gerontology and Geriatrics Courses
    Location: Room 103
    Paper Session Chair: Dionne Bailey, MPH (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Friday, Nov 10th
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
    Empowering People of All Ages by Promoting Positive Views of Aging Among PK-12 Students
    Location: Room 105
    Chair: Tina M. Newsham, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of North Carolina Wilmington
    Discussant: Lisa Borrero, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Indianapolis
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Laura K.M Donorfio, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Elizabeth J. Bergman, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – Ithaca College
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Edward A. Miller, PhD, MPA, FGSA (he/him/his) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Cynthia R. Hancock, PhD (she/her/hers) – UNC Charlotte
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Friday, Nov 10th
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
    ESPO and Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education Section Symposium: Utilizing Technology in the Advancement of Older Adult Education
    Location: Room 125
    Chair: Yan-Jhu Su, MS – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Co-Chair: Janelle E. Fassi, M.S. (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Discussant: Christine A. Fruhauf, PhD, FGSA, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – Colorado State University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Yan-Jhu Su, MS – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Janelle E. Fassi, M.S. (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Shannon E. Jarrott, PhD, FGSA (she/her/hers) – The Ohio State University
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Skye N. Leedahl, PhD, FGSA, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Rhode Island
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Francesca Falzarano, PhD (she/her/hers) – Weill Cornell Medicine
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Friday, Nov 10th
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
    The Aging Professor of Gerontology: Mining the Platinum
    Location: Room 112
    Chair: Laura K.M Donorfio, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Co-Chair: Lyn M. Holley, MPA, PhD, FAGHE, EIC (she/her/hers) – University of Nebraska Omaha
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Laura K.M Donorfio, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Connecticut
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Lyn M. Holley, MPA, PhD, FAGHE, EIC (she/her/hers) – University of Nebraska Omaha
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Harvey L. Sterns, PhD FGSA FAPA FAPS FAGHE (he/him/his) – The University of Akron
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Joann M. Montepare, PhD, FGSA, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – Lasell University
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Friday, Nov 10th
    2:00 PM – 3:15 PM ET
    Factors That Influence Age Friendliness
    Location: Exhibit Hall West
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Friday, Nov 10th
    4:30 PM – 6:00 PM ET
    AGHE Faculty Award Presentations and Lectures
    Location: Florida Ballroom I Marriott
    Chair: Dana Bradley, Ph.D, FGSA, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – UMBC
    Award Lecturer: Lisa Borrero, PhD, FAGHE (she/her/hers) – University of Indianapolis
    Award Lecturer: Nasreen Sadeq, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of South Florida
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Saturday, Nov 11th
    8:00 AM – 9:30 AM ET
    Efforts to Improve Aging Services and Healthcare Provider Training and Delivery
    Location: Room 413
    Paper Session Chair: Pamela Elfenbein, MSW, PhD, FAGHE, HS-BCP – University of North Georgia
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Saturday, Nov 11th
    8:00 AM – 9:30 AM ET
    Flash Poster Session: Age-Friendly Systems
    Location: Florida Ballroom V Mariott
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Saturday, Nov 11th
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
    Older Adults and Caregivers as Partners in Patient- and Family-Centered Education
    Location: Room 123
    Chair: Jennifer J. Severance, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of North Texas Health Science Center
    Co-Chair: Diana Cervantes, MS, DrPH (she/her/hers) – University of North Texas Health Science Center
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Jennifer J. Severance, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of North Texas Health Science Center
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Janice Knebl, DO, MBA (she/her/hers) – UNTHSC
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Michelle Kimzey, PhD, RN – Texas Christian University (TCU)
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Sara Murphy, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of North Texas Health Science Center
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Diana Cervantes, MS, DrPH (she/her/hers) – University of North Texas Health Science Center
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Saturday, Nov 11th
    3:30 PM – 5:00 PM ET
    Flash Poster Session: Enhancing Aging Education
    Location: Florida Ballroom VI Mariott
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Saturday, Nov 11th
    3:30 PM – 5:00 PM ET
    Interventions to Improve Health and Quality of LIfe
    Location: Room 417
    Paper Session Chair: Giuliana Casanova, MSG, MSW, BA (she/her/hers) – University of Aveiro
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Saturday, Nov 11th
    5:30 PM – 7:00 PM ET
    Policy Series: Doctoral Programs in Gerontology: Providing Leadership in Policy and Aging
    Location: Room 109
    Chair: Edward A. Miller, PhD, MPA, FGSA (he/him/his) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Discussant: Brian Kaskie, PhD – College of Public Health, University of Iowa
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Edward A. Miller, PhD, MPA, FGSA (he/him/his) – University of Massachusetts Boston
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Lindsay J. Peterson, PhD – University of South Florida
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Kathleen H. Wilber, PhD, FGSA, FAGHE – University of South California
    Individual Symposium Abstract First Author: Jennifer M. Kinney, PhD (she/her/hers) – Miami University
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Sunday, Nov 12th
    8:00 AM – 9:30 AM ET
    Engaging Strategies in Classes, Communities, and Research
    Location: Room 120
    Paper Session Chair: Betsy E. Kemeny, PhD, CTRS, FDRT (she/her/hers) – Slippery Rock University
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Sunday, Nov 12th
    10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
    Intergenerational Health Promotion Projects With College Students
    Location: Room 121
    Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education
  • Sunday, Nov 12th
    10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
    Teaching and Learning Through Intergenerational Efforts
    Location: Room 123
    Paper Session Chair: Ramraj Gautam, PhD – University of Massachusetts Lowell
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