She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She serves as Faculty Liaison for the Clinic for Evidence Based Practices in School and as Faculty Coordinator for the Dual Degree/Dual Certification Program. She is dedicated to preparing future professionals who will make an impact in the community. Her scholarly interests are focused primarily on improving the social, emotional, and educational outcomes for students with emotional and behavioral disorders. Dr. State is a member of premier professional organizations such as Council for Exceptional Children and Association for Positive Behavior Supports. Also, she serves on the board of editors for the Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions and Journal of Behavioral Education.