Human Sciences Department
Improving the Quality of Life for Families through
Education, Outreach, and Discovery
The purpose of the undergraduate program in the Department of Human Sciences is to prepare students to help individuals and families to make informed decisions about their well-being, relationships, resources, and quality of life. The Family and Consumer Sciences Major recognizes the significance of the interests and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The program includes the study of food and nutrition, health, clothing and textiles, management of resources, care and guidance of children, human growth and development throughout the life span, interpersonal relationships, and family relationships. The underlying focus is on an integrative approach to relationships among individuals, families, and communities and the environments in which they function. This program seeks to:
The Department of Human Sciences offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Family and Consumer Sciences with concentrations in: The Family and Consumer Sciences Major recognizes the significance of the interests and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The program includes the study of food and nutrition, health, clothing and textiles, management of resources, care and guidance of children, human growth and development throughout the life span, interpersonal relationships, and family relationships.
The Mission of the Department of Human Sciences Student Learning Outcomes: Our graduates will:
The Department of Human Sciences is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. The Didactic Program in Dietetics is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (312) 899-4876, www.eatright.org/ACEND. |
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Administrative Assistant: Ms. Debra Alexander 615 963-5601
Interim Department Chair: Dr. Veronica Oates (615) 963-5625
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