First, an understanding of individual development is possible only within social contexts, especially families. Our mission emphasizes providing high quality undergraduate and graduate instruction to help students develop greater personal understanding and to prepare them for successful professional careers. FHD educational curricula are designed to prepare students to serve citizens of the state, the nation, and the world. Our mission also emphasizes excellence in both basic and applied research. Faculty conduct basic research to better understand families and their members, and applied studies to enhance individual and family life.
Research also provides important learning opportunities for advanced students.
Providing service is a basic component of faculty roles, and service also is provided by advanced undergraduate and graduate students, especially in their practica. FHD faculty and students provide many outreach programs to individuals, families, and public and private agencies throughout the state and nation that enhance the quality of life. We welcome your interest in our Department and hope that this home page provides the information you need. Selecting from the buttons on the right side of this screen will lead you to more detailed overviews of our department's programs and offerings. Please let me know if you need additional information.