Dr. Nina Zuna

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nina Zuna has over 15 years of experience working with children with disabilities and their families in a variety of roles, including as a researcher and a certified special education teacher. She specializes in conducting both quantitative and qualitative research aimed at understanding the individual and family characteristics as well as the systemic variables that impact the quality of life for families with children who have disabilities. Specific areas of her research interests include family quality of life, individual family supports across the lifespan, and the transition to adulthood for students with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities. Dr. Zuna also conducts intervention research to enhance transition outcomes for students with autism and other significant intellectual developmental disabilities. She holds a Ph.D. in Special Education from the University of Kansas and has been actively involved in various councils and task forces focused on education and equity.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Director

— Present

School of Social Work • Austin, TX

Oversee various initiatives and programs within the School of Social Work, focusing on social services and community-based support for individuals with disabilities.

Awards

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Jay Turnbull Fellowship

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Woman of Distinction

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Outstanding Doctoral Student Medallion Award

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Student Award

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.