Grad Knight to Know: Ashley Coughlin ’25M

By Natalie Tursi | April 14, 2025
Ashley Coughlin ’25M

Hometown: Northampton, Pa.

What graduate program are you in at Arcadia? Applied Behavioral Analysis

Undergrad/previous degree details? Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Wilkes University

Why did you choose Arcadia and/or your particular grad program? I was looking for an online program that I could fit into my work schedule that still felt personalized. Arcadia was the perfect mix of online with professors that were still easily accessible. 

What have you gained during your time here? I built my entire career during my time at Arcadia. I really wouldn’t know anything about the field of ABA if it wasn’t for my classes. I felt completely lost until I was able to connect the field with the material in this program. 

What is your proudest accomplishment to date? Graduating from the ABA program at Arcadia!

What do you do when you’re not in class?: When I’m not in class, I love to ski, listen to podcasts, disc golf, and cook. I also coach a high school girls lacrosse team.  

Post-grad plans: I am currently applying for my license to be a Behavior Specialist in the state of Pennsylvania. I have also begun studying to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst exam! Eventually, I would like to work in a school district as a BCBA.