Counseling, Consultation, & Psychotherapy Services (CCPS)

CCPS Associate

Jocelyn M. Bennett, M.Ed.

Jocelyn M. Bennett's professional experience has connected her with students, parents, educators, and corporate leaders throughout the United States. She has worked with many secondary and university students in the areas of career, academic, and clinical counseling. With her extensive knowledge, experience, and understanding of issues and challenges of diverse populations, Jocelyn has served as a consultant to Fortune 500 companies, assisting them in developing effective diversity recruitment and retention employment strategies. She has been instrumental in developing various multicultural programs, training initiatives, and curriculum modules focused on educating all populations, including students, faculty, and staff, about the importance and benefits of multiculturalism. In addition, Jocelyn serves on several diversity committees focused on maintaining, evaluating, and advocating for diversity initiatives. Jocelyn is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Counselor Education, with interests in multicultural counseling, diversity training, career development, and parent education.

Education

		Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University, expected 2007, in Counselor Education
		M.Ed., The Pennsylvania State University, 1988, in Counselor Education
		B.S., The Pennsylvania State University, 1986, in Psychology

Experience

		The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA: Director, Diversity Enhancement Programs, The Smeal College of Business
		The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA: Academic Advisor, The Smeal College of Business
		Lock Haven University, Lock Haven, PA: Clinical Counselor

Service Awards

		Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Outstanding Service to the Penn State Community (2002)
		The Fred Brand, Jr. Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Advising, The Smeal College of Business Administration, The Pennsylvania State University (2001, 1999, & 1998)
		The Jocelyn M. Bennett Award for Outstanding Contributions to Diversity, START-Striving Towards Awareness and Respect for Tomorrow Conference, The Smeal College of Business Administration, The Pennsylvania State University (First recipient, 1999)

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