Researchers add to the knowledge base of family and consumer issues.
Extension Ohio State University Extension educators and administrators teach programs related to family issues at the county and state levels. Business Professionals in business identify trends and integrate consumer needs in the designing and marketing of consumer goods and services. Home and Community Family and Consumer Sciences professionals who are community volunteers, homemakers, free lance consultants and retired professionals working to strengthen the profession within the community. Human Services Specialists in health care or human service, social work and the legal profession who provide support to families and individuals. Education and Technology Teachers in secondary schools and colleges interested in networking and developing curriculum in family and consumer sciences.