A new study by Oregon State University researchers finds that Head Start can make a positive impact in the lives of some of its highest risk children, both academically and behaviorally.
Tag: Human Development and Family Sciences
The “empty nest” of past generations, in which the kids are grown up and middle-aged adults have more time to themselves, has been replaced in the United States by a nest that’s full – kids who can’t leave, can’t find a job and aging parents who need more help than ever before.
Playing games may be fun and exciting for young children – but researchers have found they also can be academically beneficial. Human Development and Family Studies PhD student Sara Schmitt is finding out just how much.
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Capture the moment
“I think it just describes a silly side of me and shows how much fun I was having on that trip,” says Human Development and Family Sciences senior Marissa Ching. “The first time you visit Machu Picchu is magical, and I am so blessed to have experienced it.” Marissa is describing the photo that won her a first place award in the International Degree and Education Abroad program’s 2012 study abroad photo contest.
Public Health at Oregon State is a big tent that covers more than 90 percent of the factors that affect our health and well-being. Our signature strengths are in prevention and wellness across the life-span. Public Health at Oregon State is integrated into each of our degree programs and is found in everything we teach, learn, research, and we serve.
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The Cambodian spirit, a glimpse
A human development and family sciences major at Oregon State University, Molly will over the coming months assist Pathways with child sponsorship reporting, grant writing and other tasks that will benefit from her native English skills.