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Congratulations to Annelly Buré-Reyes!
Posted on October 30, 2012 | No CommentsThe Hispanic Neuropsychological Society is proud to announce the winner of the Fall 2012 Student award! Annelly Buré-Reyes, M.A. Annelly will present her research project entitled: “Self-report versus objective findings of relative language proficiency in Spanish/English bilinguals” at the 2012 National Academy of Neuropsychology Conference. The abstract was selected for a 2-hour Special Topic Session designed to highlight 8 student poster studies. The... -
From the President: Fall 2012
Posted on October 18, 2012 | No CommentsWhat an incredible year for HNS! As I wind down my year as President of this great organization I am reflecting of the greatest part of the experience- working with people who are so passionately dedicated to promoting Spanish neuropsychology!! Several years ago I was inspired by Tedd Judd’s knowledge and experience of complex Spanish assessment issues and his commitment... -
From the President: Fall 2011 (with pictures from NAN)
Posted on December 6, 2011 | No CommentsFall 2011 It’s hard to believe that my term as president has come to an end. The year went by too quickly! I have enjoyed my time in office and am thankful for the opportunity to have served HNS in this capacity. I won’t be leaving the Board just yet, as I will serve in the role of Immediate Past President... -
Candidate Statement (President): Tulio Otero, Ph.D.
Posted on November 17, 2011 | No CommentsI am pleased to address my HNS colleagues as part of my self-nomination for President of our organization. I am deeply impressed by the many talented professional and academic neuropsychologists, as well as the other interested parties, which make up this organization. Our organization plays a key role in supporting the competent practice of neuropsychology with Spanish-speaking populations. I have... -
Candidate Statement (Member-at-Large): Delia Silva, Psy.D.
Posted on November 17, 2011 | No CommentsBiography: Delia Silva, Psy.D., works as a neuropsychologist in San Diego at Sharp Healthcare within inpatient rehabilitations units, as well as in her own private practice. She has a wide range of clinical experiences with medical populations and primarily works with adult stroke and TBI survivors. She obtained her doctorate from Florida Institute of Technology. She went on to complete... -
Candidate Statement (Member-at-Large): Clemente Vega, Psy.D.
Posted on November 17, 2011 | No CommentsBiography: Clemente Vega is a licensed psychologist with specialized training in neuropsychology. He currently holds appointments as an assistant professor in the Neurology Department at the Children’s Hospital in Boston and as instructor in the Psychiatry Department at the Harvard School of Medicine. He earned a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Carlos Albizu University in Miami, Florida and received his... -
Candidate Statement (Student Representative): Franchesca Arias, M.S.
Posted on November 17, 2011 | No CommentsI am a second year graduate student in the Clinical Psychology Doctoral program, specializing in neuropsychology, at Fordham University with a strong desire to serve as HNS’s Student Representative for the 2012-2014 terms. My background as an immigrant, and a native Spanish-speaker, and my interest in elucidating the neurological factors that govern behavior, put me in a unique position to... -
Candidate Statement (Student Representative): Annelly Buré-Reyes, M.A.
Posted on November 17, 2011 | No CommentsEarly academic experiences influenced my interest in pursuing advanced studies in the field of neuropsychology. These experiences shaped my interests on working with minority groups, particularly with the Hispanic population. Throughout my academic career, I have had the opportunity to work closely with the Hispanic population in different academic and professional settings. I am passionate about my career choice and... -
Candidate Statement (Student Representative): Betsy Krugliak, M.A.
Posted on November 17, 2011 | No CommentsAs a student clinician, I am an advocate for our profession and our community. As your student representative, I would like to help students and their training institutions take advantage of the extensive resources offered by HNS, and to help students’ voices be heard about their needs. In my clinical training for the past three and a half years, I... -
HNS Student Grants – Application due February 1, 2012
Posted on November 11, 2011 | No CommentsHNS is pleased to announce that we are now offering small grants to our student member affiliates. The award can be used to off-set costs for the following: travel to conferences, student research that addresses cross-cultural issues in neuropsychology that involves Hispanics, and for clinical materials needed for evaluation of Hispanics (i.e. Spanish language testing materials). There are two deadlines each year:...