The Graduate Student Experience: Positive Support and Networking (Not Eligible for CEs)
Focus Groups (Not eligible for Continuing Education)
Gina Astuto
Current student at the George Washington University
Jenny Christakos
Seraiah Simmons
Seraiah educated brilliant students on the fundamentals of art in the public school system for 5 years. She now dedicates her time to studying the power of Art Therapy at The George Washington University. Here she hopes to discover new ways of being and share the nutritious knowledge with not only her community, but with the world. You can also find Seraiah in the community graciously leading art camps, facilitating adult workshops, live painting at events, and showcasing her wise art brand, Sunrai Creations.
Jenelle Hallaert, MS
Graduate student in MA Art Therapy Practice program at the George Washington University. Interested in advocating for the efficacy of art therapy through research, policy, and academia, particularly in Nebraska.
This focus group is created by art therapy graduate students for art therapy graduate students. Students will be invited to discuss universal graduate school stressors and how to successfully navigate them using the positive psychology PERMA model. Students will walk away with self-care strategies and networking connections.