We study human development across the lifespan, from infancy to old age, using an interdisciplinary perspective. We prepare you for careers in research, teaching, and direct service.
Our faculty is made up of family scientists, marriage and family therapists, developmental psychologists, sociologists and gerontologists. By choosing to study with us, you will have the opportunity to apprentice with highly regarded scholars who engage in cutting edge research.
We focus on how individuals are influenced by family processes as well as how individuals and families are influenced by their social context such as socioeconomic status, race/ethnicity, and community characteristics. Our graduate students work with faculty who approach these issues in various ways including:
Current and prospective graduate students may peruse our Graduate Handbooks for answers to frequently asked questions.
Join our Graduate Student Organization to improve your career development and connect with other students.
Donna Hancock received a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Science in May 2012.