ISU Department of Human Development & Family Studies - HDFS

ISU Department of Human Development & Family Studies - HDFS Human development and family studies (HDFS)

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From studying abroad to finding purpose beyond the traditional classroom ✨📚, Iowa State grad Sydney Miller embraced ever...
06/04/2026

From studying abroad to finding purpose beyond the traditional classroom ✨📚, Iowa State grad Sydney Miller embraced every opportunity to grow during her time at Iowa State.

Through hands-on experiences, campus involvement, and meaningful connections, Sydney discovered how education and leadership can make an impact far beyond a classroom setting. Read her full student spotlight to learn more about her journey ❤️💛

Faculty and staff from the HDFS department recently attended the Iowa Head Start Association Spring Conference, where mo...
05/18/2026

Faculty and staff from the HDFS department recently attended the Iowa Head Start Association Spring Conference, where more than 200 early childhood professionals from across Iowa gathered to exchange ideas, resources, and best practices for supporting children and families.

Our team connected with educators, program leaders, and community partners while showcasing HDFS IDEA Alliance programs. Interest was so strong that booth materials and swag disappeared within the first hour. Pictured at the booth are Celia Shedd, Kere Hughes-Belding, and Heather Rouse.

The conference highlighted the vital role Head Start programs play in delivering flexible, community-based services and partnering with families to support children’s development. We’re grateful for the opportunity to share how HDFS programs at Iowa State University help strengthen Iowa’s early childhood workforce.

Commencement for the College of Health and Human Sciences is tonight, May 16, at 7 p.m. in Hilton Coliseum! 🎓 Can't be t...
05/16/2026

Commencement for the College of Health and Human Sciences is tonight, May 16, at 7 p.m. in Hilton Coliseum! 🎓

Can't be there in person? Tune into the livestream: https://bit.ly/4uX3LbA

Health and Human Sciences graduates, your moment has arrived!Our college convocation is today, May 15, at 1 p.m. in Hilt...
05/15/2026

Health and Human Sciences graduates, your moment has arrived!

Our college convocation is today, May 15, at 1 p.m. in Hilton Coliseum. Today is all about celebrating you and the hard work and achievements that brought you here.

Reminder: event policies will be enforced, including a clear bag policy. Please make sure your guests are prepared—full details are available here: https://bit.ly/49RYMk2

A livestream of the convocation is available, so friends and family can be part of the celebration from anywhere.

We can't wait to celebrate you, Class of 2026!

Congratulations to Erin Line, who has been named the University Marshal for the College of Health and Human Sciences. Li...
05/14/2026

Congratulations to Erin Line, who has been named the University Marshal for the College of Health and Human Sciences. Line is graduating summa cm laude with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies and a minor in psychology, gaining extensive experience through roles including a teaching assistant at ChildServe in Ames and an intern at Orchard Place. She will continue her work in the field this summer as a family support worker intern at Jenda Family Services while pursuing a master’s degree in social work at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. We're so proud of you, Erin!

Read more about the Spring 2026 Graduating Senior Awards: https://bit.ly/4wu9QgS

Congratulations to Catheryn Hockaday, a health and human sciences program manager with Iowa State University Extension a...
05/06/2026

Congratulations to Catheryn Hockaday, a health and human sciences program manager with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the 2026 Iowa State Outstanding Student Organization Advisor of the Year.

As the ISU Boxing Club advisor, she's guiding leadership decisions, ensuring safety in a high-risk sport, and showing up again and again.

Catheryn's impact goes well beyond any job description. In her words, the gym has become a family. And for many students, their first real “home” on campus.

Congratulations, Catheryn, on a well-earned and deeply meaningful honor. 🥊

Congratulations to Kere Hughes-Belding on being named the Nancy Rygg Armbrust Professor, recognizing her sustained excel...
04/29/2026

Congratulations to Kere Hughes-Belding on being named the Nancy Rygg Armbrust Professor, recognizing her sustained excellence and leadership in early childhood development, education and community-engaged scholarship.

Hughes-Belding was one of five faculty and staff members from Human Development and Family Studies honored at the 2026 College of Health and Human Sciences awards ceremony.

We are proud of the meaningful contributions our faculty and staff make to students, colleagues and communities through their leadership, research and service.

Read more about Dr. Hughes-Belding's honor and contributions here: https://hdfs.hs.iastate.edu/news/hughes-belding-named-nancy-rygg-armbrust-professor/

The Department of Human Development and Family Studies congratulates four faculty and staff members recognized with 2026...
04/22/2026

The Department of Human Development and Family Studies congratulates four faculty and staff members recognized with 2026 College of Health and Human Sciences awards for excellence in administration, teaching and research.

Business administrator Mary Jane McCunn received the Professional and Scientific Distinguished Service in Administration award for her leadership supporting departmental operations, academic functions, and long‑term effectiveness.

Teaching professor Meghan Gillette received the Term Faculty Distinguished Service award for her contributions to shared governance, evidence‑based teaching, and graduate education.

Professor Jonathan Fox received the Career Achievement in Teaching award for sustained instructional excellence and leadership in financial counseling and planning education, including curriculum innovation and distance learning.

Professor Carl Weems received the Career Achievement in Research award for his internationally recognized scholarship advancing understanding of trauma, resilience, and developmental psychopathology.

Learn more about these honorees and the full list of 2026 CHHS award recipients: https://bit.ly/4tWeYID

Smart money starts with smart habits. 💡Dr. Charles Chaffin shares insights on zero-based budgeting with WalletHub, highl...
04/22/2026

Smart money starts with smart habits. 💡

Dr. Charles Chaffin shares insights on zero-based budgeting with WalletHub, highlighting practical ways to take control of your finances. We’re proud to have faculty who lead by example and empower our Financial Counseling & Planning students to guide others toward financial wellness.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Qn1gQQ

Know your value and be ready to advocate for it! Join a virtual salary negotiation presentation on Wednesday, April 8, f...
04/05/2026

Know your value and be ready to advocate for it! Join a virtual salary negotiation presentation on Wednesday, April 8, from 12:05 to 12:55 p.m., to learn practical strategies for negotiating pay when you’re offered a job. The session will be held on Webex. Find details and how to join at this link: https://bit.ly/4cosIGb

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