HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA, June 09, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Edward S. Beck has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Dr. Beck, a distinguished figure in psychology, counseling and academia, dedicated his long and diverse career to academic and clinical excellence until retirement in 2016. A professional journey marked by significant contributions, he began his career as a line counselor before becoming the coordinator of counseling services at Pennsylvania State University at Harrisburg, where he served for two decades. During this time, he also worked as an affiliate assistant professor and later transitioned to the private sector as a full-time clinician and part-time academic. Dr. Beck's expertise in psychology and counseling was further recognized through his roles at Rutgers University and City University of New York, where he served as an open enrollment specialist during a pivotal period for the institution. Later in his career he served on the faculty of Walden University.

In preparation for his future, Dr. Beck's educational journey began with a diploma from Horace Mann School in the Bronx, New York. He then pursued higher education at New York University, earning a bachelor's degree in 1968 and a master's degree in 1971. Dr. Beck's academic pursuits culminated with a Doctor of Education from the University of Pennsylvania in 1984. These educational achievements laid the foundation for his extensive career, where he consistently demonstrated a willingness to embrace uncharted territories and take calculated risks.

In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Beck held leadership positions within the Pennsylvania Counseling Association and the American Mental Health Counselors Association. Beyond his professional affiliations, he was involved with civic work. He co-founded Scholars for Peace in the Middle East in response to the Second Intifada, growing the organization to nearly 100,000 members. His leadership was instrumental in securing the signatures of over 40 Nobel laureates on a statement opposing the BDS movement against Israel. Dr. Beck also became recognized as the President Emeritus of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East.

Dr. Beck remains active in the Philadelphia Jewish Community Relations Council and regularly speaks to high school students about Holocaust history and awareness. Alongside his wife, he participates in initiatives with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.

Throughout his career, Dr. Beck has contributed to numerous publications and projects that reflect his commitment to mental health and Jewish advocacy. He was an associate editor for the Journal of Mental Health Counseling and presented at the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Educational Center. His passion for sharing information led him to create "All the News, Views, and Schmooze World Jews and Our Friends Can Use," a growing social media platform that continues his legacy of digital communication.

Dr. Beck's dedication to community service has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Top Leadership Award from the Harrisburg Jewish Community. As he looks toward the future, he is focused on his role with Gratz College's advisory board for new Master's and Doctoral Programs in Antisemitism Studies, the first of its kind in the U.S., aiming to make a lasting impact on combating antisemitism alongside talented young faculty members.

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