Faculty
Brenda Y. Cartwright, EdD (Department Chair)
Dr. Cartwright is interested in cultural diversity and ethical issues in counseling, as well as Holistic and Spiritual concerns and also is very involved in deafness rehabilitation. She received her EdD from The George Washington University in 1996 and her masters in Guidance and Counseling from University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. With over 20 years experience in Federal-State Vocational Rehabilitation Programs, Dr. Cartwright has invaluable experience to relate to students in the program. She has authored over 10 articles since her terminal degree and also has presented over 20 papers at National, Regional and State conferences. She enjoys: exercising, (downhill skiing) and fine cuisine.
Michael J. D’Andrea, EdD
Dr. D’Andrea’s research interests are multicultural counseling, developmental counseling, adolescence and family life, counseling diverse populations, and counseling research. Dr. D’Andrea received his EdD from Vanderbuilt University in 1982 and is recognized internationally for his research and advancement of Multicultural Counseling. He has authored or coauthored over 100 journal articles and books. Along with his international leadership in social justice, he also has worked with most of the athletic teams at the University of Hawaii. The greatest joy in his life is his family.
Judith A. Daniels, EdD
Dr. Daniels’ research interests Multicultural school counseling, development counseling, adolescent counseling, loss and transition counseling, group counseling, and counseling homeless children. She received her EdD from Vanderbuilt University. In 2000, she received the Counselor of the Year award from the American Counseling Association. She has also worked with most of the athletic teams at the University of Hawaii with Dr. D’Andrea providing sport’s counseling and performance enhancement with for over seven years. She enjoys the outdoors, especially: running, white water canoeing, and swimming.
Michael B. Salzman, PhD
Dr. Salzman’s research involves Cultural Trauma and Recovery. Other research goals include the psychological processes of colonization and decolonization, how respect and disrespect is experienced in public school settings, academic goals, and Cross Cultural and Cultural Psychology. He received his BA in Psychology from Brooklyn College, his MA from the University of Oregon, and his PhD from the University of Arizona. He loves to travel and the outdoors including Scuba Diving. He also loves GOOD food.
Michael Omizo, PhD
Dr. Omizo’s current research interests are counseling children, research and evaluation, school counseling and career counseling. Recognized by the American Psychological Association as being on the top 50 researchers who have contributed to the advancement of psychological knowledge, Dr. Omizo is a pioneer in the field. He received his PhD from the University of Southern California in 1978 and has published over 100 journal articles. He enjoys volleyball and other sports.