About SBU

Weber, Allen

Name:
Allen Weber
Fr. Allen Weber, O.F.M., Ph.D.

Academic School:
School of Education

Academic Department:
Counselor Education

Titles/Responsibilities:
Associate Professor

Contact Information:
Office Phone: 716-375-2365
E-Mail: aweber@sbu.edu
Web site: http://sched.sbu.edu/faculty/aweber/ 

Office Location/Hours:
Plassmann Hall, B50

Courses Taught:

Academic Degrees:
  • Ph.D., 1990, Counseling, Catholic University, Washington, D.C.
    • Dissertation title: the Relationship between Internal-External Control and Endogenous Versus Reactive Depression in Clinically Depressed Adults
     
  • M.A., 1979, School and Community Psychology, Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ
  • M.S., 1975, Religious Education, Fordham, University, New York, NY
  • S.T.B., 1965, Theology, Catholic University, Washington, DC.
  • A.B., Seton Hall University, Classical Languages and Philosophy

Accomplishments:
An upcoming book chapter on a Franciscan approach to counseling.

Teaching Philosophy:

My teaching philosophy arises from my commitment as a Franciscan and a Christian.  I believe that all humans are fundamentally bound to each other as images of God, brothers and sisters who share the goodness of creation.


I believe teaching should be student-centered, encourage discovery and active learning in an atmosphere of personal care and respect. Since diversity is fundamental to creation, it should be honored and highly valued in the classroom and indeed in every aspect of creation.

Current Research Interests/Projects:
My current interest is in the relationship between spirituality and counseling.

Other Interests/Community Involvement:
Ministry in local parishes, Ethics Committee, Rehabilitation Center