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PPC Student Authors Web Spotlight for Stimpson Center

While spending the summer interning at the Stimpson Center in Washington, DC, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Jessie Cleveland wrote a brief piece on Indian reactions to the pending China-Pakistan civilian nuclear deal titled, “India of Two Minds: Reactions to the Pending China-Pakistan Nuclear Deal”. This spotlight is now available online
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Name: Kate Speck
E-Mail: kspeck2@nebraska.edu
Phone: (402) 472-0501


Kate Speck has more than 28 years experience working in the field of addiction, including a Masters in Addiction Counseling. In the past Kate taught addictions counseling for eighteen years. Besides working in residential, outpatient and EAP settings, she has developed and directed addictions programs in Iowa , Louisiana , and in Nebraska . She has taught numerous undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology, theory and ethics, as well as teaching addictions courses at the college level.

Education

Ph.D., University of Nebraska, Community & Human Resources
M.A., University of Nebraska, Adult & Continuing Education
B.A., Doane College, Human Relations

Certifications

  • Licensed Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (LADC)
  • Master Addiction Counselor, National Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors (NAADAC)

Areas of Interest

Dr. Speck's interests include Substance Abuse, Motivational Interviewing, Workforce Development and Training.

Projects

Publications

  • Speck, K. (2005) A Grounded Theory of Volition in Recovery from Substance Abuse. Presented at CPPD in Orlando, FL
  • Speck, K. (1994, October) Volitional Aspects of Motivation. Presented at Midwest Research-to-Practice Conference in Norman, OK

Community Involvement

  • Advocate for Women involved with Child Protective Services
  • Volunteer, LMEP Young Families Program
  • Justice Behavioral Health Education Committee

Professional Activities

  • Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT)
  • National Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors (NAADAC)

Personal Information

Roller skating has always been a great sport for me and now I am an avid biking enthusiast due to my co-worker's encouragement!
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