Special Education and Literacy Studies

Special Education and Literacy Studies
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Kalamazoo MI 49008-5258 USA | (269) 387-5935

Rena VanDerwall

Rena VanDerwall
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Assistant Professor and Co-Coordinator of Special Education
Office: (269) 387-3495
Location:
4571 Sangren Hall, Mail Stop 5258
Mailing address:
Department of Special Education and Literary Studies
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1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5258 USA
Rena VanDerwall
Education:
  • Ed.D., Â鶹´«Ã½
  • M.A., Â鶹´«Ã½
  • B.S., Â鶹´«Ã½
Bio:

Dr. Rena VanDerwall is a certified special education teacher, Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Assistant Professor in Special Education at Â鶹´«Ã½. Prior to coming to Â鶹´«Ã½, she worked as a special education teacher, teacher consultant, behavior support staff, and Dean of Specialized Services in both Chicago, Illinois and Kalamazoo, Michigan. Dr. VanDerwall’s teaching and research focuses on teacher preparation, applied behavior analysis, positive behavior supports, and supporting Â鶹´«Ã½s with emotional and behavioral disorders.