The Family, Youth and Community Sciences Department enhances lifelong learning and the personal, social, economic and environmental well-being of diverse individuals, families and communities through state-of-the art Extension, research and teaching programs. 

What we do:

• We apply research-based information through innovative outreach programs. 
• We extend the frontiers of knowledge through research and other scholarly endeavors.
• We build and enhance student competencies for successful careers.
• We further advance the skills and knowledge of the department's faculty members through continued education and professional development.