Chester R. Robinson, Ph.D., NCC

Associate Professor

Assistant Department Head

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Contact Information

Mailing Address   Commerce Metroplex
Texas A&M University-Commerce Office Ed. North 207 104
Department of Counseling Phone (903) 886-5633 (972) 613-7591
Ed. North 202 Fax (903) 886-5780 (972) 613-7566
Commerce, TX 75429-3011 Email  Chester_Robinson@tamu-commerce.edu  

Professional Data

Education

Ph.D. 1995 University of North Carolina-Greensboro  Counselor Education
M.A. 1984 Appalachian State University Counseling
M.S. 1980 Radford University Music Education
B.A. 1979 Bluefield College  

Texas A&M University-Commerce:  Teaching Assignments

317 Introduction to Assessment 551 Practicum
412 Career Development 552 Internship
501 Introduction to the Counseling Profession 595 Research Literature and Techniques
510 Counseling Theories and Techniques 606 Student Affairs Services in Higher Education
512 Career Development 607 The Contemporary College Student
517 Assessment in Counseling 625 Research Applications

Texas A&M University-Commerce:  University & Departmental Assignments

University Assignments  
Member Graduate Council
Chair Graduate Curriculum Committee
Member Synergy Lab Advisory Board
Member Insurance Committee
Member Discipline Committee
Member Orientation, Advisement, Recruitment, and Retention  Committee
Member Student Services Fees Committee
   
Departmental Assignments  
Member Masters Admissions Committee
Chair Doctoral Admissions Committee
Chair Doctoral Committee
Chair Tenure & Promotion Criteria Committee

Publications and Presentations

Refereed Publications

Robinson, C. R.  (2001).  The role of critical thinking skills in counselor supervision.  Inquiry:  Critical Thinking Across the Disciplines, 20(3), 19-25.

Trusty, J., Robinson, C. R., Plata, M., & Ng, K.  (2000).  Effects of gender, SES, and early academic performance on post-secondary educational choice.  Journal of Counseling and Development, 78, 463-472.

Robinson, C. R., & LaBauve, B. J.  (1999).  Retirement-recycling:  A model for retirement adjustment intervention.  Journal of Adult and Career Development, 15(3),41-53.

LaBauve, B. J., & Robinson, C. R.  (1999).  Adjusting to retirement:  Considerations for counselors, Adultspan, 1, 2-12.

Fitch, T. J. & Robinson, C. R. (1999). Meeting the needs of college student athletes: Implications for counselors. California Association for Counseling and Development Journal.

Fitch, T. J. & Robinson, C. R. (1998). Counseling and development interventions with college athletes: A proposed model. Journal of College Student Development, 39, 623-627.

 

Non-Refereed Publications

Robinson, C. R.  (2001, October).  Replacing counselors raises ethical concerns.  The Texas Counseling Association Guidelines, 50(3), 6.

Robinson, C. R.  (1999, October).  Networking via technology can increase counselor effectiveness.  The Texas Counseling Association Guidelines, 48(2), 3.

Robinson, C. R.  (1999, March).  Memoirs from a former first timer.  Visions, 3-4.

Robinson, C. R.  (1996). [Review of the book Family counseling in the schools]. TCA Journal, 24(2), 58-59.

Benshoff, J. M., & Robinson, C. R.  (Eds.).  (1992).  Developmental issues in counseling monograph series:  Understanding and counseling adolescents (Vol. 2).  Greensboro, NC:  Department of Counseling and Educational Development, University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Robinson, C. R.  (Ed.).  (1984). Appalachian State University Residence Life Handbook.  Boone, NC:  Office of Residence Life, Appalachian State University.

 

National Presentations

Robinson, C. R.  (2000).  Psychopharmacology 101.  Professional presentation at the annual meeting of the American Counseling Association, Washington, DC.

Robinson, C. R., & Woehlke, P.  (1998).  Interpreting Assessment Instruments.  Roundtable discussion facilitated at Assessment 1998, a biannual conference hosted by the Association for Assessment in Counseling and the ERIC Clearinghouse on Counseling and Student Services, St. Petersburg, FL

Robinson, C. R., & Fuller, J. O.  (1992).  Consultation in the Curriculum:  A Proposed Model. Professional presentation at a national meeting of the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, San Antonio, TX.

 

State and Regional Presentations

Crews, C., & Robinson, C.R. (2005). Crazy Train. Professional presentation at the annual meeting of the Texas Counseling Association, El Paso, TX.

Robinson, C. R.  (2004).  Applying current career theories within a generic career counseling counseling model. Professional presentation at the annual meeting of the Texas Counseling Association, Ft. Worth, TX.

Robinson, C. R. (2003). ADD and occupational choice:  Are some jobs better than others?  Professional presentation at the annual meeting of the Texas Counseling Association, Galveston, TX.

Robinson, C. R., & McNamara, M.  (2001).  Counseling AD/HD College Students for Success.  Professional presentation at the annual meeting of the Texas Counseling Association, Dallas, TX.

Cook, D. G. & Robinson, C. R.  (1999).  Psychopharmacology 101.  Professional presentation at the semi-annual meeting of the Oklahoma Counseling Association, Oklahoma City, OK.

Kern, C. W. K., Robinson, C. R., Schulze, L. T., & Mapel, S. (1999).  Current Issues in College Counseling. Professional presentation at the annual meeting of Texas Counseling Association, Corpus Christi, TX.

Robinson, C. R., & Cook, D. G.  (1999).  Psychopharmacology 101. Professional presentation at the annual meeting of Texas Counseling Association, Corpus Christi, TX.

Robinson, C. R., & Cook, D. G.  (1999).  Psychopharmacology 101. Professional presentation for the Northeast Texas Counseling Association, Mt. Pleasant, TX.

Robinson, C. R., & Cook, D. G.  (1999).  Psychopharmacology 101. Professional presentation at the annual Murphy Day Conference at Texas A&M University-Commerce, Commerce, TX.

Robinson, C. R., & Cook, D. G.  (1998).  Psychopharmacology 101: For counselors only. Professional presentation at the annual meeting of Texas Counseling Association, Amarillo, TX.

Carson, T., & Robinson, C. R.  (1997).  Helping clients achieve  self-definition. Professional presentation at the annual meting of the Texas Counseling Association, San Antonio, TX.

Fitch, T., Marshall, J., & Robinson, C. R.  (1997).  Counseling concerns of minority student athletes. Professional presentation at the annual meeting of the Texas Counseling Association, San Antonio, TX.

Robinson, C. R.  (1996). Improving Career Courses. Professional presentation at the annual mid-winter meeting of the Texas Career Guidance Association and Texas Vocational Guidance Association, Austin, TX

Robinson, C. R.  (1995). Who is ERIC/CASS? Professional presentation at the fall meeting of the Northeast Texas Counseling Association, Paris, TX

Robinson, C. R.  (1992).  Student Development Internships:  A Win-Win Situation Professional presentation at the fall meeting of the North Carolina College Personnel Association, Greensboro, NC

Robinson, C. R.  (1991).  The Seven P’s of Programming. Professional presentation at the annual Resident Assistant Walk-In Workshop, Greensboro, NC

Luko, V. K., & Robinson, C. R.  (1987).  The Personal Profile. Professional presentation at the annual meeting of the North Carolina Association for Counseling and Development, Winston-Salem, NC

Robinson, C. R.  (1987).   A Rose By Any Other Name …:  Stereotyping and Labeling. Professional presentation at the annual meeting of the North Carolina Housing Officers, Raleigh, NC

 

Invited Presentations

Robinson, C. R., & Abrams, L. P.  (2001).  Counseling as an Occupational Choice.  Honey Grove High School Career Day, Honey Grove High School, Honey Grove, TX

Robinson, C. R.   (1997, March).  Networking for Job Search Success.  Hunt County Job Preparation Seminar, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Commerce, TX

Robinson, C. R.   (1996,January).  Applying the Invitational Learning Model to Residence Hall Living.  Department of Housing, Texas A&M University - Commerce, Commerce, TX

 

Professional Work Experience

Counselor Educator Texas A&M University-Commerce
Instructor; Counselor Alamance Community College
Assistant Director; Consultant ERIC Clearinghouse for Counseling and Student Services
Teaching Assistant; Financial Aid Counselor University of North Carolina-Greensboro 
Area Coordinator Elon College; Catawba College
Resident Director Appalachian State University; Longwood College

Professional Association Activities

American College Counseling Association (ACCA) President 2003-2004
  Treasurer 1999-2000
  Chair, Media Committee 1996-1999
  Editorial Board, Journal of College Counseling  1997-2002
     
Association for Assessment in Counseling (AAC) Chair, Use of Assessment Instruments Committee 1996-1999
     
Texas Counseling Association (TCA) Treasurer 2005-2007
  Board of Directors Member 1998-2005
  Chair, Finance Committee 2005-2007
  Member, Finance Committee 2001-2005
  Chair, College Counseling Ad-Hoc Committee 1999-2000
  Executive Editor, Journal of Professional Counseling:  Practice, Theory, and Research 2004-2007
  Managing Editor, TCA Journal 1998-2004
     
Texas College Counseling Association (TCCA) President 1997-1998
  Newsletter Editor 1998-1999
     
Northeast Texas Counseling Association President 1997-1998

Counseling-Related Organizations


Course Webs

COUN 317        COUN 412        COUN 501        COUN 510        COUN 512

 

COUN 517        COUN 595        COUN 606        COUN 625


Presentation Materials