John Umbreit has spent over 40 years supporting the development of future faculty who are critical thinkers and who are dedicated to serving children with special needs. His expertise includes severe/multiple disabilities, behavior analysis, and positive behavioral support. His research focuses on functional assessment-based intervention and PBIS in natural environments. He has co-authored textbooks and other scholarly writings used widely in university programs, and co-directs a web-based training curriculum for behavioral specialists in schools. In 2010, he received the Most Outstanding Teaching/Mentoring Award from the University of Arizona College of Education. In 2019, he received the Outstanding Leadership Award from the Council for Children with Behavioral Disorders (CCBD) division of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).
The purpose of the new John Umbreit Doctoral Research Award is to support future leaders in his field. An award of $1,000 will be presented annually at the Teacher Educators for Children with Behavior Disorders (TECBD) conference. TECBD is the premier educational research conference for teacher educators working with children and youth with severe behavioral disorders. Eligible applicants are those who are enrolled in an accredited doctoral program, have finished at least two years of doctoral study, and who are actively engaged in research.
This award is managed by CCBD, a non-profit, tax-exempt organization as classified under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Your donation may be deductible to the extent permitted by law. CCBD’s federal tax identification number is 54-1777499.
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This award is a gift from colleagues, friends, and family to celebrate his work and honor his legacy beyond retirement.
Thank you for your support and celebration of John’s incredible career!
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