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Making a difference through research and practice


The University of Delaware’s Department of Human Development and Family Sciences is an academic unit that prepares undergraduate and graduate students for a career in early childhood education, family studies or human services.

We value diversity, inclusion and the promotion of positive human development within the rapidly changing global environment in which we live. By providing a rigorous curriculum and practical field experience, our students develop the skills to become leaders in their fields. Our students have the opportunity to work closely with faculty members to conduct research and provide service throughout the region, country and world.

We are here to help you help others

Our programs prepare students to make a difference by working in areas such as family and community services, non-profits, family law, disability services, counseling and early childhood education.

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B. S. Early Childhood Education

By combining intensive coursework with multiple field placements, our students graduate with the skills necessary to succeed in inclusive classrooms.

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B.S. Human Services

Graduates join the fields of human services, psychology, public policy, and social work helping to support individuals and families in their communities.

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B.S. Human Relations Administration

This program teaches students how to facilitate workplace training and navigate legal aspects of workplace administration.

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Human Resources Scholarship Recipients

For the third year in a row, students in the College of Education and Human Development have been awarded scholarships by the Delaware chapter of
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Tia Barnes Featured in WalletHub

Recent data suggests that Americans are doubling down on their worst habits (e.g., unnecessary spending, excessive drinking, and eating, binge-watching, etc.) to cope with the stress of
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Bahira Trask on Looking Forward Podcast

Jeff Ostroff speaks with world-renowned anthropologist and family trends expert, Dr. Bahira Trask, as she discusses changes in family structures here and abroad, the impact
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Listening To Black Girls In Delaware

UD researcher surveying Black girls to help reduce disparities A University of Delaware researcher is surveying the experiences of Black girls in Delaware to better
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Ellen Kropiewnicki Portrait

I am currently in my practicum year as a Montessori teacher and could not have made it here without UD. Being an ECE major at UD was an amazing opportunity. I got to see classrooms with children from infancy to 2nd grade. This gave me the chance to find what I was most passionate about and helped me get to where I am today. Best of luck to all who decide to join the ECE field, it is a rewarding one to say the least.

Ellen Kropiewnicki

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Human Development and Family Sciences

Department of Human Development & Family Sciences •  111 Alison Hall West •  Newark, DE 19716 • Phone: 302-831-6500 • Fax: 302-831-8776 • hdfs-dept@udel.edu

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