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About us - CYE

Mission Statement

CYE is dedicated to the advancement of successful educational and postsecondary outcomes for underserved and at‐risk youth through integrated research, technical assistance, and community service activities. The CYE will support the maximal growth of at‐risk youth through research activities and by developing and fostering collaborative partnerships with schools, institutions, organizations and agencies at the local, state, and national level that serve this population of young people.

The CYE serves youth placed at risk including (1) youth with mental health, behavioral, and/or intellectual disabilities; (2) youth from impoverished urban and rural areas; (3) youth in social service systems including residential care, institutional settings, and foster care; (4) youth from diverse backgrounds and youth with limited or poor English language skills; (5) youth who have experienced school failure or have dropped out of school; (6) court-involved youth; (7) youth who have been victims of abuse or neglect; (8) youth who have alcohol and / or substance abuse problems; and (9) any other youth who are considered “at-risk” for negative school and post‐school outcomes.

Faculty and staff

Michael Krezmien

Professor
Director, Center for Youth Engagement
Program Coordinator, Special Education

Dr. Michael Krezmien is the Director of the Center for Youth Engagement and a professor in Special Education at the College of Education.

Krezmien

Sarah Fefer

Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development
Professor

Professor Sarah Fefer's research and clinical interests involve supporting students with challenging behavior across home and school contexts.

Fefer

John C. Carey

Professor Emeritus
Director Emeritus, Center for Counseling Outcome Research & Evaluation

Dr. John Carey has expertise in the development and evaluation of interventions to promote self-direction and engagement of children and youths.

John C. Carey

Alexandra Lauterbach

Professor

Dr. Alexandra A. Lauterbach is interested in learning how dimensions of teacher cognition influence teacher quality and achievement of students with SLD.

Lauterbach

Craig Wells

Professor
Associate Director for the Center for Educational Assessment

Dr. Wells is a Professor in the Research and Evaluation Methods Program and also the Associate Director in the Center for Educational Assessment.

C.Wells

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