Resume


 * CORAL A. VEDDER **

EDUCATION
** Mercyhurst **** College, Erie, PA ** **Ringgold High School, Monongahela, PA** **AP and Honors Coursework (June 2004)**
 * Bachelor of Arts: Art Therapy – Cum Laude (May 2008) **

ART THERAPY/ART EDUCATION OVERVIEW
** Art Therapy ** is defined as experiences, education and training in art and psychology which provides a   vehicle for nonverbal expression and communication. Art Therapy utilizes the creative process as a means to reconcile human emotional conflicts and fostering self-awareness, personal health and growth. The Certification Program in Art Education provides students with opportunities for observing and teaching at the elementary and secondary levels. Methods of teaching art are covered with special emphasis on motivation, classroom management skills and ways of nurturing creativity. ** __Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center__, ** Erie, PA    **  __Art Therapy Intern: St. Mary’s Preschool/Kindergarten Program__ ** , (Summer 2007) * Completed Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training. * Participated in therapist, medical, and staff meetings. * Conducted individual art therapy sessions with own clients. * Documented treatment progress of clients using proper procedures. * Facilitated art therapist, Erica Schwartz, in working with her clients. * Assisted and co-led art therapy activities within a classroom/group setting. * Prepared exercises and therapeutic activities based on client’s individual needs. * Shadowed head therapist, Tracey Sampson, during meetings and other daily tasks. ** __The Achievement Center__ **, Erie, PA   **__ Camp __****__ Counselor __** (Summer 2008) *Lead group recreational activities and skill drills. *Recorded daily progress notes and behavior tracking. *Utilized Pellum behavior modification treatment plan. *Determined and evaluated daily report card goals (DRC’s) * Completed Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training Program. *Worked as a counselor for children diagnosed with ADHD, ages 5-7 **__ BG’s Gymnastics __**, Monessen, PA    **__Coach/Instructor__** (2001-2007) * Developed and implemented creative lesson plans. * Instructed students in gymnastics form and techniques. * Conducted the Mommy and Me and Pre-School classes. * Co-Coached cheerleading classes and the BG’s All Star Squad. * Assisted with birthday parties, gymnastics camps and facility maintenance.
 * ART THERAPY INTERNSHIP **
 * PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE **
 * __ Summer Treatment Program (STP)  __**

HONORS/SCHOLARSHIPS
Psi Chi, National Psychology Honor Society, 2006-2008 Phi Eta Sigma, National Honor Society, 2005-2008 Mercyhurst College Presidential Scholarship, 2004-2008 NSS Life Scholarship, 2005-2008

= MEMBERSHIPS/CLEARANCES/CERTIFICATIONS   = National Art Education Association Member 2008-2009 Completed Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training, June 2008 Obtained Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearances, August 2008 Criminal Background Check, August 2008 Completed FBI Fingerprinting, July 2008 American Art Therapy Association Student Affiliate, 2007-2008 American Psychological Association Student Affiliate, 2007-2008 Certified in CPR and First Aid, May 2007

REPRESENTATIVE COURSEWORK
Crafts,    Ceramics,      Child Psychology Drawing I,     Senior Art Thesis,     Intro to Psychology Printmaking I,  Intro to Sociology,    Clinica l Psychology Painting II/ Oil,    Two-Dimensional Design,  Abnormal Psychology Painting I/ Acrylic,    Three-Dimensional Design,   Motivation and Emotion Secondary Art Education, Art Therapy I, II, III, IV, V, Statistics for Psychology Elementary Art Education,  Ancient to Medieval Art History,  Psychology of Personal Adjustment Foundatio ns of Education,   Independent Studio- Drawing/Painting,  Client Assessment/Intervention Techniques

PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH PROJECT
Vedder, C. A. & Pettijohn, T. F. II (2007, April). Product Variations to Create Choice, Locus of Control, and Product Desirability. Poster presented at the 35th Annual Western Pennsylvania Undergraduate Psychology Conference, Grove City College, Grove City, Pennsylvania. Vedder, C. A. & Pettijohn, T. F. II (2007, April). Product Variations to Create Choice, Locus of Control, and Product Desirability. Poster presented at Mercyhurst College Research Symposium, Erie, Pennsylvania.

ART THERAPY RELATED RESEARCH PROJECTS
**__ “Communicating Without Words: Art Therapy and Individuals with Autism” __** (Winter 2008) Primarily defines and explains Autistic spectrum disorders including diagnosis. The benefits of art therapy as a treatment option as well as artwork characteristics of autistic individuals are also examined. **__ Counseling Theory Paper: Reality Therapy __** (Spring 2007) Reviews the history and defines the theoretical basis of reality therapy. In addition it discusses the therapeutic techniques used in this therapy. **__“Traumatic Experiences Seen Through the Eyes of a Family”__** (Fall 2005) Focuses on how art therapy can be used to help families cope with traumatic experiences. **__ “My Wacky Family”: A Journal about Family Art Therapy __** (Winter 2005) A brief overview of art therapy used in a family setting. = = PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PARTICIPATION Mercyhurst College Teaching and Learning Expo (2009) Pennsylvania Art Education Association State Conference (2008)

=EDUCATION PRACTICUM= **__ School __**** __Subject__ __Setting__ __Grade__ ** Elk Valley Elementary Center-  Art -  Suburban -  K-5 Union City Elementary Center-  Art - Suburban -  K-5 James W. Parker Middle School-  Art - Suburban -  6-8 Union City Middle/High School- Art- Suburban-   6-12 Erie Art Museum-     Art -  Urban-  Pre K- 1 =  = =  ACTIVITIES  = Mercyhurst College Juried Student Art Show, 2009 Mercyhurst CollegeArt Education Club, 2008-2009 Mercyhurst College Cheerleading Squad, 2004-2008 * Captain, 2008 Mercyhurst College Art Therapy Club, 2004-2008 Mercyhurst College Psychology Club, 2006-2008 Mercyhurst College Senior Gift Committee, 2008 Mercyhurst College Note Taker, Learning Differences Dept., 2007 Mercyhurst College Green Team, 2005-2007 Amnesty International: Mercyhurst College, 2005-2007

SERVICE
Mercyhurst College Art Fair, Volunteer/Teacher 2009 Mercyhurst College Cheerleading Tryouts, Judge/Assistant/Organizer, 2008 Strong Vincent High School, Volunteer Cheerleading Advisor, 2007-2008 St. John’s Holy Rosary (Eastside), Volunteer Mural Painter, 2008 Mercyhurst College, Christmas on Campus, 2007 March of Dimes, Walk Participant, 2007 Quality of Life Learning Center, 2007 Kid’s Café, 2005