Alice Cahill

Alice Cahill, Ed.D., is an Associate Professor of Special Education at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK), serving as Graduate Program Chair and advisor for Special Education since 2017. She holds affiliations within the College of Education's Department of Teacher Education, focusing on self-efficacy, behavior management, and neurodiversity. Dr. Cahill has designed 19 courses in special education and teaches both undergraduate and graduate students in hybrid and face-to-face formats.

Education background:

• Ed.D. in Special Education, Illinois State University (2016)
• M.S. in Educational Administration, Northern Illinois University (2001)
• B.A. in Special Education, Benedictine University (1996)

Research emphasizes teacher preparedness, trauma-informed decision-making, and culturally responsive practices. Recent work addresses IEP development for linguistically diverse students and preservice teachers' self-efficacy during practicum. Her 2024 UNK Academy award recognizes contributions to teacher education excellence.

Service roles include Undergraduate Research Advisor and committee member for COE tenure/promotion guidelines. Grants and lab involvement are not explicitly detailed in the provided text.