Students from Human Development and Family Sciences Club spent their Saturday volunteering at Vina Moses, supporting an organization that provides essential free aid to over 8,000 people annually—from those experiencing homelessness to families struggling to make ends meet.

Lexi Geampa's journey from homelessness to OSU graduation shows how one caring mentor can change a life. Now she's using her HDFS degree to help others.

The HDFS program is strengthening its partnership with Linn-Benton Community College to support students interested in transferring to OSU. As part of the collaboration, LBCC students and faculty recently visited campus to tour facilities, meet advisors, explore resources, visit the OSU Child Development Center, and enjoy lunch in the Memorial Union.

Associate Professor of Practice Barb Brody, Professor Shannon Lipscomb and Assistant Professor of Practice Megan Pratt received the National ESP Diversity Team Award from Epsilon Sigma Phi (ESP) for their submission, "Tri-Learner Model of Extension Collaboration: Local-State-Campus Partnership.”

Lexi Geampa shares her journey from teaching and research to advocating for youth. Learn how scholarships have shaped her career path and her passion for supporting children and families.

Undergraduate researchers presented findings on diverse health topics while developing critical thinking and presentation skills through the Healthy Discoveries/URSA Engage Ambassador Program.

We celebrate the outstanding graduate student researchers from the College of Health who showcased their innovative discoveries and scientific accomplishments at the 2025 Graduate Research Symposium.

Associate Professor Kelly Chandler authored a chapter in the forthcoming book "Work-Family Ready: Navigating Your Job While Parenting Teens," published by Parent Ready! The book aims to help working parents and their employers better navigate the challenges of work-family fit during the teen years.

Lily Volger reflects on her internship at OSU's Child Development Center and her plans to improve the lives of children and families through early education.

OSU-Cascades Honors student Margaret Martin blends public health and communication through honors research and faculty mentorship.

OSU’s Healthy Aging Club took action when Samaritan Village’s activity bus broke, helping secure $65,000+ in funding. Learn how students used grant writing skills to restore transportation for older adults in Corvallis.

A new tool for measuring resilience in young children has been developed by Shannon Lipscomb, Alexis Merculief, and Beth Phelps, supporting early childhood development by providing a reliable assessment method.