May 23, 2018
The center consists of two main programs; Covenant BodyMind Initiative (CBMI) and
United Future Leaders (UFL) that both offer opportunities for youth to interacting
with each other and the community in positive ways.
tags: HS Faculty, hdfs
College of Health & Human Sciences
As one of the four original colleges at Texas Tech University at its founding, the
College of Health & Human Sciences has a rich history investing in students, preparing
them to make an impact on the world around them. The College of Health & Human Sciences
provides multidisciplinary education, research, and service focused on individuals,
families, and their environments to improve and enhance the human condition. When
they graduate, our students are making an impact as educators, health care professionals,
financial planners, hospitality managers, fashion merchandisers, designers, counselors,
and nutritionists. Faculty, staff, and students advance research concerning individual,
social, and economic development in a multidisciplinary environment to benefit families
and individuals in a diverse global community. Outreach is also provided to individuals,
organizations, and communities to help improve the society in which we live.
Human Development and Family Sciences
The mission of the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) is to
promote the health and well-being of individuals, families and relationships across
the life span through research, teaching, service and community outreach and engagement.
HDFS offers a wide range of courses in the areas of early childhood, human development,
interpersonal relations and family studies. Graduates of the department become qualified
to pursue a variety of careers in education, human services, health care, advocacy
and business, and/or pursue graduate studies. Learn more about HDFS majors below.
Center for Adolescent Resiliency
The Center for Adolescent Resiliency in the Human Development and Family Studies department
provides a caring environment in which middle-school and high-school students can
develop healthy academic, social, and physical habits. The center's programs foster
youth development through cultivating healthy habits, self-confidence, and leadership
skills. Learn more about the programs: