College of Education and Behavioral Sciences News

Name: Thomas J. Gross

Department: Psychology

Job Title: Assistant Professor

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Courses Taught:

Graduate

Clinical Child Psychology: Theory & Intervention, PSY 545

Consultation in Educational & Mental Health Settings, PSY 645

Dissertation, PSY 799

Educational Statistics, EDFN 501

Practicum in Psychology, PSY 662

Psychological Perspectives on Classroom Behavior, PSY 519

Psychology of Learning, PSY 511

Psychopathology, PSY 640

Research Methods and Program Evaluation, PSY 514

Seminar in School Psychology, PSY 625

Specialist Project, PSY 699

Undergraduate

Abnormal Psychology, PSY 440

Psychology of Learning, PSY 331

Research Methods in Psychology, PSY 210

Statistics in Psychology, PSY 313

What is your professional and educational background?

MA in community counseling, previously licensed as a professional clinical counselor/therapist in multiple states. PhD in Educational Psychology, option in School Psychology.

I have worked in schools, community centers, and hospitals to provide behavioral services from birth through adulthood. I do really enjoy working to develop systems to address social supports for learners of all ages.

Why did you choose this field of study?

I like solving problems and coming up with new ideas for well-being of children and adolescents.

What do you love most about WKU?

WKU is a great place that focuses on student-centered activities. There is an abundance of students and colleagues that inspire me every day.

What is your favorite part about teaching?

The moment when a student comes up with an original idea after learning about an area they are interested in.