UNC’s HEELS 2 Transition will offer 2 programs this summer, HEELS Prep and HEELS UP, for young adults between the 18-26 who have intellectual disabilities or developmental disabilities with a cognitive impairment. Learn more: go.unc.edu/H2T

Get insights from @DrEricaJordan about searching for a job in #FamilyScience — new webinar recording available! ow.ly/mqqi50HUFTe Free for members & NCFR CFLE classroom licensing available. #WeAreFamilyScience

Maggie Robertson, a student in our HDFS_UNC program, enjoys being able to help others through her internship with the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and plans to use what she has learned in the program in her future career in patient care ➡️ bit.ly/3BKCIpz

We are proud to have Cameron Baker in the HDFS program at UNC. unc.edu/discover/gdtba…

As we finish up Black History Month, please take some time to learn about some amazing Black family scientists! These scholars’ influential work emphasize the strengths and dynamic processes in Black families, and systemic factors that influence the wellbeing of Black families.

Considering HDFS as a major? Application deadline for Fall 2022 is April 12th! Click here to learn more about the application process: ed.unc.edu/.../human.../h…

Congratulations to HDFS Senior, Hannah Spitzer, on this honor! We are proud of you. Hannah Spitzer receives FPG's Barbara Davis Goldman Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research fpg.unc.edu/news/hannah-sp…

Congratulations, Sarah! HDFS Class of 2022

Congrats, Abby!

Shout out to HDFS! "My favorite class at UNC has been EDUC 325: Introduction to Counseling. It made me look at mental health through a new lens and taught me how important it is to ask for help because no one can figure out everything on their own." ramsclub.com/student-athlet…

In support of the individuals, families, and communities affected by today’s school shooting, we have assembled resources to help cope in the aftermath of a school shooting. Use and Share this NCFR Resource Collection for Coping ncfr.org/resources/reso…

Excited to share that I’m hiring a full time research assistant for my K23 examining a virtual reality supplement to cognitive behavioral therapy for adolescents hospitalized for suicide-reared crises. Come work with me! unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/231633

Many thanks to Dr. Dorothy Espelage for her mentorship of these HDFS majors/alums. We are proud of Nadin, Grace, and Katheryn!! The Impact of Islamophobia on Muslim Students: A Systematic Review of the Literature tandfonline.com/eprint/433ER7U…

When Ukrainians 🇺🇦 reached out to UNC-Chapel Hill researchers for expertise to help families who care for autistic children dealing with the uncertainty of war, @KaraHume1 and colleagues quickly developed easy-to-use resources translated to Ukrainian and Russian ➡️ unc.live/3QaMvvI

We hope your Family Science elevator pitch is coming along *swimmingly*! Our guide is always available to help: ow.ly/8T1850Kb9Wc #WeAreFamilyScience #ElevatorPitch

Earlier, we shared HDFS_UNC grad Tatiana Aguilar was off to #PropeltheWorld through an internship at CDC ➡️ unc.live/3iAm56X She recently shared an update: She's presented research at 2 conferences, winning 🥇 at one, and received Project Imhotep's Bill Jenkins Award!

Hoping to make this semester a successful one? Faculty member Jeff Greene isn't really here anymore. has some tips to help you learn more effectively & efficiently. 🗃️ Flashcards work. 📅 Don't cram. Space out your studying. 💡 You can get better at anything. And more ⬇️ unc.live/3QIOTtk

For many young people, social media play a major part in their relationships. Faculty member Dr. Dorothy Espelage tells WCHL & Chapelboro that it's more important than ever for parents to engage their children in conversations about healthy relationships. bit.ly/3dxCjif

HDFS@UNC is proud to know and work with Drs. Boyd and Hume!