The Fall 2018 Research Spotlights will feature a presentation by Dr. Jon Lasser. Alkek Library sponsors these events in an effort to provide faculty and graduate students the opportunity to share their research with the Texas State community.
He has co-authored five books -- two for children and three for adults. Dr. Jon Lasser's publications at Alkek Library.
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Dr. Jon Lasser holds a bachelor’s degree in Plan II Liberal Arts from the University of Texas at Austin, a master’s degree in Human Sexuality Education from the University of Pennsylvania, and a doctorate in School Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. He is a Licensed Psychologist and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. He sees children and adolescents in his psychotherapy practice in San Marcos.
He is a Professor and Associate Dean for research for the College of Education. Prior to coming to Texas State he was a school psychologist for the Eanes Independent School District. At Texas State he has developed and taught graduate level courses for the school psychology program and has also taught the freshman first year experience course and an Honors College course in research ethics.
He has published journal articles and chapters on a variety of subjects including autism, parenting, ethics, sexuality, and graduate preparation. His interest in research and ethics intersected in his role as the chair of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) at Texas State (2008-2017). Over the course of his career, Dr. Lasser has mentored students, faculty, and colleagues, supporting their growth and development. He has served as a mentor in the School Psychology Program, the IRB, the Bobcat Bond program, and through ongoing professional relationships in the public schools. Additionally, he has served on dissertation and theses committees, mentoring students through their own research and inviting students to present and publish with him.