Lynn C. Koch, Ph.D.
Professor of Rehabilitation Education and Research
Rehabilitation, Human Resources and Communication Disorders
153 Graduate Education Building
Phone: 479-575-5824
FAX: 479-575-3319
lckoch@uark.edu
Degrees:
Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison, Rehabilitation Psychology, 1996
M.S., University of Arizona, Rehabilitation Counseling, 1988
B.S., University of Arizona, Rehabilitation, 1985
Teaching Areas:
Psychological Aspects of Disability
Rehabilitation Research
Practicum Supervision
Internship Supervision
Research Interests:
Psychosocial and vocational implications of disability
Emerging disabilities
Reflective rehabilitation counseling practice
Professional Biography:
Lynn Koch received her doctorate in rehabilitation psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in rehabilitation counseling from the University of Arizona. After earning her doctorate in 1996, Lynn was a faculty member in the rehabilitation counseling program at Kent State University for 10 years. In 2006, she joined the faculty at the University of Arkansas as program coordinator of the Rehabilitation Education and Research Program. She is a certified rehabilitation counselor and former vocational rehabilitation counselor.
Academic Interests and Accomplishments:
Lynn has authored or co-authored more than 70 publications related to disability, vocational rehabilitation, and rehabilitation education. She is a frequent presenter at national and international conferences in rehabilitation and serves as the chair of the National Council on Rehabilitation Education Research Committee. In 2001, she received a third place research award from the American Rehabilitation Counseling Association for her research on rehabilitation consumer expectations.
Publications/Presentations:
Refereed Journals
Koch, L.C. , Rumrill, P., Conyers, L., & Wohlford, S. (in review). Job retention strategies for workers with chronic illnesses. Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling.
Koch, L.C., Mamiseishvili, K., & Higgins, K.K. (in review). Persistence to degree completion: A profile of students with psychiatric disabilities in higher education. American Journal of Psychiatric Rehabilitation.
Rumrill, P., Koch, L.C., & Wohlford, S. (in press). Job retention strategies for individuals with MS. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation.
Baker, K.F., Koch, L.C, Higgins, K.K., & Greene, A.S. (2012). Cohesive lifespan transition planning for youths with autism spectrum disorders: A grounded theory investigation. Rehabilitation Counselors and Educators Journal,6(1), 64-.
Mamiseishvili, K., & Koch, L.C. (2012). Students with disabilities at two-year institutions in the United States: Factors related to success. Community College Review doi:10.1177/0091552112456281..
Hurley, J.E., Lewis, A.N., Koch, L.C., Armstrong, A.J., Gary, K.W., & McMahon, B. T. (2011). An examination of the relationship between the race of ADA Title I claimants and attributes of their employers. Journal of Minority Disability Policy and Research, 1(2), 119-147.
Lewis, A.N., Hurley, J.E., Armstrong, A.J., Koch, L.C., Gary, K.W., & McMahon, B.T. (2011). The influence of race on allegations of employment discrimination due to disability.
Journal of Minority Disability Policy and Research, 1(2), 30-67.
Koch, L., Armstrong, A., Hurley, J., Lewis, A., Lewis, P., & McMahon, B. T. (2011). A comparison of male and female ADA Title 1 discrimination allegations in relation to employer characteristics. Review of Disability Studies, 7(1), 54-68.
Armstrong, A, Koch, L.C., Lewis, A., & Hurley, J. (2011). Gender, disability, and employment discrimination: The national EEOC ADA research project. Review of Disability Studies, 7(1), 19-32.
Mamiseishvili, K., & Koch, L.C. (2011). First-to-second-year persistence of students with disabilities in postsecondary institutions in the United States. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 54(2), 93-105.
Cater, J.K., & Koch, L. C. (2010). Women veterans with polytrauma: Rehabilitation planning implications. Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling, 41(3), 9-17..
Koch, L., Kiener, M., & Gitchel, D. (2010). Action research in rehabilitation education: Curricular applications. Rehabilitation Education.
Koch, L.C., Gitchel, D., & Higgins, K. (2009). Preparing Students to Be Empathic
Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Team Members. Rehabilitation Education, 23, 119-125.
Kiener, M.S., & Koch, L. (2009). Action research in rehabilitation counseling. Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling, 40, 19-26.
Koch, L. C., & Hennessey, M.L. (2008). Introduction to the special issue on emerging disabilities. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 31(3), 273-275.
Koch, L. C., & Rumrill, P.D (2008). Assessing consumer satisfaction in rehabilitation and allied health care settings. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 31(3), 357-363.
Higgins, K., Koch, L. C., Boughfman, E. M., & Vierstra, C. (2008). School-to-work transition and Asperger syndrome. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 31(3), 291-298.
Agan, J., Koch, L., & Rumrill, P. (2008). The use of focus groups in rehabilitation research. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 31(2), 259-269.
Niesz, T., Koch, L., & Rumrill, P.D. (2008). The empowerment of people with disabilities through qualitative research. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 31(1), 113-125.
*An, S., Boston, C. M., Butler, D. S., Dulude, B., Gitchel, W. D., Hoppe, C. D., Koch, L. C., & Mather, J. E. (2008). Research learning community for rehabilitation doctoral students. Rehabilitation Education, 22(2), 77-88 (*senior authorship is shared).
Hennessey, M. L., & Koch, L. (2007). Universal design for instruction in rehabilitation counselor education. Rehabilitation Education, 21(3), 187-194.
Schultz, J., Koch, L., & Kontosh, L. (2007). Establishing rehabilitation research priorities for the National Council on Rehabilitation Education. Rehabilitation Education, 21(3), 149-157.
Koch, L., Rumrill, P., Hennessey, M., Vierstra, C., & Roessler, R. T. (2007). An ecological approach to facilitate successful employment outcomes among people with multiple chemical sensitivity. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 29(4), 341-349.
Vierstra, C. L., Rumrill, P. D., Koch, L. C., & McMahon, B. T. (2007). Multiple chemical sensitivity and workplace discrimination: The national EEOC ADA research project. Work. 28(4), 391-402.
Koch, L., Hennessey, M., Ingram, A., Rumrill, P., & Roessler, R. (2006). Learning communities to promote full inclusion of students with disabilities on college and university campuses. Rehabilitation Education, 20(3), 191-200.
Egbert, N., Koch, L., Coeling, H., & Ayers, D. (2006). The role of social support in the family and community integration of right hemisphere stroke survivors. Health Communication, 20, 45-55.
Koch, L., Vierstra, C., & Penix, K. (2006). A qualitative investigation of the psychosocial impact of multiple chemical sensitivity. Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling, 37, 33-40.
Koch, L. C., Cook, B. G., Tankersley, M., & Rumrill, P.D. (2006). Speaking of research: Utilizing research in professional practice. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 26, 327-331.
Koch, L. C., Schultz, J., Kontosh, L., & Conyers, L. (2006). Rehabilitation research in the 21st century: Concerns and potential solutions. Rehabilitation Education, 20(1), 7-19.
Koch, L. C., Egbert, N., Coeling, H. (2005). The working alliance as a model for interdisciplinary collaboration. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 25(4), 369-373.
Koch, L. C., Schultz, J. C., Hennessey, M., & Conyers, L.M. (2005). Rehabilitation research in the 21st century: Concerns and recommendations from members of the National Council on Rehabilitation Education. Rehabilitation Education, 19(1), 5-14.
Koch, L. C., Egbert, N., Coeling, H., & Ayres, D. (2005). Returning to work after illness: Experiences of right hemisphere stroke survivors. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 48(4), 209-218.
Koch, L. C., & Eaton, B. (2005). Multiple chemical sensitivity and rehabilitation counseling. Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling, 36(1), 24-29.
Koch, L. C. (2004). The student-teacher working alliance in rehabilitation counselor education. Rehabilitation Education, 18(4), 235-242.
Koch, L. C., Arhar, J. M. & Rumrill, P. D. (2004). Action research in clinical supervision. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 17, 1-4.
Koch, L., Hennessey, M., Niese, N., Tabor, T. & Petro, C. (2004). Preparing for a career in rehabilitation counseling: The perspectives of practicing rehabilitation counselors. Rehabilitation Education, 18(2), 93-105.
Brady, S. J., Koch, L. C., & Griffith, P. (2003). Family involvement in rehabilitation planning: Learning objectives and activities for rehabilitation counseling students. Rehabilitation Education, 17(3), 171-181.
Devine, M. A., & Koch, L. C. (2003). Recreational planning: An essential component of career counseling for people with disabilities. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 21(1), 83-88.
Koch, L. C., & Rumrill, P. D. (2003). New directions in vocational rehabilitation: Challenges and opportunities for researchers, practitioners and consumers. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 21(1), 1-3.
Telzrow, C., & Koch, L. (2003). Nonverbal learning disability: Vocational implications and rehabilitation treatment approaches. Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling, 34(2), 9-16.
Koch, L. C., & Arhar, J. M. (2002). Action research in rehabilitation counseling intern supervision. Rehabilitation Education, 16(2), 165-177.
Koch, L. C., Holland, L. A., Price, D., Gonzalez, L., Lieske, P., Butler, A., Wilson, K., & Holly, M. L. (2002). Engaging new faculty in the scholarship of teaching. Innovative Higher Education, 27(2), 83-94.
Koch, L. C., & Telzrow, C. (2002). Mentoring new faculty in rehabilitation counselor education: Challenges, strategies, and innovative models. Rehabilitation Education, 16(1), 49-60.
Koch, L. C. (2001). The preferences and anticipations of people referred to a vocational rehabilitation agency. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 44(2), 76-86.
Koch, L.C., & Merz, M.A. (2001). The career portfolio: An assessment tool for actively involving consumers in vocational rehabilitation. Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment Bulletin, 31(1).
Koch, L. C., & Rumrill, P. D. (2001). The career maintenance club: Improving rehabilitation consumers’ prospects for long-term employment. Journal of Job Placement and Development.
Koch, L. C., Rumrill, P. D., Jr., Roessler, R .T., & Fitzgerald, S. (2001). Illness and demographic correlates of quality of life among people with multiple sclerosis. Rehabilitation Psychology, 46(2), 154-164.
McReynolds, C. J., Koch, L. C., Rumrill, P. D., & Bellini, J. (2001). Qualitative research strategies in rehabilitation. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 16, 57-65.
Merz, M. A., Bricout, J. C., & Koch, L. C. (2001). Disability and job stress: Implications for vocational rehabilitation planning. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 17, 85-95.
Roessler, R.T., Fitzgerald, S., Rumrill, P.D., & Koch, L.C. (2001). Determinants of employment status among people with multiple sclerosis. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 45(1), 31-39.
Koch, L. C. (2000). Assessment and planning in the Americans with Disabilities Act era: Strategies for consumer self-advocacy and employer collaboration. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 14, 103-108.
Koch, L. C., Arhar, J. M., & Wells, L. (2000). Educating rehabilitation counseling students in reflective practice. Rehabilitation Education, 14(3), 255-268.
Koch, L., & Rumrill, P.D. (1999). Work support tips: The career portfolio as a job placement and retention tool for people with disabilities. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 13, 141-147.
Koch, L. C. (1999). Career development interventions for transition-age youths with disabilities. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 13, 3-11.
Marn, L., & Koch, L. C. (1999). The major tasks of adolescence: Implications for transition planning with youths with cerebral palsy. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 13, 51-58.
McReynolds, C. J., Koch, L. C., & Rumrill, P. D. (1999). Psychosocial adjustment to multiple sclerosis: Implications for rehabilitation professionals. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 12, 83-91.
Rumrill, P. D., Koch, L. C., Murphy, P. J., & Jannarone, A. (1999). Technology transfer concerns of college graduates with disabilities: Profiles in transition from higher education to competitive careers. Work: A Journal of Assessment, Prevention, and Rehabilitation, 13, 43-49.
Rumrill, P. D., Roessler, P. D., & Koch, L. C. (1999). Surveying the employment concerns of people with multiple sclerosis: A participatory action research approach. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 12, 75-82.
Conyers, L. M., Koch, L. C., & Szymanski, E. M. (1998). Lifespan perspectives on disability and work: A qualitative study. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 42, 51-75.
Koch, L. C., & Rumrill, P. D. (1998). Guest editors’ note. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 10(3), 209-210.
Koch, L.C., & Rumrill, P.D. (1998). The working alliance: An interdisciplinary case management strategy for health professionals. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 10(1), 55-62.
Koch, L.C., Schultz, D., & Cusick, J. (1998). Encouraging rehabilitation counseling students to develop a portfolio as a career development tool. Rehabilitation Education, 12(3), 261-267.
Koch, L. C., Williams, C. L., & Rumrill, P. D. (1998). Increasing client involvement in vocational rehabilitation: An expectations-based approach to assessment and planning. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 10(3), 211-218.
Luft. P., & Koch, L. C. (1998). Transition of adolescents with chronic illness: Overlooked needs and rehabilitation considerations. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 10, 205-217.
Rumrill, P. D., & Koch, L. C. (1998). The career maintenance specialist: Broadening the scope of successful rehabilitation. Journal of Rehabilitation Administration, 22(2), 111-121.
Rumrill, P. D., Koch, L. C, & Harris, E. (1998). Future trends in assessment and planning: Priorities for vocational rehabilitation in the 21st century. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 10(3), 271-278.
Rumrill, P. D., Koch, L. C., & Reed, C. A. (1998). Career maintenance and multiple sclerosis. Journal of Job Placement and Development, 14(1), 13-17.
*Chan, F., Shaw, L. R., McMahon, B. T., Koch, L., & Strauser, D. (1997). A model for enhancing rehabilitation counselor-consumer working relationships. Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin, 41, 122-137 (*senior authorship is shared).
Koch, L. C., & Johnston-Rodriguez, S. (1997). The career portfolio: A vocational rehabilitation tool for assessment, planning, and placement. Journal of Job Placement and Development, 13(1), 19-22.
Koch, L. C. & Rumrill, P. D. (1997). Rehabilitation counseling outside the state agency: Settings, roles, and functions for the new millennium. Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling, 28(4), 9-14.
Rumrill, P. D., Jr., & Koch, L. C. (1997). Job placement revisited: Employers as interdependent members of a working alliance. Journal of Job Placement and Development, 13(1), 26-29.
Koch, L. C., & Merz, M. A. (1995). Assessing client satisfaction in vocational rehabilitation program evaluation: A review of instrumentation. Journal of Rehabilitation, 61(4), 24-30.
Koch, L. C., Merz, M. A., & Lynch, R. T. (1995). Screening for mild traumatic brain injury: A guide for rehabilitation counselors. Journal of Rehabilitation, 61(4), 50-56.
Books
Rumrill, P. D., Bellini, J. L., & Koch, L. (2001). Emerging issues in rehabilitation counseling: Perspectives on the new millinneum. Springfield, IL: Charles C. Thomas.
Book Chapters
Koch, L.C. (in press). Employment and vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with NVLD. In J. Davis & J. Broitman (Eds.), Evidence-based interventions for children with NVLD. NY: Springer.
Koch, L.C., Rumrill, P,D, & Conyers, L.M. (2012). The nature and needs of people with emerging disabilities. In M. Bishop, P. Rumrill, & P. Toriello (Eds.), New directions in rehabilitation counseling: Creative responses to professional, clinical, and educational challenges (pp. 115-139). Springfield IL: Charles C. Thomas.
Koch, L.C., & Gitchel, D. (2011). Qualitative research designs. In P. Rumrill, A. Wiley, & B. Cook (Eds.), Research in special education: A guide to design, methodology, and utilization (2nd ed.; pp. 187-218). Springfield, IL: Charles C. Thomas.
Koch, L.C. (2010). Consumer satisfaction. In E. Mpofu and T. Oakland (Eds.), Assessment in rehabilitation and health (pp. 503-519). Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Pearson Education, Inc.
McReynolds, C.J., & Koch, L.C. (2009). Qualitative research designs. In J. Bellini & P. Rumrill (Eds.), Research in rehabilitation counseling: A guide to design, methodology, and utilization (2nd ed.; pp. 187-218). Springfield, IL: Charles C. Thomas.
Koch, L.C., & Rumrill, P.D., Jr. (2005). Interpersonal communication skills for casemanagers. In F. Chan, M. Leahy, & J. Saunders (Eds.), Case management for rehabilitation health professionals (2nd ed.; vol. I; pp. 122-143 ). Lake Zurich, IL: Vocational Consultants Press.
Luft, P., & Koch, L.C. (2005). Career development: Theories for transition planning. In R.W. Flexer, T.J. Simmons, P. Luft, & R.M. Baer (Eds.), Transition planning for secondary students with disabilities (2nd ed.; pp. 83-108). Columbus, OH: Merrill/Prentice-Hall.
Koch, L.C., McReynolds, C., & Rumrill, P.D. (2004). Basic counseling skills for rehabilitation professionals. In F. Chan & K. Thomas (Eds.), Counseling theories and techniques for rehabilitation health professionals (pp. 227-243). NY: Springer.
Luft, P., & Koch, L.C. (2001). Career development: Theories for transition planning. In R.W. Flexer, T.J. Simmons, P. Luft, & R.M. Baer (Eds.), Transition planning for secondary students with disabilities (pp. 69-94). Columbus, OH: Merrill/Prentice-Hall.
Luft, P., Koch, L.C., Headman, D., & O’Conner, P. (2001). Career and vocational education. In R.W. Flexer, T.J. Simmons, P. Luft, & R.M. Baer (Eds.), Transition planning for secondary students with disabilities (pp. 162-196) . Columbus, OH: Merrill/Prentice-Hall.
McReynolds, C.J., & Koch, L.C. (2001). Psychological issues. In P.D. Rumrill , & M.L. Hennessey (Eds.), Multiple sclerosis: A guide for rehabilitation and health care professionals (pp. 44-78). Springfield, IL: Charles C. Thomas.
McReynolds, C.J., Koch, L.C., Rumrill, P.D., Tankersley, M.J., Ware, M.E., & Hennessey, M.L. (2001). Qualitative research designs. In P.D. Rumrill & B. G. Cook (Eds.), Research in special education: Designs, methods, and application (pp. 159-179). Springfield, IL: Charles C. Thomas.
Koch, L.C., & Rumrill, P.D., Jr. (1999). Interpersonal communication skills for casemanagers. In F. Chan & M. Leahy (Eds.), Health care and disability case management. (pp. 355-378). Lake Zurich, IL: Vocational Consultants Press.
McReynolds, C.J., & Koch, L.C. (1999). Qualitative research designs. In J. Bellini & P. Rumrill (Eds.), Research in rehabilitation counseling: A guide to design, methodology, and utilization (pp. 151-173). Springfield, IL: Charles C. Thomas.
Mandeville, C.A., Brabham, R., & Koch, L.C. (1998). The state-federal vocational rehabilitation program. In R.M. Parker & E.M. Szymanski (Eds.), Rehabilitation counseling: Basics and beyond (3rd ed.) (pp. 41-70). Austin, TX: Pro-Ed.
Guest-edited Professional Journals
Koch, L.C., & Hennessey, M.L. (2008). Special issue on emerging disabilities. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 31(3).
Rumrill, P.D., Jr., & Koch, L.C. ( 2003). New directions in vocational rehabilitation. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 21(1).
Koch, L.C. & Rumrill, P.D., Jr. (1998). Assessment and planning in vocational rehabilitation. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation, 10(3).
Other Publications
McMahon, B.T., West, S.L., Hurley, J., & Koch, L. (2007, October). National EEOC ADA Research Project: Regional Profile: DBTAC Region Seven. Disability and Business Technical Assistance Centers/Coordination, Outreach, and Research Centers; Virginia Commonwealth University.
Koch, L. C. (1999, June). The employment concerns of people with multiple sclerosis. Milestones: Northeast Ohio Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Newsletter, 4, 14-15.
Merz, M.A., & Koch, L.C. (1999). Portfolios: A tool for involving clients in assessment and planning. In University of Wisconsin-Stout (Ed.), The issues papers: Ninth National Forum on Issues in Vocational Evaluation, Assessment, and Work Adjustment (pp. 241-243). Menomonie, WI: The Rehabilitation Resource.
Koch, L. (1996). The preferences and anticipations of vocational rehabilitation applicants: An exploratory study. Unpublished doctoral dissertation, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Szymanski, E.M., Fernandez, D., Koch, L., & Merz, M.A. (1996). Career development: Planning for placement (Training Materials). Madison, WI: University of Wisconsin-Madison, Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Career Development and Advancement.
Ettinger, J., Conyers, L., Merz, M.A., & Koch, L.C. (1995). Strategies and tools for counselors, educators, and employers. (RRTC Working Paper No. 3). Madison, WI: University
of Wisconsin, Madison, Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Career Development and Advancement.
Refereed Conference Presentations
Higgins, K. K., Koch, L. C., & Mamiseishvili, K. (2012, September). The persistence of students with psychiatric disabilities in higher education. Poster presented at the Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (SACES) conference, Savannah, GA.
Koch, L., Mamiseishvili, K., & Higgins, K. (2012, April). The persistence of students with psychiatric disabilities in higher education. 12th Annual National Rehabilitation Educators Conference. San Francisco, CA.
Mamiseishvilli, K., Murray, J., & Koch, L. (2011,October). Students with disabilities at two-year institutions in the United States: Factors related to persistence. 2011 ASHE Conference. Charlotte, NC.
Koch, L., Rumrill, P., & Conyers, L. (2011, October). Emerging disability trends in the 21st century. National Rehabilitation Association Annual Training Conference. Salt Lake City, UT.
Koch, L. (2011, May). The nature and scope of workplace discrimination against Americans with disabilities. 2010 Arkansas Rehabilitation Association Annual Training Conference. Hot Springs, AR.
Mamiseishvili, K., & Koch, L. (2010, November). Effects of disability conditions, disability-related educational services, and social and academic integration of persistence of students with disabilities. 2010 Association for the Study of Higher Education Conference. Indianapolis, IN.
Koch, L., & Mamiseishvili, K. (2010, October). First-to-second year persistence of students with disabilities in postsecondary institutions. National Rehabilitation Counseling Professional Development Symposium. Oklahoma City, OK.
Kampfe & Koch (2010, July). Breaking the glass ceiling: The promotion and tenure dilemma of women faculty in rehabilitation education. National Association of multicultural rehabilitation concerns 17th Annual Training Conference. Las Vegas, NV.
Koch, L.C., & Conyers, L.M. (2010, May). VR and chronic illness: Best practices for a growing demographic. 2010 Arkansas Rehabilitation Association Annual Training Conference. Hot Springs, AR.
Armstrong, A., Koch, L.C., Lewis, A.N., & Hurley, J. (2010, April). Gender, disability, and employment discrimination: Recommendations for practice. 10th National Rehabilitation Educators Conference. Manhattan Beach, CA.
Baker, K., Higgins, K., Koch, L., & Greene, A. (2009, November). An interdisciplinary needs assessment of individuals on the autism spectrum. American Speech Language Hearing Association Convention. New Orleans, LA.
Lewis, A.N., Armstrong, J., & Koch, L. (2009, October). Gender, Race, and Disability: Allegations of Employment Discrimination and Implications for Practice. NCRE/RSA/CSAVR Fall Conference. Washington, DC.
Roessler, R., & Koch, L. (2009, September). On-the-Job Support Services: For Whom and for How Long? National Rehabilitation Association Annual Training Conference. Louisville, KY.
Koch, L., Niesz, T., & Morgan, K. (2009, May). Advancing the Rights of People with Disabilities Through Qualitative Rehabilitation Research. Fifth International Congress of Qualitative Inquiry. Champaign, IL.
Stauffer, C., Vierstra, C., & Koch, L.C. (2009, February). Faculty Learning Community on Disability Issues. 9th Annual National Rehabilitation Educators Conference. San Antonio, TX.
Kiener, M., Koch, L.C., & Gitchel, D. (2009, February). Using Action Research to Teach Rehabilitation Research Courses. 9th Annual National Rehabilitation Educators Conference. San Antonio, TX.
Koch, L. C., Higgins, K. K., Gitchel, D., & Horton, C. (2009, February). Putting the Rehabilitation Consumer First: Empathic Interdisciplinary Teamwork. 9th Annual National Rehabilitation Educators Conference. San Antonio, TX.
Vierstra, C., & Koch, L. (2008, April). Emerging disabilities: Psychosocial challenges and vocational considerations for consumers and service providers. 24th Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities, Honolulu, HI.
Koch, L., & Higgins, K. (2008, February). Collaborative teaching in rehabilitation counselor education: Challenges and rewards. 8th Annual National Rehabilitation Educators Conference. San Antonio, TX.
Kiener, M., & Koch, L. (2008, February). Using action research to advance the rehabilitation counseling profession. 8th Annual National Rehabilitation Educators Conference. San Antonio, TX.
Vierstra, C., Koch, L., & Rumrill, P. (2007, March). The experiences of people with multiple chemical sensitivity. 23nd Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities. Honolulu, HI.
Stauffer, C., Koch, L., & Rumrill, P. (2007, March). Faculty learning community on disability issues. 23nd Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities. Honolulu, HI.
Vierstra, C., Koch, L., & Hennessey, M. (2006, October). Multiple chemical sensitivity and barriers to employment: Implications of recent research findings for assessment, planning, and placement. 2006 National Rehabilitation Counseling Association Professional Development Symposium. Albuquerque, NM.
Koch, L., & Hennessey, M. (2006, March). Learning communities to promote disability awareness on university campuses. 22nd Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities. Honolulu, HI.
Rumrill, P., Hennessey, M., & Koch, L. (2006, March). New directions in faculty professional development: A program to enhance disability awareness on college and university campuses. 22nd Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities. Honolulu, HI.
Strauser, D., Chan, F., Koch, L., Leahy, M., & Shaw, L. (2006, February). Issues in rehabilitation doctoral education. 6th Annual National Council on Rehabilitation Education Professional Conference. San Diego, CA.
Strauser, D., Chan, F., Koch, L., Strohmer, D., Rumrill, P., & Wilson, K. (2006, February). Issues impacting rehabilitation research. 6th Annual National Council on Rehabilitation Education Professional Conference. San Diego, CA.
Hennessey, M., & Koch, L. (2006, February). Learning communities to promote inclusion of students with disabilities on university and college campuses. 6th Annual National Council on Rehabilitation Education Professional Conference. San Diego, CA.
Daniel, L., Egbert, N., Koch, L., Coeling, H., Ndiaye, K., Bautista, C., & Pitts, M.J. (2005, May). Communicating greater expectations for the future of interdisciplinary health communication scholarship: A roundtable discussion. 2005 Eastern Communication Association Convention. Pittsburgh, PA.
Coehling, H.V., Egbert, N., Koch, L., Ayers, D. (2005, April). Community integration for stroke survivors. Presentation at the 29th Annual Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Research Conference. Cincinnati, OH.
Vierstra, C., & Koch, L.C. (2005, April). The vocational implications and independent living experiences of people with multiple chemical sensitivity (poster session). American Counseling Association’s 2005 Annual Conference and Symposium, Atlanta, GA.
Koch, L., Schultz, J., Conyers, L., & Hennessey, M. (2005, February). Rehabilitation research priorities in the 21st century: 2004 NCRE focus group findings. National Council on Rehabilitation Education 5th Annual National Conference. Tucson, AZ.
Egbert, N., Koch, L., Coeling, H., Ayers, D. (2004, May). The role of social support in the family and community integration of right hemisphere stroke survivors. The 54th Annual International Communication Association Conference: Communication in the public interest, New Orleans, LA.
Koch, L., & Hennessey, M. (2004, February). Preparing for a career in rehabilitation counseling: Advice from certified rehabilitation counselors. National Council on Rehabilitation Education Conference 2004, Tucson, AZ.
Koch, L., Schultz, J., Conyers, L., & Hennessey, M. (2004, February). Developing a research agenda. National Council on Rehabilitation Education Conference 2004, Tucson, AZ.
Ayers, D., Coeling, H., Egbert, N., Knapik, G., Koch, L., Polk, D., & Pierce, R. (2003, November). Family and community integration for stroke survivors. 37th Biennial Convention of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Ayers, D., Coeling, H., Egbert, N., Knapik, G., Koch, L., Polk, D., & Pierce, R. (2003, May). Family and community integration for stroke survivors. 9th Annual Robinson Memorial Hospital Nursing Research Day, Ravenna, OH.
Eberhard, S., Wiebold, J., Koch, L., Houston, E., & Thompson, V. (2003, February). Supporting new researchers: Applying feminist theory to academic success. National Council on Rehabilitation Education Conference 2003, Tucson, AZ.
Koch, L.C., Telzrow, C., & Varakin, J. (2002, October). Nonverbal learning disability: Vocational Rehabilitation Implications. Ohio Rehabilitation Association Annual Training Conference 2002, Toledo, OH.
Merz, M.A., & Koch, L.C. (2002, March). Disability and job stress: Implications for vocational rehabilitation planning. American Counseling Association Annual 2002 Conference, New Orleans, LA.
Koch, L.C., & Telzrow, C. (2002, February). Inclusive approaches to mentoring contemporary faculty in rehabilitation counselor education programs. National Council on Rehabilitation Education Conference 2002, Tucson, AZ.
Butler, A., Gonzalez, L., Holland, L., Koch, L., Lieske, P., Price, D., & Wilson, K. (2001, March). Improving teaching using a scholarly approach. 13th Annual Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching-West.
Butler, A., Carduner, J., Cassell, M., Devine, M., Gonzalez, L., Holland, L., Koch, L., Lieske, P., Perara, V., Price, D., Qi, M., Riley, J., & Wilson, K. (2001, March). The first year and growing: Kent’s junior faculty scholars. 13th Annual Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching-West.
Koch, L.C., Rumrill, P.D., & Fitzgerald, S. (2000, September). Multiple sclerosis, employment, and quality of life. 2000 National Rehabilitation Association/Ohio Rehabilitation Association Annual Training Conference, Cleveland, OH.
Koch, L.C., Strank, J., Schultz, D. (1999, March). The career portfolio: A marketing and professional development tool for rehabilitation counselors and consumers. 16th Annual
Professional Development Symposium sponsored by the Alliance for Rehabilitation Counseling, Dallas, TX.
Roessler, R.T., Rumrill, P.D., & Koch, L.C. (1999, March). Improving employment and quality of life outcomes for people with multiple sclerosis. 16th Annual Professional Development Symposium sponsored by the Alliance for Rehabilitation Counseling, Dallas, TX.
Merz, M.A., & Koch, L.C. (1999, March). Portfolios: A tool for actively involving clients in assessment and planning. Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment Association Ninth National Forum, New Orleans, LA.
Koch, L.C. (1998, March). Increasing client involvement in the vocational rehabilitation process: An expectations-based approach. 15th Annual Professional Development Symposium sponsored by the Alliance for Rehabilitation Counseling, Vancouver, WA.
Merz, M.A., & Koch, L.C. (1998, March). Bridging the gap between research and practice: The role of the researcher based in a service setting (poster session). 15th Annual Professional Development Symposium sponsored by the Alliance for Rehabilitation Counseling, Vancouver, WA.
Rumrill, P.D., Jr., Koch, L.C., Reed, C.A., & Roessler, R.T. (1997, September). Job placement and retention strategies for people with multiple sclerosis. National Rehabilitation Association Annual Training Conference, Tulsa, OK.
Rumrill, P.D., Jr., Koch, L.C.,& Roessler, R.T. (1997, September). Post employment services in the Americans with Disabilities Act era: Moving toward “career” and away from “closure”. National Rehabilitation Association Annual Training Conference, Tulsa, OK.
Conyers, L.M., & Koch, L.C. (1997, August). Lifespan perspectives on disability and work. American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago, IL.
Szymanski, E.M., Fernandez, D., & Koch, L.C. (1996, March). Career development: Planning for placement. National Council on Rehabilitation Education Conference, Washington, D.C.
Trevino, B., & Koch, L.C. (1996, March). Career planning with minorities: Counseling tips and tools. National Rehabilitation Counselor Association 13th Annual Professional Symposium, Little Rock, AR.
Szymanski, E.M., Enright, M.S., & Koch, L.C. (1996, January). Enhancing career development for people with physical disabilities: Theory and practice. Careers Conference 1996, Center on Education and Work, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI.
Lynch, R.T., Dunlap, L.J., Koch, L.C., & Merz, M.A. (1995, May). Brain injury rehabilitation: Needs and services, now and in the future. Statewide Rehabilitation and Transition Training Conference, Pewaukee, WI.
Grants:
Psychiatric Vocational Rehabilitation Training Program (resubmitted; Principal Investigator, United States Department of Education [Rehabilitation Services Administration]; 5 years, $500,000).
The Access to Higher Education Project II (Training/Universal Design Specialist; United States Department of Education [Office of Postsecondary Education]; 3 years, $1,049,366).
Interdisciplinary Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment Specialist Training Program (Principal Investigator; United States Department of Education [Rehabilitation Services Administration]; 5 years, $500,000).
Interdisciplinary Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist Training Program. (Co-Principal Investigator; United States Department of Education [Rehabilitation Services Administration]; 5 years, $500,000).
Ohio Department of Mental Health: Rehabilitation Counseling Internship Program (Principal Investigator; Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare System; 2 years, $38,400).
Coordination of Services to Improve Employment Outcomes for Persons with Severe Physical Disabilities (Project Co-director; United States Department of Education [Rehabilitation Services Administration]; 1 year, $100,000).
Edwin Shaw Hospital for Rehabilitation: Rehabilitation Counseling Internship Program (Principal Investigator; Edwin Shaw Hospital for Rehabilitation; 2 years, $19,200).
Interdisciplinary Job Development and Placement Specialist Training Program: A Field-Based Approach (Co-Principal Investigator; United States Department of Education [Rehabilitation Services Administration]; 3 years, $300,000).
Involving Self-Determined Students with Disabilities in Postsecondary Systems Change (Project Co-director; United States Department of Education; 3 years, $418,113).
Training Rehabilitation Counselors for the Deaf: A Field Interactive Approach. (Project Coordinator; United States Department of Education [Rehabilitation Services Administration]; 3 years, $300,000).