VT Human Development & Family Science @VT_HDFS
Official Twitter account for the Department of Human Development & Family Science at Virginia Tech hdfs.vt.edu Blacksburg, VA Joined October 2012-
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#VTGivingDay starts tomorrow at noon. Please donate if you can! Even $5 helps us reach our goal! Please use our link and make sure that HDFS is selected under the fund designation (Area of Support is College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences): givingday.vt.edu/amb/VTHDFS
Are you ready to help us change the game? 💪 Join us TOMORROW at noon as we kick off #VTGivingDay, a 24-hour giving event that brings together #Hokies from all around the world. It all starts here ➡️ give.vt.edu/givingdayvt
Meet Margaret Buxton, a senior passionate about language & early childhood education. Inspired by Bennett, who is deaf & able to hear with the aid of cochlear implants, Margaret is learning sign language to support him at the Child Development Center for Learning & Research. 🫶
“Having someone at the center who is able to sign with Bennett has made a huge impact on his life.” - Sheree Andrews, Bennett's mom. 🫶 The @VT_HDFS Child Development Center for Learning and Research offers amazing opportunities for parents and students. news.vt.edu/articles/2024/…
A new routine, new teachers, and new schools can signal a big adjustment period for schoolchildren. 📚 @VT_HDFS Professor and Children's Emotions Lab Director Cindy Smith shares tips for parents and guardians to help ease stress for students. news.vt.edu/articles/2023/…
August is National Breastfeeding Month, a time to celebrate and encourage mothers, including those with previous substance use disorders, to breastfeed. @FralinBiomed's Brittany Howell says it's important to understand the science and reduce the stigma.➡️news.vt.edu/articles/2023/…
With support from ISCE, @VT_HDFS faculty member Koeun Choi is working to address disparities in math learning. @VtSoc Professor Shannon E. Bell is working to address social inequities and sustainability concerns in the Appalachian herbal industry. 👏 liberalarts.vt.edu/news/articles/…
Congratulations to Caroline B, Master of Science! In her thesis, Caroline found college students who matriculated in 2020 coped better if they had higher tolerance for ambiguity. We had a great time at her defense (see photo evidence). @VT_HDFS
Check out this video done by one of our HDFS faculty members, Dr. Russon. hmpgloballearningnetwork.com/site/pcn/video…
HDFS faculty member, Dr. Cindy Smith, receives Mentor of the Month award!
This three-day program provides participants with a unique opportunity to learn about the university's culture, meet with senior leaders, department heads, and faculty members, and gain valuable insights into life as a faculty member at Virginia Tech.inclusive.vt.edu/Programs/FDP.h…
Looking for a fulfilling summer position? Love working with kids and teens? Follow this link to learn more about Diversity Camp, serving the southwest Virginia area. diversitycamp.org
Calling on our seniors! Friendly reminder to register in advance for our college’s Senior Trivia Night on Wednesday. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥳 Register here ➡️ aimsbbis.vt.edu/CLAHS23Trivia
And at 2:30 I'm presenting research on transitions between dating and friendship for same-sex and mixed-sex teen couples! (Palm Room 1, FT17) #SRA2023 @SRAdolescence
This year, our very own Dr. Dolbin-McNab received an award for graduate academic advising! Read the article below to learn more about Dr. Dolbin-McNab's experience as an advisor, and how her background as a therapist has prepared her for this role. vtx.vt.edu/articles/2023/…
Human Development and Family Science undergraduate students Caleigh Hampton & Chloe Guenette, along with graduate student Mari Tarantino, have been inducted into the prestigious honors society, Phi Kappa Phi.@phikappaphi
📣Job Alert!📣 ChildCare Aware of Virginia is looking to hire a Regional Manager for Child Care Resources & Referrals. How to apply: Send a letter of interest and current résumé to [email protected] vachildcare.com
Former HDFS department chair gets praise she rightfully deserves! Thank you Dr. Few-Demo for making our department stronger. vtx.vt.edu/articles/2023/…
United Way of Southwest Virginia is seeking a Research Intern who is passionate about working to improve the education, health, and financial well-being of children and families in Southwest Virginia. To see the full job description and apply, visit unitedwayswva.bamboohr.com/careers

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