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In 1999 the Family Studies Center was established under the direction of the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences. Center directors included Alan J. Hawkins (1999-2001), D. Russell Crane (2001-2007), and Randal D. Day, director (2007- ).

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Description

Established: 1999

Location: Provo, Utah (1999- )

Functions

The Family Studies Center researches the relationship between the family and other important institutions such as governments, schools, and business, as well as social contexts including households, neighborhoods, and cultures. Research findings are presented through publications, conferences, symposia, seminars, and lectures. The center helps organizations design and implement programs to aid couples and individuals in building and sustaining stronger families. The programs are designed to prevent family problems, including family violence, child abuse and neglect, divorce, financial mismanagement, and substance abuse.

Assets and Administrative Structure

The Family Studies Center was administered by a director, under the direction of the college dean.

Associated Units

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

Associated Archival Materials

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Sources

Brigham Young University Undergraduate Catalog, 1999-2000: p. 57 (Alan J. Hawkins, director (1999-2000); functions)

Brigham Young University Undergraduate Catalog, 2001-2002: p. 79 (D. Russell Crane, director (2001-2002))

Brigham Young University Undergraduate Catalog, 2007-2008: p. 69 (Randal D. Day, director (2007-2008))

Maintenance Information

Record ID: EAC-2009-00609

Creator: RSP