Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Science are required to complete an internship before graduation, a cornerstone of the program that bridges classroom theory with hands-on practice. Faculty say the experience is designed to prepare graduates for careers in human services, education, counseling, and related fields by immersing them in professional […]
It’s our pleasure to introduce Sally Hunter, Ph.D., who serves as a dedicated educator and advisor within HDFS. Through my interactions with Hunter, Ph.D., her abundant enthusiasm has been contagious not only to our staff and faculty, but also to our students whom she serves with energy and encouragement. This led us to ask how she […]
My Journey to Counselor Education at the University of TennesseeI’m originally from Cleveland, Ohio, and after completing my master’s degree, I felt ready to begin a new chapter beyond my hometown. While working as a teaching assistant at Cleveland State University, a professor I deeply admired encouraged me to consider pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor […]
The College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences celebrated their faculty and staff two weeks ago at a ceremony to bestow awards on those who have gone above and beyond for our college and its departments. Four distinguished persons from our department received awards for their dedication and excellence to our students, faculty, and staff […]
We are delighted to announce that Cole Green, one of our HDFS Ph.D. candidates, has been awarded the prestigious Yates Dissertation Fellowship. Established in June 2000 through a generous bequest from the estate of Arthur E. Yates (1915–1997), president of Yates Bleachery Company and a dedicated friend of the University of Tennessee, the Yates Dissertation […]
When asking an undergraduate student, “What do you want to major in?” how often do you hear the response, “I’m not sure, but I know I want to help people”? Typically, this leads to suggestions of “helping professions” such as nursing, teaching, or first responders. However, does a major in Human Development and Family Science […]
We are pleased to introduce Ms. Amber Dispanet, a Master’s Grad student with CHDFS who was willing to share her experience with us. Many wonder what it’s like to come to UT, work with the faculty, and how to set up a social sphere within the college environment. We think Amber gives great advice and […]
It’s our pleasure to introduce Megan Haselschwerdt, Ph.D., professor in HDFS, and soon to be HDFS Graduate Program Director. Though my interactions with Haselschwerdt, Ph.D. I’ve seen her passion and depth of knowledge in her study and how she utilizes her research and skill to better those around her both professionally and personally. This led […]
Ms. Amber Love is a UT alumni from our School Counseling program. We asked her to share her experience with us and she was excited to do so: “From a young age, I always knew that I wanted to be in a “helping” profession. My mother was a teacher and, while I never saw myself […]
Counseling would like to introduce it’s own LeAnn Wills, Chi Sigma Iota’s Upsilon Theta Chapter President, to speak about it’s presence here at UT and their excellent work in our community: Chi Sigma Iota (CSI) Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society is the international honor society for counseling students, professionals, and counselor educators. CSI is dedicated to promoting and recognizing excellence in scholarship, professionalism, leadership, and research in professional counseling practice. Here […]
