Evans Named OHIO’s Fall 2019 Commencement Speaker

Dr. Steven Evans

From Ohio University News

Ohio University announced that Dr. Steven Evans, will serve as its 2019 Fall Commencement speaker on Dec. 14.

Evans is Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Co-Director of the Center for Intervention Research in Schools in the College of Arts & Sciences.

“Dr. Evans’ work and research have had a national impact in the field of childhood mental health and treatment for adolescents with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder,” said President M. Duane Nellis. “His experience and knowledge are sure to serve as inspiration to our new graduates as they embark upon their future.”

Evans is a professor of psychology at OHIO and serves as co-director of the Center for Intervention Research in Schools, a center dedicated to improving the lives of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral problems through school-based interventions and supports. Through his work, Evans has made a commitment to providing high-quality training experiences that prepare undergraduate and graduate students to conduct interdisciplinary treatment outcome research and become effective practitioners. He is also the editor of the journal School Mental Health.

“Dr. Evans is a groundbreaking researcher and an exceptional professor. He is making a difference every day in schools with his research and will serve as inspiration for our newest class of graduates,” said Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Chaden Djalali. “I look forward to hearing his advice for our graduates at OHIO’s Fall Commencement.”

Read more at Ohio University News.

The story also appeared in the Post.