Behavioral Science at Daemen

06/17/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Debbi Napolitano and Dr. Adrienne Jennings!

https://voice.daemen.edu/june-17-2026/napolitano-edits-special-section-of-international-journal/

Daemen University

Dr. Debbi Napolitano, program director of Daemen University’s PhD in Behavioral Science, recently edited a special section in the Association for Behavior Analysis International’s (ABAI) journal, Behavior and Social Issues. The introduction to the special section, co-authored by Napolitano and h...

06/10/2026

The future of behavioral science needs more than practitioners. It also needs researchers, scholars, and leaders.
Daemen University's new PhD in Behavioral Science prepares professionals to:
🔬 Conduct meaningful research
📚 Teach and mentor future professionals
📈 Lead systems-level change
🏛️ Influence policy and advocacy efforts
🧠 Advance the science of behavior
With coursework in Advanced Research Methods, Biostatistics, Implementation Science, Teaching at the College Level, Leadership & Advocacy, and Behavior Science & Social Justice, students are prepared to make lasting contributions to both research and practice.
Don't just apply the science. Help create the future of it.

Take the next step toward the future you want to create. Apply today!
https://www.daemen.edu/behavioralscience

06/03/2026

Interested in learning more about becoming a Behavior Analyst?
Daemen’s reputable ABA program holds the highest standards of both New York State licensure and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.

Hosted by our Daemen ABA faculty, you will learn more about our ABA program, and speak directly to faculty and admissions staff who can help answer your questions.

Join us for one of our Virtual Applied Behavior Analysis Info Sessions:
June 9, 2026 and July 20, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Register Today!
https://www.daemen.edu/abainfo

05/28/2026

Stop by DD Day in Niagara Falls today and say hello! Learn about our MS in ABA and PhD in Behavioral Science!

05/27/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Deborah Napolitano and Dr. Adrienne Jennings, and colleagues on your latest publication!

05/20/2026

Dr. Michelle Hickman and Dr. Vanessa Patrone will be representing Daemen's Behavioral Science Department at the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) convention in San Francisco on May 23, 2026 at the ABAI Expo in the "ABAI Recognized Behavior Analysis Training Programs" section 8:00 PM–10:00 PM PDT (UTC-07:00), Moscone Center West, Level 1, Exhibit Hall. The poster is #35 "Daemen University Behavioral Science Programs." Current students, alumni, and partners should stop by and say hello!

05/18/2026

Clinical Assistant Professor and Experiential Learning Coordinator, Kellie Kotwicki, was invited to present with colleagues at the 2026 DDNA Nurses Association conference in Phoenix over the weekend, showcasing how Behavior Analysts and Nurses collaborate interprofessionally!

05/17/2026

Just a couple of pics of some of our outstanding MS in ABA graduates with some of our faculty. Congratulations!

05/15/2026

Kellie Kotwicki will be presenting at the Developmental Disability Nursing Association (DDNA) conference in Phoenix, Arizona on May 17th. If you are attending, be sure to stop and see her!

05/15/2026

Join us on Tuesday, May 19 at 6:00 p.m. for an in-person or online information session on Daemen University’s Ph.D. in Behavioral Science.
You’ll meet faculty, connect with admissions, and get your questions answered as you explore how this program can help you elevate your expertise and expand your impact.
📍 Rosary Hall, Daemen University
📍 4380 Main Street, Amherst, NY
👉 Register today: dae.men/49dAXmo