College of Family and Consumer Sciences

The mission of the College of Family and Consumer Sciences is to advance the well-being of individuals and families over their life span and strengthen communities through the generation and dissemination of knowledge, education of professionals, and provision of research-based programs.

More than 60 faculty members are currently teaching and conducting research in the Colleges' four academic departments: Child and Family Development, Foods and Nutrition, Housing and Consumer Economics, Textiles, Merchandising, and Interiors.

In addition to working with world-renowned faculty, undergraduate and graduate students in the College have access to numerous resources designed to increase the impact of their educational experiences. These resources include multiple
study abroad opportunities, undergraduate research opportunities,
leadership development programs, educational technology, and student
organizations.