Type Of Business:
University
Expertise:
Mr. Batarseh's expertise includes education and guidance.
Major Product/SVS:
Higher Education
Hobbies/Sports:
Photography, Teaching, Coaching Youth Soccer
Education Degrees:
Ph.D., University of South Carolina, Master of Arts in Education, University of South Carolina; Bachelor of Arts, Middle East University, Lebanon
Affiliations Awards:
President, South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology; National Association of School of Psychologists; American Psychological Association
Country of Origin:
Palestine
Children's Names:
Leila, Mark, Matthew
Date of Distinction:
8/11/2009
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
He hopes to be remembered as someone who had a positive influence on the young.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
If he could solve one problem in the world today, he would alleviate disharmony, making it possible for everyone to live at peace with each other and avoid war.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
If he could have lunch with anyone, Mr. Batarseh would choose to dine with Jesus Christ, because he understood people and gave some instruction on how humankind can live with one another and care for the poor.
Number Of Years In Profession:
45
Number Of Years In Current Position:
11
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his love for his profession.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Batarseh took part in and spoke at a symposium at Oxford University in England. He also taught on a part-time basis at the university after his retirement. He has three grandchildren named Victor, Luke and Isabella.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Counseling, Teaching Psycho-Educational Testing, Conducting Programs with Disabilities in a Thirteen County Area
Education Certifications:
Licensed Psychologist, Columbia; Licensed Counseling Psychologist, State of South Carolina
Awards/Honors:
Volunteer of the Year, Young Men's Christian Association