The Department of Human Development and Family Studies

Welcome to the department of Human Development and Family Studies! HDFS is an interdisciplinary field that integrates several behavioral, social, and biological sciences. Our perspective is that human behavior is multiply determined by maturational forces, by individual psychological factors and by social influences that occur in the family and the community. As an academic unit in a research-oriented land grant university, our goal is to pursue the discovery, dissemination, and application of knowledge about the life span development of individuals and families. As faculty in the College of Applied Human Sciences, we are committed to working together and with students to resolve societal challenges faced by children, families, and our aging population, and promote optimal development and opportunities for all.

This is an exciting time to be part of HDFS! Our faculty is growing. Our research and educational programs are expanding. We invite you to explore our website and learn about what we do. Come and study with us!