Dominican receives PHD in Educational Psychology

Press Release - Tuesday, December 13th, 2011 at 8:07 AM
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Shillingford

Shani Shillingford graduated with a PhD in Educational Psychology and a minor in Applied Statistics and Research Methods from the University of Northern Colorado December 9, 2011.

Dr. Shilingford is the daughter of Bellot and Euella Shillingford of Morne Rachette and attributes her success to her parents for being forward thinkers and advocating education throughout her childhood.

Dr. Shillingford attended the Coulibistrie Primary School and the St Joseph Secondary School, now the Isaiah Thomas Secondary School, where the foundation for her success was established.  In August 2001, Dr. Shillingford enrolled at Midwestern State University (MSU) to pursue a degree in Psychology.

She graduated in May 2004 with a Bachelors’ of Science degree in Psychology and English, and continued at MSU to obtain a Master of Arts in Clinical and Counseling Psychology in December 2006.

After working for a year at a mental health care facility in the U.S, she returned to the Caribbean and took up a position as a Child Psychologist before returning to the US to continue her studies.  Dr. Shillingford was awarded a two-year scholarship from the OAS to pursue a doctoral degree, which normally takes three to four years to complete.  Filled with determination to utilize her scholarship, she completed her degree within that time frame.

During her studies, Dr. Shillingford made significant contributions to her field of study, presenting her research at conferences and has an article in press; while two others are currently under review.  Her dissertation focused on teachers’ knowledge of emotional and behavioral disorders.

Dr. Shillingford is thankful to her parents, family, friends and community, who have supported her through the years.  She hopes that the youth will be encouraged by her success and that they will believe that it doesn’t matter where you come from, but with hard work, determination, faith, and a strong support system, you can fulfill your dreams.

Dr. Shillingford is looking forward to utilize her skills and experience to make a positive contribution to her beloved Dominica.

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41 Comments

  1. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 0 Thumb down 0 watchette December 14, 2011

    Congrats. You’ve made MorneRachette proud

  2. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 0 Thumb down 0 Cutty December 14, 2011

    Congrats cuz…. So proud of you… 8)

  3. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 0 Thumb down 0 LCM December 14, 2011

    Congrats Shani ooops Dr. Coming from fellow MSU student and long time friend from the Northeast. Much needed in DA. Proud of you.

  4. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0 Jacqueline December 14, 2011

    Congrats Shani! Hard work paid off

  5. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0 bb December 13, 2011

    Congratulation Shani, Well Done!!!!! from your fellow MSU Alumni. Great Work. 8)

  6. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 0 Thumb down 0 sharon December 13, 2011

    I knew you had it in you!!!!Now the sky is the limit don’t forget to look up to take what is yours(not to say plane bring cake or me)lol

  7. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0 yes I December 13, 2011

    Way to go Shani,congrats,I am proud of you.
    Something GOOD coming from the ITSS.

  8. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 4 Thumb down 0 Sout Man December 13, 2011

    A standing ovation to Dr. Shillingford!! Congratulations!!

  9. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 0 Thumb down 0 :-) December 13, 2011

    Congratulations! You need to come down and run the Dominica State College! We really need you!

  10. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 0 MewMew December 13, 2011

    Fantastic!!! That siimply wonderful!!

  11. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0 BERT PAUL December 13, 2011

    Congratulations Shani, I am very proud of your accomplishments.MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN JESUS NAME.

  12. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 0 Thumb down 0 Theatrics! December 13, 2011

    Congrats Shani

  13. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0 Anonymous December 13, 2011

    Congratulations Ms. Shillingford. I do not know you but you have done tremendously well for yourself and I do want to congratulate you because you forged a way out a path less traveled by those Dominicans reaching your destination.

    You an inspiration to those who travel the same path they too know that even from one of the less recognized school any thing is possible for you. They must grab opportunities with both hands and work hard. BEST for the future to you!

  14. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 0 Thumb down 0 nueva December 13, 2011

    wow

  15. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0 Dominican December 13, 2011

    Congratulations Dr. Shillingford. You haqve made yourself, your parents and all of Dominica proud. Go for the professorship. It is within you

  16. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 0 new jersey December 13, 2011

    congratulation great job done

  17. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 8 Thumb down 2 Jah Knows December 13, 2011

    I would like to Extend my DEEPEST CONGRATULATIONS to you sis (Dr. Shillingford).. you have made us PROUD here @ home and Morne Rachette.
    u gave Dad eye sweats.. lol. Good Stuff!!!

    • Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0 countrybookie December 13, 2011

      Garcon ou pas feb……lmao @ giving Dad eye sweat…..lol!

  18. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 4 Thumb down 0 Colbert Pinard December 13, 2011

    Congrats . We need those skills here in Dominica urgently.

  19. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 0 C.T. December 13, 2011

    congratulations and all the best.

  20. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 4 Thumb down 0 Tee December 13, 2011

    Congrats Shani, my dear friend and former students! You’ve always been God-fearing and hard-working, two important qualities that when combined with your glowing personality, will open many doors for you. All the best my dear! Way to go!

  21. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 0 nadine December 13, 2011

    Congrats shans on your acheivements.

  22. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 6 Thumb down 0 fatty batty December 13, 2011

    well done Dr shillingford all the hard work sleepless nights has paid off all the best.

  23. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 0 believer December 13, 2011

    Congratulations Shani.I rejoice with you on your achievement. Allow the Lord to lead you continuously.

  24. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 5 Thumb down 0 Anonymous December 13, 2011

    CONGRATULATIONS SHANI, A PAST CLASS MATE OF ISAIAH THOMAS SECONDARY SCHOOL…. MJ.

  25. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 0 sisserou December 13, 2011

    Congrats Shans – I am sooooooo proud of you!!
    from Shan

  26. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 0 mindme December 13, 2011

    Congrats Dr. Shillingford! Glad to hear that you plan to contribute to D/a’s development.

  27. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 0 Rabbit Ears December 13, 2011

    Congrats cuz. Perseverance pays. Job well done.

  28. Hot debate. What do you think? Thumb up 4 Thumb down 8 joe December 13, 2011

    i just love it when dominican come here to the usa and achieve.i wish my children who are all born here would do likewise instead of following the so called american dreams.(all american on wellfair anyway)

    • Hot debate. What do you think? Thumb up 3 Thumb down 5 Anonymous December 13, 2011

      Too bad you don’t have to be able to spell Wellfare to receive it!

      • Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 0 chupes December 13, 2011

        it’s Welfare

      • Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 5 Thumb down 0 Sout Man December 13, 2011

        Too bad you don’t have to be able to spell welfare to make fun of another person’s spelling!!

  29. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 0 NikRox December 13, 2011

    COngrats Shan…very proud of you!

  30. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 0 Cool December 13, 2011

    Congrats Shani…from a fellow MSU alum.

    Phenomenal achievement!

  31. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 4 Thumb down 0 nina December 13, 2011

    Congratz shanz u made not only ur parentz proud but we at morne rachette and u motivated me even more to press on God u are indeed great and we thank u for shanz sucess

  32. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 0 put them straight December 13, 2011

    Congrats my dear friend and Dr. :-D …..hard work, prayers and determination does pay off! You have made us proud!….

  33. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 0 My2Sense December 13, 2011

    Congratulations Shani. You’ve made your family and friends proud.

  34. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 10 Thumb down 0 college possie December 13, 2011

    Hey shani

    I reserve highest honor and respect in your name.

    Maximum respect is due to you.

  35. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 4 Thumb down 0 Fred December 13, 2011

    Congrats Cuz. Job well done!!

  36. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 8 Thumb down 0 Cathy Aubrey December 13, 2011

    Congratulations Shani, I am very proud of your accomplishments. Let God be praised.

  37. Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 13 Thumb down 0 IZ DAT U HERE WII December 13, 2011

    congrats great job keep on striving and always put God first

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