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Michael R. Benz

Professor, Special Education Program

Director, Center on Disability and Development

College of Education and Human Development

4225 Texas A&M University College Station, TX 77843-4225

Phone: 979-845-1372, Fax: 979-862-1256, Email: mbenz@tamu.edu

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Education Institution (Major Field)

Ph.D. University of Oregon (Special Education and Rehabilitation)

M.A. Chapman College (Education: Curriculum & Instruction)

B.S. California Lutheran College (Psychology)

Certification

Oregon Basic Secondary Teaching Credential (Social Studies) with Standard Mildly Handicapped Learner Endorsement

Management of Rehabilitation Programs, University of San Francisco

California State Standard Designated Teaching Credential in Mental Retardation

California State Standard Designated Teaching Credential in Adult Education

PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS

2005-present Director, Center on Disability and Development

College of Education and Human Development

Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

2008-2011 Chair, Special Education Program

Department of Educational Psychology

College of Education and Human Development

Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

2004-present Professor, Special Education

Department of Educational Psychology

Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

2004-2008 Head, Department of Educational Psychology

College of Education and Human Development

Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

2000-2004 Head, Special Education, School Psychology, & Early Intervention

College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

1996-2004 Director, Secondary Special Education & Transition Research Unit

College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

1994-2004 Professor (2001-2004) and Associate Professor (1994-2001)

College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

1988-1994 Associate Professor/Senior Research Associate (non-tenure line)

College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

1983-1988 Research Associate

College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

1980-1983 Graduate Teaching Fellow,

College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

1976-1980 Social Studies Teacher, Antelope Valley Night School

Antelope Valley Union High School District, Lancaster, CA

1975-1980 Special Education Teacher

Antelope Valley Union High School District, Lancaster, CA

1975-1980 Director, Desert Industries Rehabilitation Facility

Antelope Valley Association for Retarded Citizens and Antelope Valley Union High School District, Lancaster, CA

1976-1978 In-service Trainer, Department of Rehabilitation Administration

University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

1974-1975 Branch Coordinator, Antelope Valley and Santa Clarita Valley Branches, American Cancer Society, Reseda, CA

AREAS OF INTEREST

Secondary Education and Transition Services

Adolescents At-risk of School and Community Failure

SCHOLARSHIP

Refereed Journal Articles

Bowman-Perrott, L., Benz, M.R., Hsu, H.Y., Kwok, O., Eisterhold, L.A., & Zhang, D. (in press). Patterns and predictors of disciplinary exclusion over time: An analysis of the SEELS national data set. Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders.

Duran, J.B., Zhou, Q., Frew, L.A., Kwok, O., & Benz, M.R. (in press). Disciplinary exclusion and students with disabilities: The mediating role of social skills. Journal of Disability Policy Studies.

Frew, L.A., Zhou, Q., Duran, J.B., Kwok, O., & Benz, M.R. (in press). Effect of school-initiated parent outreach activities on parent involvement in school events. . Journal of Disability Policy Studies.

Flannery, K.B., Benz, M.R., Yovanoff, P., Kato, M.M., & Lindstrom, L.E. (2011). Predicting employment outcomes for consumers in community college short term training programs. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 54, 106-117.

Zhang, D., Hsu, H. Y., Kwok, O., Benz, M. R., & Bowman-Perrott, L. (2011). The impact of basic-level parent engagements on student achievement: Patterns associated with race/ethnicity and SES. Journal of Disability Policy Studies, 22, 28-39.

Zhang, D., Landmark, L.J., Reber, A., Hsien, Y.H., Kwok, O., & Benz, M.R. (2010). University faculty knowledge, beliefs, and practices in providing reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. Remedial and Special Education, 31, 261-275.

Cifuentes, L., Sharp, A., Bulu, S., Benz, M., & Stough, L.M. (2010). Developing a Web 2.0-based system with user-authored content for community use and teacher education. Educational Technology Research and Development, 58(4), 377-398.

Resch, J.A., Mireles, G., Benz, M.R., Grenwelge, C., Peterson, R., & Zhang, D. (2010). Giving parents a voice: A qualitative study of the challenges experienced by parents of children with disabilities. Rehabilitation Psychology, 55, 139-150.

Lindstrom, L., Flannery, K.B., Benz, M.R., Olszewski, B., & Slovic, R. (2009). Building employment training partnerships between vocational rehabilitation and community colleges. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 52, 189-201.

Flannery, K.B., Yovanoff, P., Benz, M.R., & McGrath Kato, M. (2008). Improving employment outcomes of individuals with disabilities through short-term postsecondary training. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 31, 26-36.

Williams-Diehm, K., & Benz, M.R. (2008). Where are they now? Lessons from a single school district follow-up study. Journal for Vocational Special Needs Education, 30(2), 4-15.

Flannery, K.B., Slovic, R., Benz, M.R., & Levine, E. (2007). Priorities and changing practices: Vocational rehabilitation and community colleges improving workforce development programs for people with disabilities. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 27, 141-151.

Zhang, D., & Benz, M.R. (2006). Enhancing self-determination of culturally-diverse students with disabilities: Current status and future directions. Focus on Exceptional Children, 38(9), 1-12. (Invited, peer reviewed article)

Benz, M.R., Lindstrom, L., Unruh, D., & Waintrup, M. (2004). Sustaining secondary transition programs in local schools. Remedial and Special Education, 25, 39-50. (Invited, peer reviewed article)

Lindstrom, L.E., Benz, M.R., & Doren, B. (2004). Expanding career options for young women with learning disabilities. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 27, 43-63.

Lindstrom, L.E., & Benz, M.R. (2002). Phases of career development: Case studies of young women with learning disabilities. Exceptional Children, 69, 67-83.

Bullis, M., Moran, T., Benz, M.R., Todis, B., & Johnson, M. (2002). Description and evaluation of the ARIES project: Achieving rehabilitation, individualized education, and employment success for adolescents with emotional disabilities. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 25, 41-58.

Benz, M.R., Lindstrom, L., & Yovanoff, P. (2000). Improving graduation and employment outcomes of students with disabilities: Predictive factors and student perspectives. Exceptional Children, 66, 509-529.

Benz, M.R., & Blalock, G. (1999). Enhancing student involvement in transition through community transition teams. The Journal for Vocational Special Needs Education, 21(3), 4-12. (Invited, peer reviewed article)

Benz, M.R., Lindstrom, L., & Latta, T. (1999). Improving collaboration between schools and vocational rehabilitation: The Youth Transition Program. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 13(1), 55-63.

Bullis, M., & Benz, M.R. (1998). Three service delivery components of community-based transition programs. Reaching Today’s Youth, 2(4), 64-68. (Invited, peer reviewed article)

Doren, B., & Benz, M.R. (1998). Employment inequality revisited: Predictors of better employment outcomes for young women in transition. The Journal of Special Education, 31, 425-442.

Benz, M.R., Doren, B., & Yovanoff, P. (1998). Crossing the great divide: Predicting productive engagement for young women with disabilities. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 21, 3-16.

Lindstrom, L.E., Benz, M.R., & Johnson, M.D. (1997). From coffee grounds to school grounds: An introduction to school-based enterprises. Teaching Exceptional Children, 29(4), 20-24.

Benz, M.R., Yovanoff, P., & Doren, B. (1997). School-to-work components that predict postschool success for students with and without disabilities. Exceptional Children, 63, 151-165.

Benz, M.R., & Kochhar, C.A. (1996). School-to-work opportunities for all students: A position statement of the Division on Career Development and Transition. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 19, 31-48. (Invited, peer reviewed article)

Lindstrom, L.E., Benz, M.R., & Johnson, M.D. (1996). Developing job clubs for students in transition. Teaching Exceptional Children, 29(2), 18-21.

Doren, B., Bullis, M., & Benz, M.R. (1996). Predictors of victimization experiences of adolescents with disabilities in transition. Exceptional Children, 63, 7-18.

Doren, B., Bullis, M., & Benz, M.R. (1996). Predicting arrest status of adolescents with disabilities in transition. Journal of Special Education, 29, 363-380.

Benz, M.R., Lindstrom, L.E., & Halpern, A.S. (1995). Mobilizing local communities to improve transition services. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 18, 21-32.

Benz, M.R., Johnson, D.K., Mikkelsen, K.S., & Lindstrom, L.E. (1995). Improving collaboration between schools and vocational rehabilitation: Stakeholder identified barriers and strategies. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 18, 133-144.

Halpern, A.S., Yovanoff, P., Doren, B., & Benz, M.R. (1995). Predicting participation of school-leavers with disabilities in post-secondary education. Exceptional Children, 62, 151-164.

Benz, M.R., & Halpern, A.S. (1993). Vocational and transition services needed and received by students with disabilities during their last year of high school. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 16, 197-211.

Halpern, A.S., Doren, B.E., & Benz, M.R. (1993). Job experiences of students with disabilities during their last two years of high school. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 16, 63-73.

Halpern, A.S., Benz, M.R., & Lindstrom, L. (1992). A systems change approach to improving secondary special education and transition programs at the local community level. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 15, 109-120.

Benz, M.R., & McAllister, M. (1990). Occupational and leisure preferences of older adults with mental retardation. Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 16, 233-244.

Benz, M.R., & Todd, A.W. (1990). Group versus individual instruction for teaching daily living skills to students with severe handicaps. Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 16, 81-95.

Benz, M. R., & Kennann, K. E. (1988). Educational experiences, needs, and interests of adults with mental retardation. Educational Gerontologist, 14, 509-523.

Bader, J.E., Hackman, R.M., Schwarz, I.E., Benz, M.R., Helphand, M., & Camp, D.J. (1988). Environmental influences and noncompliance: Multiple explanations of behavior. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation, 3, 52-61.

Benz, M. R., & Halpern, A. S. (1987). Transition services for secondary students with mild disabilities: A statewide perspective. Exceptional Children, 53, 507-514. (Invited, peer reviewed article)

Halpern, A. S., & Benz, M. R. (1987). A statewide examination of secondary special education for students with mild disabilities: Implications for the high school curriculum. Exceptional Children, 54, 122-129.

Benz, M., Close, D., & Halpern, A. (1986). Access to day programs and leisure activities by nursing home residents with mental retardation. Mental Retardation, 24, 147-152.

Benz, M. R., & Halpern, A. S. (1986). Vocational preparation for high school students with mild disabilities: A statewide study of administrator, teacher, and parent perceptions. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 9, 3-15.

Books and Published Curricula

Johnson, M., Bullis, M., Benz, M. & Hollenbeck, K. (2004). W.A.G.E.S. Working at Gaining Employment Skills: A job-related social skills curriculum for adolescents. Longmont, CO: Sopris West Educational Services.

Blalock, G., & Benz, M.R. (1999). Using community transition teams to improve transition services. Austin, TX: PRO-ED.

Benz, M.R., & Lindstrom, L.E. (1997). Building school-to-work programs: Strategies for youth with special needs. Austin, TX: PRO-ED.

Bullis, M., & Benz, M.R. (1997). Effective secondary/transition programs for adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders. Arden Hills, MN: Institute on Adolescents with Behavioral Disorders.

Slentz, K., Close, D., Benz, M., & Taylor, V. (1983). Community living assessment and teaching system: Self-care curriculum. Omro, WI: The Conover Company.

Slentz, K., Taylor, V., Benz, M., Close, D., & Wilson, D. (1983). Community living assessment and teaching system: Teacher’s manual. Omro, WI: The Conover Company.

Taylor, V., Close, D., Benz, M., & Slentz, K. (1983). Community living assessment and teaching system: Domestic curriculum. Omro, WI: The Conover Company.

Book Chapters

Lindstrom, L., Doren, B., Flannery, K.B., & Benz, M.R. (in press). Structured work experiences. In M.L. Wehmeyer & K.W. Webb (Eds.), Handbook of adolescent transition education for youth with disabilities. New York: Routledge.

Benz, M.R., & Blalock, G. (2009). Community transition teams as the foundation for transition services for youth with learning disabilities. In G. Blalock, J.R. Patton, P. Kohler & D. Bassett (Eds.), Transition and students with learning disabilities: Facilitating the movement from school to adult life (2nd ed., pp. 327-353). Austin, TX: PRO-ED.

Hasazi, S., Johnson, D., Thurlow, M., Cobb, B., Trach, J., Stodden, B., Leuchovius, D., Hart, D., Benz, M., DeStefano, L., & Grossi, T. (2005). Transitions from home and school to the roles and supports of adulthood. In K.C. Lakin & A. Turnbull. (Eds.), National goals and research for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Washington, DC: American Association on Mental Retardation.

Benz, M.R. (2002). Building school and community partnerships. In M. Bullis, & H.D. Fredericks (Eds.), Vocational and transition services for adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders: Strategies and best practices. Champaign-Urbana, IL: Research Press.

Doren, B., & Benz, M.R. (2001). Gender equity issues in the vocational and transition services and employment outcomes experienced by young women with disabilities. In H. Rousso & M.L. Wehmeyer (Eds.), Double jeopardy: Addressing gender equity issues in special education services. New York: SUNY Press.

Halpern, A.S., & Benz, M.R. (2001). The rise and fall of the Community Transition Team Model. In L. Cuban & J. Woodward (Eds.), Technology, curriculum, and professional development: Adapting schools to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press, Inc.

Other Educational Curricula and Training Guides

Hollenbeck, K., Benz, M., Bullis, M., & Lange, C. (2002). High School High Skill Project: Applied Technical Mathematics Curriculum in the Construction Trades. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Hollenbeck, K., Benz, M., Bullis, M., & Connolly, J. (2001). High School High Skill Project: Applied Technical Mathematics Curriculum in the Metals Manufacturing Industry. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Lindstrom, L., Benz, M., & Mikkelson, K. (1996). Strategies for Developing Transition Portfolios: Teacher’s Guide. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Mikkelson, K., Lindstrom, L., & Benz, M. (1996). Project REFER: Resource Guide for Transition Portfolios. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M., Lindstrom, L., & Mikkelson, K. (1995). Strategies for Improving the Coordination of School and Vocational Rehabilitation Assessment Practices: Teacher’s Guide. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Lindstrom, L., Benz, M., & Mikkelson, K. (1995). Strategies for Improving the Coordination of School and Vocational Rehabilitation Planning Procedures: Teacher’s Guide. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Lindstrom, L., Mikkelson, K., & Benz, M. (1995). Project REFER: Resource Guide for Coordinated Assessment and Planning. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M., Lindstrom, L., & Johnson, M. (1993). Youth Transition Program: Procedures Manual. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Johnson, D., Lindstrom, L., Lawson, J., & Benz, M. (1994). Youth Transition Program: Management Information System Manual. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M.R., Lindstrom, L.E., Halpern, A.S., & Rothstrom, R.S. (1991). Community Transition Team Model: Facilitator’s Manual. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Halpern, A.S., Lindstrom, L.E., Benz, M.R., & Nelson, D.J. (1991). Community Transition Team Model: Team Leader’s Manual. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Halpern, A.S., Lindstrom, L.E., Benz, M.R., & Rothstrom, R.S. (1991). Community Transition Team Model: Needs Assessment Instrument. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Lindstrom, L.E., Ard, W.R., Benz, M.R., & Halpern, A.S. (1991). Community Transition Team Model: Management Information System Manual. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Todd, A., Benz, M., & Ferguson, D. (1988). Integrated group instruction: Grouping and teaching strategies for students with severe disabilities. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Specialized Training Program.

Close, D., & Benz, M. (1983). Community living assessment and teaching system: Teacher training film. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Rehabilitation Research and Training Center in Mental Retardation.

Selected Research Reports

I have written more than 55 research reports, unpublished papers, and final project reports that have been disseminated nationwide upon request. Many of these products have provided the basis for other publications (e.g., refereed articles). Examples of these products are provided below.

Benz, M.R. (2010). University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (Final Report). College Station, TX: Texas A&M University, Center on Disability and Development.

Sharp, A.N., Garrison-Tate, J., & Benz, M.R. (2010). American Habilitation Services: Closure of Westside Development Center under the Money Follows the Person Initiative (Final Evaluation Report). College Station, TX: Texas A&M University, Center on Disability and Development.

Benz, M.R. (2004). Project SUSTAIN: Strategies for Understanding and Improving the Sustainability of Educational Innovations (Final Report). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M.R., and Bullis, M. (2004). The High School High Skill Project (Final Report). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Bullis, M., and Benz, M.R. (2004). Secondary and Transition Services for Youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance (Final Report). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M.R., & Lindstrom, L. (2000). Oregon’s Youth Transition Program: Decade Report. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M.R., Lindstrom, L, Unruh, D., & Waintrup, M. (1999). Sustaining educational innovations in secondary and transition: Case studies of six communities. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M.R., Johnson, D., & Lindstrom, L.E. (1997). Youth Transition Program Annual Report: Student and Program Outcomes in 1997. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M.R., Johnson, D., & Lindstrom, L.E. (1996). Youth Transition Program Annual Report: Student and Program Outcomes in 1996. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M.R., Johnson, D., & Lindstrom, L.E. (1995). Youth Transition Program Annual Report: Student and Program Outcomes in 1995. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M.R., Lindstrom, L.E., & Johnson, D. (1994). Overview of the Youth Transition Program. (Evaluation report for the National Institute for Work and Learning Site Visit). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M. & Johnson, D. (1993). Youth Transition Program: Employment Outcomes. (Report No. 1, Youth Transition Program). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M. (1993). Employment Outcomes of School-leavers With and Without Disabilities. (Report No. 15, Oregon Follow-Along Project Dissemination Series). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M. (1992). Vocational Instruction and Student Performance (Report No. 6, University of Oregon Follow-Along Project Dissemination Series). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M. (1992). Personal-Social Instruction and Student Performance (Report No. 8, University of Oregon Follow-Along Project Dissemination Series). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Secondary Special Education and Transition Programs.

Benz, M. (1988). Factors affecting the well-being of adults with mental retardation: Final report. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Rehabilitation Research and Training Center in Mental Retardation.

Halpern, A. S., & Benz, M. R. (1984). Toward excellence in secondary special education: A statewide study of Oregon's high school programs for students with mild disabilities. Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Rehabilitation Research and Training Center in Mental Retardation.

Benz, M., & Agosta, J. (1982). An examination of research on cost-effectiveness. In J. Agosta, M. Benz, M. Bullis, J. Carter, A. Neulicht, & E. Thorin (Eds.), Deinstitutionalization of persons with mental retardation: An analysis of the research literature (1965-1981). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Rehabilitation Research and Training Center in Mental Retardation.

Agosta, J., Benz, M., Bullis, M., Carter, J., Neulicht, A., & Thorin, E. (1982). Deinstitutionalization of persons with mental retardation: An analysis of the research literature (1965-1981). Eugene, OR: University of Oregon, Rehabilitation Research and Training Center in Mental Retardation.

Benz, M., & Bullis, M. (1982). Evaluation of the Vocational and Independent Living Skills Center, Eugene 4-J school district: Final report. Eugene, OR: Division of Special Education and Rehabilitation, University of Oregon.

External Funding for Research and Scholarship Activities

Since 1978, I have served as Project Director/Principal Investigator on 30 research and training projects (dates, agencies, and total funding amounts listed below). These grant-funded projects have been obtained through various federal, state, and local agencies, and to date have totaled $16.5 million dollars ($16,588,437).

Several of my projects have been collaborative efforts with state and local agencies, garnering additional direct funding of my training, research, and demonstration activities. One such project -- the Oregon Youth Transition Program (YTP) -- received $44 million in direct funding during the years I served as Director (1990-2004). The YTP is a nationally recognized school-to-work transition model that has operated since 1990 in 85% of all high schools in Oregon.

In addition, during the years I directed the YTP, the statewide YTP network served as a research and development laboratory not just for my own work but also for the work of my colleagues who were conducting their own lines of research. In the 10 years between 1994 and 2004, the YTP network of schools was used in 17 grant applications submitted by my colleagues that totaled over $10 million ($10,198,925). Seven of these 17 applications were funded for a total $4,884,752; a grant submission success rate of 41%.

Benz, M. (PI). 2010-2015. University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Administration on Developmental Disabilities, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. [$2,650,000]

Benz, M. (PI). 2005-2010. University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Administration on Developmental Disabilities, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. [$2,200,000]

Benz. M. (PI), Sharp A. (Co-PI), & Cifuentes, L. (Co-PI). 2008. Directory of Community Resources, Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. [$51,036]

Zhang, D. (PI), Reber, A. (Co-PI), & Benz, M. (Co-PI). 2005-2008. Demonstration Projects to Ensure Students with Disabilities Receive a Higher Education, Office of Postsecondary Education, U.S. Department of Education. [$937,536]

Benz, M. (PI). 2003-2005. Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Oregon Department of Human Services. [$400,041]

Flannery, B. (PI), & Benz, M. (Co-PI). 2001-2006. Model Demonstrations to Increase Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities, Rehabilitation Services Administration, U.S. Department of Education. [$1,289,978]

Benz, M. (PI), & Hollenbeck, K. (Co-PI). 2001-2005. Model Demonstration Projects, Focus Area 3: Agency Participation in Transition, Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education. [$719,968]

Benz, M. (PI), & Bullis, M. (Co-PI). 1998-2004. Model Demonstration Projects for Children with Disabilities, Secondary School Services, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education [$686,549]

Benz, M. (PI). 2001-2003. Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division, Oregon State Department of Human Resources. [$400,041]

Benz, M. (PI), & Lindstrom, L (Co-PI). 1997-2003. Directed Research Projects, Sustainability of Educational Innovations, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$969,707]

Bullis, M. (PI), & Benz, M. (Co-PI). 1996-2002. Programs for Children & Youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$685,952]

Benz, M. (PI). 1999-2001. Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division, Oregon State Department of Human Resources. [$770,052]

Benz, M. (PI), & Bullis, M. (Co-PI). 1998-1999. Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation & Oregon Youth Authority, Oregon State Department of Human Resources. [$81,809]

Benz, M. (PI). 1997-1999. Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division, Oregon State Department of Human Resources. [$504,782]

Benz, M. (PI), & Lindstrom, L. (Co-PI). 1995-1998. Secondary Education and Transition Services, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$327,602]

Benz, M. (PI). 1995-1997. Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division, Oregon State Department of Human Resources. [$282,036]

Benz, M. (PI). 1993-1995. Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division, Oregon State Department of Human Resources. [$241,431]

Benz, M. (PI). 1992-1997. Secondary Education and Transition Services, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$630,200]

Benz, M. (PI). 1992-1996. Department of Personnel Preparation, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$572,918]

Benz, M. (PI). 1992-1993. Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division, Oregon State Department of Human Resources. [$12,480]

Benz, M. (PI). 1990-1993. Department of Personnel Preparation, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$399,672]

Benz, M. (PI). 1989-1992. Secondary Education and Transition Services, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$474,132]

Benz, M. (PI), & Halpern, A. (Co-PI). 1983-1988. National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$275,000]

Benz, M. (PI), & Halpern, A. (Co-PI). 1983-1988. National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, U.S. Department of Education. [$200,000]

Benz, M. (PI). 1984-1987. Field Initiated Research Projects, National Institute on Handicapped Research, U.S. Department of Education. [$292,111]

Benz, M. (PI). 1984-1987. Field Initiated Research Projects, National Institute on Handicapped Research, U.S. Department of Education. [$253,404]

Halpern, A. (PI), & Benz, M. (Co-PI). 1983-1984. Special Education Program, Oregon Department of Education. [$50,000]

Benz, M. (PI), & Bullis, M. (Co-PI). 1982. Eugene 4J School District. [$5,000]

Benz, M. (PI). 1978-1980. California Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. [$225,000]

Distinctions/Recognitions Related to Research and Scholarship Activities

1999 Recipient Oliver P. Kostoe Award from the Division on Career Development and Transition, Council for Exceptional Children, for outstanding national contribution to the advancement of career development and transition

1996 Youth Transition Program featured by the National School-to-Work Office, U.S. Departments of Labor and Education, in a Resource Bulletin titled “Serving Youth with Disabilities Within School-to-Work Systems” distributed nationwide and on the STW home page (http//stw.)

1995 Youth Transition Program selected for noteworthy contributions to the improvement of educational programs for youth with special needs by the Oregon Association of Vocational and Special Needs Personnel

1995 Youth Transition Program selected as an “educational program that works” by Office of Educational Research and Innovation, U.S. Department of Education, after an evaluation by a national panel of program evaluation experts

1994 Youth Transition Program selected as an “exemplary school-to-work model” by U.S. Department of Education; one of 12 programs selected nationwide out of over 200 nominations

Selected Presentations

I have made more than 100 presentations to local, state, regional, national, and international organizations. These presentations relate directly to my ongoing program of research and scholarship. Examples of these activities since 1990 are provided below.

National/International Presentations

Lund, E.M., Sharp, A.S., & Benz, M.R. (November, 2011). Aggie Ability Awareness (A3): Creating Awareness and Knowledge about Disability on Campus. Association of University Centers on Disability Annual Meeting, Washington, DC.

Frew, L.A., Bowman-Perrott, L., & Benz, M.R. (September, 2011). Repeated Disciplinary Exclusion of Students with Behavior Disorders. 9th Biennial International Conference on Children and Youth with Behavior Disorders. New Orleans, LA.

Blake, J.J., Kim, E.S., Lund, E.M., & Benz, M.R. (August, 2011). The Forgotten Minority: Exploring Prevalence Rates for Victimization in Children with Disabilities. American Psychological Association Annual Conference. Washington, DC.

Bowman-Perrott, L., Eisterhold, L., Benz, M. (April, 2010). Patterns and Predictors of Disciplinary Exclusion Among Students with Disabilities. Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention, Nashville, TN.

Eisterhold, L., & Benz, M. (October, 2009). Disciplinary Déjà Vu: Factors Predicting Repeated Disciplinary Exclusion. Division on Career Development and Transition, 15th International Conference, Council for Exceptional Children, Savannah, GA.

Resch, A., Mireles, G., & Benz, M. (November, 2008). Giving Parents a Voice: A Qualitative Study on the Stress and Challenges Parents of Children with Disabilities Experience. Association of University Centers on Disability Annual Meeting, Washington, DC.

Sharp, A., Stough, L., Benz, M., & Resch, A. (November, 2008). A Directory of Community Resources: An Online Directory Based on the Wiki Technology. Association of University Centers on Disability Annual Meeting, Washington, DC.

Flannery, B., & Benz, M. (April, 2006). Achieving Postschool Employment Success Through Postsecondary Training: Student Outcomes and Predictive Factors. Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention, Salt Lake City, UT.

Flannery, B., & Benz, M. (October, 2005). Earning for a Lifetime: Postsecondary employment success through college technical programs. Division on Career Development and Transition, 13th International Conference, Council for Exceptional Children, Albuquerque, NM.

Benz, M., & Lindstrom, L. (April, 2004). Strategies for Implementing and Sustaining Quality Transition Programs in Local Schools. Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention, New Orleans, LA

Flannery, B., & Benz, M. (April, 2004). Earning for a Lifetime: Accessing Short-term Training Options at Community Colleges. Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention, New Orleans, LA.

Benz, M., & Lindstrom, L. (October, 2003). Sustaining Quality Transition Programs: What Do Schools Need to Know and Do? Division on Career Development and Transition 12th International Conference, Council for Exceptional Children, Roanoke, VA.

Flannery, B., & Benz, M. (October, 2003). Community Colleges as an Option for Post-secondary Occupational Training: The Earning for a Lifetime Model. 12th International Conference, Division on Career Development and Transition, Council for Exceptional Children, Roanoke, VA.

Benz, M. (July, 2003). Critical Reform and Inclusion Issues for Youth with Disabilities in Secondary Education and Transition: The High School High Skill Project. (Invited Presentation). A Capacity Building Institute for Secondary and Transition Researchers co-sponsored by the National Center on Secondary Education and Transition and the Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC.

Benz, M. (April, 2000). Transition Curriculum, Benchmarks, Standards, and the Individualized Education Program: Can We Do It All? (Invited Panel Presentation). Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention, Vancouver, BC.

Benz, M. (April, 2000). Promoting Success for Secondary Students with Emotional/Behavioral Needs: Research-Based Strategies for Administrators. (Invited Panel Presentation). Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention, Vancouver, BC.

Benz, M., & Halpern, A. (October, 1999). Federal Funding Trends for Transition Projects. 10th International Conference, Division on Career Development and Transition, Council for Exceptional Children, Charleston, SC.

Benz, M. (July, 1999). Transition from Secondary to Postsecondary Education Settings. (Invited Presentation). Research Project Director’s Meeting, Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC.

Benz, M. (April, 1999). Building Our Schools’ Capacity to Meet Students’ Emotional and Behavioral Needs: OSEP Research Projects. (Invited Panel Presentation). Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention, Charlotte, NC.

Benz, M. (February, 1999). What Makes a Difference? School-to-Work Strategies Associated with Better Education and Employment Outcomes for Youth with Disabilities. 15th Annual Pacific Rim Conference, Hawaii.

Benz, M. (February, 1999). Factors Associated with Better Employment Outcomes for Youth with Mental Retardation. 6th International MRDD Conference, Hawaii.

Benz, M., & Lindstrom, L. (January, 1999). Investigating the Sustainability of Educational Innovations in Secondary and Transition Services. Research Project Directors Meeting, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC.

Benz, M. (October, 1998). Status on Youth Employment and Wellness: What We Know. (Invited Expert Panel Participant). National Policy Forum co-sponsored by the Social Security Administration, National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, and Maternal and Child Health Bureau, Washington, DC.

Benz, M. (October, 1998). Workforce Inclusion: From Barriers to Bridges. (Invited Presenter and Panel Participant). National Conference co-sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, Department of Health and Human Services, and Social Security Administration, Washington, DC.

Benz, M. (June, 1998). School-to-Work Strategies Across Two States: Findings from the Youth Transition Program Outreach Project. (Presenter and Panel Moderator). National Transition Alliance Project Directors Meeting, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC.

Benz, M., & Lindstrom, L. (January, 1998). Strategies for Understanding and Sustaining Educational Innovations in Secondary and Transition Services. Research Project Directors Meeting, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC.

Lindstrom, L., & Benz, M. (October, 1997). Students Talk About Transition. 9th International Conference, Division on Career Development and Transition, Council for Exceptional Children, Scottsdale, AZ.

Benz, M., & Lindstrom, L. (October, 1995). Are You Kidding? Strategies for Improving Collaboration Between Schools and Vocational Rehabilitation. 8th International Conference, Division on Career Development and Transition, Council for Exceptional Children, Raleigh, NC.

Benz, M. (April, 1995). Mobilizing Local Community Resources to Improve Transition Services and Outcomes: Statewide Experiences in Oregon and Arizona. (Panel Moderator and Presenter). Council for Exceptional Annual Convention, Indianapolis, IN.

Benz, M. (August, 1994). School-to-Work Transition and Youth with Disabilities. (Invited Presentation). National Leadership Conference on School-to-Work Transition. Sponsored Jointly by the National Institute on Work and Learning and Jobs for the Future, Washington, DC.

Halpern, A., & Benz, M. (March, 1994). Identifying Transition Needs and Improving Transition Outcomes for Adolescents with Learning Disabilities. 31st Annual International Conference, Learning Disabilities Association, Washington, DC.

Benz, M. (April, 1993). School-to-Work Transition and School Reform: Accomplishments and Lessons from Oregon's Youth Transition Program. (Panel Moderator and Presenter). Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention; San Antonio, TX; April, 1993.

Benz, M. (August, 1992). Achieving Systems Change in Transition Through Local Community Teams: International Perspectives and Experiences. (Symposium Moderator and Presenter). 9th World Congress, International Association for the Scientific Study of Mental Deficiency; Brisbane, Australia.

Benz, M. (August, 1992). High School Experiences and Accomplishments of Students with Mental Retardation. (Symposium Moderator and Presenter). 9th World Congress, International Association for the Scientific Study of Mental Deficiency; Brisbane, Australia.

Benz, M. (August, 1992). Quality of Life Outcomes Experienced by School Leavers with Mental Retardation. 9th World Congress, International Association for the Scientific Study of Mental Deficiency; Brisbane, Australia.

Regional/State Presentations

Benz, M. (July, 2003). Establishing and Using a Collaborative Framework for Transition Service Delivery. (Invited Keynote Presentation). Michigan Transition Institute, Michigan Department of Education, Grand Rapids, MI.

Benz, M. (July, 2003). Community Transition Councils and Memos of Understanding: Effective Elements in a Collaborative Framework. (Invited Presentation). Michigan Transition Services Project, Michigan Department of Education, Grand Rapids, MI.

Benz, M. (November, 1998). What Makes a Difference? School-to-Work Transition Strategies Associated with Better Education and Employment Outcomes for Youth with Disabilities. (Invited Presentation). Transition and Supported Employment Conference sponsored by South Carolina Department of Education, Charleston, SC.

Lindstrom, L., & Benz, M. (May, 1997). Student and Program Outcomes Associated with the Oregon Youth Transition Program. Oregon Department of Education Summit on School-to-Work, Salem, OR.

Benz, M. (May, 1995). Oregon’s Youth Transition Program: Improving Opportunities for Youth with Disabilities. President’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities -- 48th Annual Conference, Portland, OR.

Halpern, A., & Benz, M. (March, 1994). Improving Transition Outcomes in Local Communities Statewide. (Conference Facilitator and Presenter). Arizona Department of Education Annual Leadership Institute, Phoenix, AZ.

Benz, M. (February, 1994). Building Educational Partnerships to Improve School Outcomes. (Strand Leader). (Four panel presentations on developing local school:community partnerships. Each panel focused on a different target group: (1) families, (2) employers, (3) post-secondary education programs, and (4) community service agencies.) The Oregon Conference; Eugene, OR.

Benz, M. (October, 1993). Schools and Communities Working Together for (a) Change: Oregon's Youth Transition Program. 7th International Conference, Division for Career Development and Transition, Council for Exceptional Children, Albuquerque, NM.

Halpern, A., & Benz, M. (November, 1991). Building Bridges: The Community Transition Team Model. In-service workshop sponsored by the Kansas Department of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Kansas Department of Education, Salina, KS.

Halpern, A., & Benz, M. (May, 1991). The Oregon Follow-Along Project: Collecting and Using Evaluation Information to Improve Special Education Programs Statewide. Oregon Department of Education Meeting of Community Transition Team Network; Salem, OR.

Benz, M. (January, 1991). A Systems Change Approach to Improving Transition Services and Programs. (Keynote Address). Arizona Department of Education Annual Conference; Phoenix, AZ.

Benz, M., & Halpern, A. (January, 1991). The Nevada Follow-Along Project: Collecting and Using Follow-Along Information to Improve Nevada's Special Education Programs Statewide. Nevada Department of Education Annual Meeting of County Transition Team Leaders; Reno, NV.

Benz, M. (June, 1990). Strategies for Local Change and Statewide Impact. (Opening Address). Regional Transition Conference Sponsored by the State Departments of Education and Vocational Rehabilitation in all Region X States.

TEACHING AND OUTREACH

Teaching: Undergraduate/Graduate Courses (On-campus)

EDUC 407 Professional Issues Seminar: Family & Community Services

SPED 430/530 Introduction to Exceptionalities

SPED 410/510 School to Careers

SPED 442/542 Vocational Methods for Students with Mild Disabilities

SPED 607 Seminar: Issues in Special Education

SPED 607 Seminar: Issues in Secondary and Postsecondary Special Education

SPED 607 Facilitating Transitions from School to the Community

SPED 607 Doctoral Seminar

SPED 609 Research Practicum

SPED 609 Teaching Practicum: Handicapped Learner I

SPED 609 Teaching Practicum: Handicapped Learner II

SPED 610 Adolescent Development and Transition Issues

SPED 610 Transition Assessment and Planning

SPED 646 Program/Classroom Management

SPED 625 Final Supervised Field Experience

Teaching: Undergraduate/Graduate Courses (Off-campus Continuing Professional Education)

SPED 408/508 Group Instruction Strategies

SPED 408/508 School to Community Transitions

SPED 408/508 Transitioning Youth with Mild Disabilities

SPED 409/609 Field-based Practicum: Youth Transitions

In-service Training: Outreach Activities Related to Continuing Professional Education

In addition to formal coursework, I have developed and delivered numerous outreach activities (in-service training workshops & on-site technical assistance) to improve the knowledge and skills of professional and paraprofessional practitioners in education and rehabilitation. These outreach activities have occurred nationally and throughout the state of Oregon. They are extensions of my research and scholarship activities, and often they have been conducted with colleagues working on my research and development projects. Recent selected examples of these outreach activities are presented below.

National/Regional Training Activities (all invited)

Improving Secondary School-to-Community Transition for Students with Disabilities Through Collaborative Service Delivery. Three-day workshop for local education personnel sponsored by the Michigan Transition Services Project, Michigan Department of Education, Grand Rapids, MI; July 2003; 400 participants.

Aligning Academic and Transition Standards. Two-day workshop for county education personnel sponsored by the Sacramento County Office of Education, Sacramento, CA; March 2003; 30 participants.

Career Development Strategies for Young Women with Disabilities. Two-day workshop for local education personnel sponsored by the Equity for Young Women with Disabilities Project at Montana State University, Billings, MT; September 2002; 25 participants.

Addressing the Transition Needs of Young Women with Disabilities. Two-day workshop for local education personnel sponsored by the Equity for Young Women with Disabilities Project at Montana State University, Billings, MT; November 1999; 20 participants.

Using Community Transition Teams to Improve School:Community Collaboration. Two-day workshop for state and local education and community agency personnel sponsored by the Florida Department of Education and the University of Florida, Orlando, FL; October, 1999; 30 participants.

Improving Transition Service Systems for Youth with Disabilities. Two-day workshop for state and local education personnel sponsored by the Arizona Department of Education and Arizona State University-West, Sedona, AZ; March, 1999; 55 participants.

Developing and Sustaining Innovations in Transition. Three-day workshop for state personnel sponsored by the Arizona Department of Education and the Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration, Phoenix, AZ; December 1998; 19 participants.

Implementing School-to-Work Programs for Youth with Disabilities and Other Special Needs. Two-day workshop for school district and rehabilitation personnel sponsored by the Arizona Department of Education and the Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration, Phoenix, AZ; July 1998; 55 participants.

Community-based Work Instruction to Improve Student Outcomes. Pre-conference workshop attached to the Annual Statewide Transition Conference sponsored by Auburn University and the Alabama Department of Education, Auburn, AL; January 1998; 110 participants.

Including Youth with Disabilities in Statewide School-to-Work Systems: A National Forum. Three-day workshop for state and local personnel from 29 states sponsored by the National Transition Alliance for Youth with Disabilities, Academy for Educational Development, Washington, DC; September 1997; 135 participants.

Implementing School-to-Work Programs for Youth with Disabilities and Other Special Needs. Three-day workshop for school district and rehabilitation personnel sponsored by the Arizona Department of Education and the Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration, Phoenix, AZ; October 1996; 60 participants.

Implementing Community-based Transition Programs for Youth with Disabilities. Three-day workshop for school district and rehabilitation personnel sponsored by the Alabama Department of Education and the Alabama Division of Rehabilitation Services, Montgomery, AL; May 1996; 35 participants.

Oregon Outreach Activities

2003/2004 school year: 1 statewide workshop (2 days) and 4 regional workshops (1 day each across Oregon) on (a) building school:community partnerships, and (b) designing and delivering comprehensive secondary and transition programs; 160 participants total.

2002/2003 school year: 2 statewide workshops (2 days each) and 6 regional workshops (1 day each across Oregon) on (a) working collaboratively with community agencies, and (b) designing and delivering effective transition services in school and community settings; 247 participants total.

2001/2002 school year: 3 statewide workshops (2 days each) and 4 regional workshops (1 day each across Oregon) on (a) collaborating with vocational rehabilitation, (b) coordinating school and rehabilitation assessment and planning activities, and (c) providing community-based transition services; 337 participants total.

2000/2001 school year: 2 statewide workshops (2 days each) and 6 regional workshops (1 day each across Oregon) on (a) designing and delivering community-based instruction, (b) including youth with disabilities in local school-to-work programs, and (c) building school:community partnerships; 300 participants total.

1999/2000 school year: 5 statewide workshops (3 two-day & 2 one-day workshops) and 6 regional workshops (1 day each across Oregon) on (a) building school:community partnerships, (b) coordinating school and rehabilitation assessment/planning procedures, and (c) designing and delivering employment and transition education programs in school and community settings; 435 participants total.

1998/1999 school year: 1 statewide workshop (2 days) and 5 regional workshops (1 day each across Oregon) on (a) building school:community partnerships, and (b) designing and delivering comprehensive secondary and transition programs; 180 participants total.

1997/1998 school year: 2 statewide workshops (2 days each) and 12 regional workshops (1 day each) on (a) developing transition portfolios with students, (b) coordinating school and rehabilitation assessment/planning procedures, (c) conducting community-based instruction, and (d) including youth with disabilities in local school-to-work programs; 410 participants total.

SERVICE

Editor/Editorial Boards

2009-present Editorial Board Member, Journal of Disability Policy Studies

2007-present Editorial Board Member, Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation

2003-2010 Associate Editor, Exceptional Children

1997-2000 Co-Editor, Career Development for Exceptional Individuals

1996-2003 Field Reviewer, Exceptional Children

Institutional Service Activities

University Service

1996-1998 Member, University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Committee

1994-1995 Member, University of Oregon Teacher Education Committee

1991-1995 Member, University of Oregon Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects

College Service

2000-2003 Member, Area Head Council

2000-2003 Member, Research Council

2000-2003 Dean’s Advisory Council

1999-2000 Member, Search Committee, Assistant Professor in Middle/Secondary Education, Department of Educational Leadership, Technology, and Administration, College of Education

1995-1998 Member, College of Education ad hoc Committee to redesign middle/secondary general and special education teacher preparation programs

1992-1997 Unit Reviewer, College of Education Human Subjects Review Process

1994-1996 Member, College of Education Educational Studies Design Team, Family and Community Services Option

1989-1990 Chair, College of Education ad hoc Committee to develop joint HLE/Master's program between University of Oregon and Eastern Oregon State College

Departmental Service

2003-present Chair, Special Education Master’s/Licensure Committee

1997-2000 Chair, Licensure/Master’s Committee, Department of Special Education & Community Resources

1990-1997 Member, HLE/Master's Committee, Special Education Area

1994-1995 Member, Bureau of Education and Research Task Force, Division of Learning and Instructional Leadership

1993-1995 Chair, Task Force to Design a Financial Management and Accounting System for Research Grants, Division of Learning and Instructional Leadership

1993-1995 Member, Executive Council, Division of Learning and Instructional Leadership

1993-1995 Chair, Research Council, Division of Learning and Instructional Leadership

1993-1995 Member, Faculty Personnel Council, Division of Learning and Instructional Leadership

1986-1989 Member, Special Education Doctoral Committee, Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation

Professional Service Activities: National Level

2000-2004 Member, Expert Evaluation Panel for IDEA - Part D Programs, Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education

2000-2004 Resource Advisory Team Member, National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET)

1999-2004 Member, Grant Peer Review Standing Panel, Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education

1998-2002 On-line Expert, Secondary and Transition Services, National Center on Secondary Education and Transition and U.S. Department of Education

1999 Member, External Evaluation Site Review Team, Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education

1998-2001 Member, Product Development and Dissemination Design Team, Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education

1994-2000 Member, Executive Board, Division on Career Development and Transition

1987-1988 Member, Quality of Life Task Force, Administration on Developmental Disabilities, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Professional Service Activities: State and Local Levels

1989-2004 State Co-Manager, Oregon Youth Transition Program, A statewide school-to-work collaborative service delivery model co-managed by Oregon Department of Education, Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division, and University of Oregon

1999-2001 State Co-manager, Project SUPPORT, A multi-agency initiative to improve the transition services and outcomes for youth leaving Oregon’s juvenile correctional facilities co-managed by the Oregon Youth Authority, Oregon Department of Education, Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division, and University of Oregon.

1997-2001 Member, State Advisory Council, Oregon Transition Support Initiative

1997-2001 Member, Lane County Education Design Team

1996-2001 Member, Proficiency Skills Committee, Lane County Education Design Team

1995-1997 Member, School-to-Work Alliance Steering Committee, Oregon Department of Education

1993-1997 Member, Advisory Board, Education Evaluation Center Project on Functional Assessment, Western Oregon State College

1992-1997 Member, Management Team, Oregon Statewide Transition Systems Change Project, Oregon Department of Education

1988-1993 Member, Adult Basic and Secondary Education Advisory Committee, Lane Community College, Eugene, OR

1991-1992 Member, Transition Taskforce, Oregon Department of Human Resources, Vocational Rehabilitation Division

1987-1989 Advisory Board Member, Technical Assistance Brokerage, Oregon Supported Employment Initiative, Oregon Department of Education and the Oregon Mental Health Division

1986-1988 Advisory Board Member and Technical Consultant, Senior Center Project, Garten Foundation, Salem, OR

1982-1984 Member, Work Experience Taskforce, Eugene 4J School District

1979-1980 Consultant and In-Service Trainer, Career/Vocational Education Department, Los Angeles County Special Education Unit, Lancaster, CA

1978-1980 Director, Desert Industries, Antelope Union High School District and Antelope Valley Association for Retarded Citizens, Lancaster, CA

1978-1980 Co-founder and Board Member, Sunshine Industries Marketing Cooperative

1976-1980 Member, Liaison Committee, Antelope Valley Association for Retarded Citizens and Los Angeles County Special Education Unit, Lancaster, CA

1976-1980 Member, Antelope Valley Health Planning Council, Lancaster, CA

1976-1979 Chair, Residential Services Continuum Committee, North Los Angeles County Regional Center, Van Nuys, CA

Updated December 2011

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