The Marriage, Family and Human Development Program centers on theories, research and practices related to optimal human development within the context of family life. A graduate degree in MFHD will provide you with a broad-based understanding in family studies/science and human development. It provides a life-course perspective by which human development and family behavior can be understood and improved.
All our students take courses which contain both human development and family studies/science content. In addition our students are trained as social science researchers, obtaining a graduate level competency in research methods, statistical analysis, and professional writing. Our programs is not a clinical degree that would prepare a student to practice in the mental health fields. MFHD is a research-focused academic degree which prepares graduates to be employed primarily as university faculty, in community agencies, or as researchers.
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Congratulations, Dr. Olson!
Dr. Terry Olson has received the 2011 Ernest G. Osborne Award from the National Council on Family Relations. The award is given every other year to a recipient who has demonstrated "leadership and excellence in the teaching of family relationships."
Congratulations, Dr. Holmes!
Dr. Erin Kramer Holmes has received the 2011 Men-in-Families Best Research Article by a New Professional Award from the National Council on Family Relations. "The award is intended to honor peer-reviewed journal publications on men in families that are innovative and that advance the field." The award was given for her co-authored publication: Holmes, E. K. & Huston, A. C. (2010). Understanding positive father-child interaction: Children's, father's, and mother's contributions. Fathering 8(2), 203-225.
If you are interested in applying to our program Register Your Interest to receive detailed information about our programs and deadlines.
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