Brigham Young University. Dept. of Family Sciences

The Department of Family Sciences was placed in the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences in 1982. The Department Chairs were: Kay P. Edwards (1982-1984); Robert F. Stahmann (1984-1990); Terrance D. Olson (1990-1996); James M. Harper (1996-1999).

Variant Names

Brigham Young University. College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences. Dept. of Family Sciences

Brigham Young University. Family Sciences Dept.

Description

Established: 1982

Abolished: 1999

Location: Provo, Utah (1982-1999)

Functions

The primary objectives of the Department of Family Sciences are: 1) to educate students in depth for occupational careers that involve working with children, individuals, and families in meeting their developmental, behavioral, relationship, financial, and consumption needs; and 2) to help students develop skills in working with children and families, problem-solving, and resource management.

Assets and Administrative Structure

The Department of Family Sciences was a department within the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences. The Department Chair was under the direction of the Dean of the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences.

Associated Units

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences (1982-1999)

Earlier unit: Brigham Young University. Dept. of Child Development and Family Relationships (1982)

Earlier unit: Brigham Young University. Dept. of Family Resource Management (1982)

Later unit: Brigham Young University. College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences. Family Studies Program (1983)

Later unit: Brigham Young University. School of Family Life (1999)

Associated Archival Materials

Sources

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1982-1983: p. 350 (Kay P. Edwards, Chair)

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1984-1985: p. 115 (Robert F. Stahmann, Chair)

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1990-1991: p. 136 (Terrance D. Olson, Chair)

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1996-1997: p. 180 (James M. Harper, Chair)

Maintenance Information

Record ID: EAC-2009-00263

Creator: LFW