Careers in HDFS by HDFS Advising

Family Life Education: Katie & Michael King

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:28:51 UTC

Katie and Michael King, both HDFS graduates, are using their degrees to improve their community! Katie oversees a music studio where she teaches “Let’s Play Music” curriculum, and Michael is the director of “Legacy Kids” – a youth development and parenting coaching program.

Global Outreach & Research-Focused Careers: Brenna Merrill

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:30:24 UTC

Brenna Merrill is an HDFS graduate making a difference with global humanitarian work, and data analyst. Her advice? “Embrace the unique opportunities this degree offers, and you'll find yourself well-prepared for a fulfilling career that makes a positive impact."

Family Finance - HUD Housing Counseling: McKenzie Walsh

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:33:23 UTC

McKenzie Walsh is a Family Finance graduate and Certified HUD Housing Counselor. She educates individuals daily, empowering them to improve their personal finances and achieve their short and long-term goals.

Nonprofit Housing Corporation: Carmelita Salas

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:35:01 UTC

Carmelita Salas, a recent HDFS graduate, works with the Neighborhood Nonprofit Housing Corporation in the Owner Builder program and plays a crucial role in guiding families through the process of building their homes.

Education in Corporate Settings: Leslie Buxton

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:36:13 UTC

Leslie Buxton majored in HDFS and is Training and Development Specialist in HR, facilitating professional development and leadership curriculum for faculty and staff at USU. Leslie notes that a degree in HDFS is both personally and professionally beneficial.

Family Life Education: Brittany Homer

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:37:27 UTC

Brittany Homer is an HDFS alumni and a change maker. Using her skills as a Certified Family Life Educator and her HDFS knowledge, she built Project STAND - a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing exploitation by empowering youth and parents to navigate technology responsibly.

Extension Professor: Tasha Howard

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:39:51 UTC

Tasha Howard is an award-winning Extension Assistant Professor, and an HDFS graduate. The most important thing she learned in her time at USU was that “I can't do it alone. I love the emphasis on working with others. . .My career is one working with people and through all the classes I learned skills to be able to help me do that.”

Family Finance Career Options: Lucas Martin

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:41:55 UTC

Lucas has held positions as an assistant professor with USU Extension, director of the Housing and Financial Counseling Clinic, adjunct professor with BYU Idaho, and is currently the director of Human Services at Bear River Association of Governments (BRAG). There are many ways to apply a degree in HDFS with a Family Finance emphasis!

Global Outreach Strategist - Child & Human Development Careers: Sabrina Trimble

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:42:58 UTC

Sabrina Trimble is a change maker! She is a Global Outreach Strategist for Saprea, a nonprofit organization that helps liberate individuals and society from child sexual abuse and its lasting impacts. Sabrina said her experience with the HDFS major was empowering. She said, "I learned that my voice matters, and I can be an advocate in my community to make a difference."

Early Intervention - Child Development Careers: Kimra Ross

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:44:11 UTC

Kimra is an HDFS statewide graduate who currently works as an early intervention specialist with children between the ages of birth to three who have developmental delays or disabilities.

Extension Professor and HDFS Content Creator: Amanda Christensen

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:45:55 UTC

Amanda Christensen of @utahmoneymoms is an HDFS graduate, and a phenomenal Extension Professor! Amanda has received multiple state and national awards for her service, programs, and leadership.

School Counseling: Emily Pitt Mendoza

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:47:34 UTC

Emily is an HDFS graduate, applying what she learned in her HDFS major to help elementary school children. School counseling requires a graduate degree, and an HDFS undergraduate degree is fantastic preparation for this line of work.

Research-Related Careers: Sybil Cutler

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:49:37 UTC

Sybil is currently pursuing a PhD in Human Development & Family Studies, and completed her undergraduate at USU. Watch as Sybil explains multiple ways you can apply a degree in HDFS to various career opportunities.

Marriage & Family Therapy: Moana Fullmer

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:51:46 UTC

HDFS is a fantastic way to prepare for clinical graduate coursework including Marriage & Family Therapy. Moana completed her undergraduate coursework in HDFS and is now preparing to become a Marriage & Family Therapist.

Family Finance Career Options: KristiLynn Wilkinson

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:53:47 UTC

Are you interested in helping individuals and families with their finances? Then the Family Finance emphasis may be a great fit for you! KristiLynn explains her experience learning about Family Finance and career opportunities.

Family Life Education - Nonprofit Organizations and Developmental Assessments: Calie Gallup

HDFSadvising — 2024-04-02 16:55:25 UTC

Calie uses her background in Child Development to assess child development and teach parents in home and community settings. Learn more about Calie's journey through her education!