Department of Human Development and Family Studies alum Wayne Foster (’01) was recently awarded the inaugural Legacy in Leadership Award from the N.C. Speech, Hearing and Language Association (NCSHLA) for his impact and advocacy in the field. Foster is retired from working with public schools and currently works part-time with… Continue reading…
Teaching kids to think for themselves means parents must gradually loosen the reins so children can gain valuable confidence and experience making self-guided decisions.
In our specific sample of young children who were the subject of a CPS (Child Protective Services) investigation by age one in Wisconsin, we do not find that foster care placement is negatively related to academic outcomes.
I have particularly enjoyed being a part of the policies that impact the lives of children and their families. That means early care and education.
Human Development and Family Studies doctoral student Indya Walker was selected to be a speaker for the American Psychological Association Division 51 Master Class Lecture Series. Her talk on Feb. 21, entitled “Supporting Resilience in Black Males Exposed to Community Violence: The Opportunities and the Barriers,” presented research featured in her recent, co-authored article in the American Psychologist.
UNCG alum Dr. Jay A. Mancini passed away on Oct. 10, 2024. Mancini, 75, was a lifelong friend of the University and the School of Health and Human Sciences. He earned his Ph.D. from UNCG in 1977 in Child Development and Family Relations (HDFS).
Dr. Archana V. Hegde, who graduated from UNCG in 2005 with a Ph.D. from the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, was selected for East Carolina University’s Nancy W. Darden Distinguished Professorship, recognizing her productivity in research, teaching, service, and making an impact through her scholarly activities.
Human Development and Family Studies doctoral candidate Miranda Denham is one of three 2024 Student Scholars for the Visitor Studies Association. With this organization she’ll be collecting data for her dissertation.
Dr. Andrea Hunter is one of three recipients for UNCG’s 2024 Gladys Strawn Bullard Award. Hunter, a professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, is also the Chancellor’s Fellow for Campus Climate and is active promoting UNCG’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Once a child becomes overweight or obese, it’s very difficult to reverse that trajectory. There’s more attention now on what you can do early in life to prevent weight problems. Esther Leerkes, Jefferson-Pilot Excellence professor
