Helping Children Combat Stress

Alice Honig publishes new book with insights from 30+ years experience

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Department of Child and Family Studies

Welcome to the Department of Child and Family Studies

Child and Family Studies offers bachelor of science (B.S.), master of arts (M.A.), master of science (M.S.), and doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in child and family studies. Students gain a broad knowledge of issues affecting child development and the family unit preparing to work closely with children and families in diverse settings.

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STUDENTS IN ACTION

• Learn about the Bernice M. Wright Child Development Laboratory
• Learn about the Quality Infant and Toddler Caregiving Workshop
• Forms and Information for Current Students

Joanne Mudd Supports Cultural Enrichment at BMW Lab School

From visits to local museums to Symphony Kids performances and a collaboration with SU’s music education program,  SU alumna Joanne Kerbs Mudd ’69 offers children opportunities to enhance artistic and creative development and appreciation.

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Bernice M. Wright
Learning Laboratory

Students in the Department of Child and Family Studies gain hands on experience in the Bernice M. Wright Child Development Laboratory School

Bernice M. Wright is located on the SU campus and is a high-quality inclusive early childhood education program accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Students gain specialized training working with children and their families where they learn about curriculum development and receive practical training in child development and early childhood education.

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Welcome to the Department of Child and Family Studies

Ambika Krishnakumar, Ph.D. serves as the department chair of Child and Family Studies

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