. College of Human Environmental Sciences

University of Kentucky Undergraduate Bulletin

2002-2003

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"Deciding to enter the College of Human Environmental Sciences was one of the most important decisions of my college career. I entered in my Junior year to an educationally stimulating and rewarding learning environment. My teachers made personal relationships with students and had a dedication unparalleled in helping us achieve excellence in our chosen fields. The staff is also very supportive. I was encouraged to become involved in the college Honor Society, Phi Upsilon Omicron, as well as, the College Ambassador Program. The close knit, family atmosphere along with the challenging class environment has prepared me for a competitive career." 

                                   -- Nikia Myers, Dietetics Senior
                                      and College Ambassador

Retia Scott Walker, Ph.D., is Dean of the College of Human Environmental Sciences; Claudia Peck-Heath, Ph.D., is Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies; Bonnie Tanner, Ph.D., is Associate Dean for Extension.

SPECIAL APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR HUMAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Coordinated Program in Dietetics -- Upper division program applicants (students who have 71 semester hours of lower division courses - special application, transcript(s), and recommendations are due by:


Major in Interior Design -- Upper division program applicants - special application, transcript(s), and portfolio are due by:

Human Environmental Sciences provides science-based programs that deal with human beings in their environmental contexts. It is concerned with the interaction between people and their social, cultural, economic and political environments. The focus is on improving lives of individuals and families in their home, work, community and world environments. The areas of study are directly tied to specialized fields and professional careers.

Men and women of all ages, races and various nationalities -- with a wide range of aptitudes and interests -- comprise the student body of the college. The diverse faculty have won many honors for their scholarship and research. The College of Human Environmental Sciences remains central to the mission of a land grant university where improving life for youth and families is a priority.

Offering individualized attention, the college prepares students for professional roles through academic work, practicum or field experience, and research.

There are three departments and one school in the College of Human Environmental Sciences - the departments of Family Studies, Merchandising, Apparel, and Textiles, and Nutrition and Food Science; and the School of Interior Design.

Accreditations and Approvals

All undergraduate programs in the College of Human Environmental Sciences are accredited by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences.

Additionally, all programs and facilities which can be accredited or approved have achieved that recognition:

Unique Features of the College Facilities and Services

Research Center for Families and Children; Early Childhood Laboratory; Model Infant Day Care Center; Betty D. Eastin Historic Costume Collection; Kelsay Kitchen; Computer Laboratory; Interior Design studios and gallery; The Family Center (personal and marriage counseling); Research and Development Center for School-Age Child Care and Early Childhood; Nutrition Research laboratories.

Undergraduate Programs in Human Environmental Sciences

The University of Kentucky grants the following degrees in the College of Human Environmental Sciences:


Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Family Studies complete a major in interdisciplinary early childhood education.

Minors Offered

The following minors are available:

Scholarships

Over fifty scholarships are awarded each year to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in programs in the College of Human Environmental Sciences. A complete listing of scholarships and application criteria is available from the Office of the Dean.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

All students in the College of Human Environmental Sciences must satisfy the following requirements:

  1. Complete University Studies requirements.

  2. Complete the College requirements listed below.

  3. Complete 128* credit hours with a minimum grade-point average of 2.0.**

  4. Complete the required curriculum in the major program of the student's choice.

  5. Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education Majors and Family and Consumer Sciences Education Majors only -- all students in these majors must apply and be admitted to the professional Teacher Education Program in order to complete the program. (See the College of Education section for additional information regarding admission to the Teacher Education Program.)

    *Interior Design requires 132 hours for graduation.

    **Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education and Family and Consumer Sciences Education require a grade-point average of 2.5 for teacher certification.

College Requirements
HES 100 An Introduction to Professions in Human Environmental Sciences 1
HES 400 Concepts in Human Environmental Sciences: Integration and Application 2
One course in Human Environmental Sciences, outside the student's major prefix 3

Advising

All new students are assigned a faculty advisor during their first semester in the College of Human Environmental Sciences. The Freshman Advising and Retention program (FAR) is a unique service of the college. Designed to enhance student-faculty relationships and interaction, each freshman student and advisor meet several times during the critical adjustment period of the first semester on campus. A follow-up study of the FAR program has shown significant increases in student satisfaction of their first year college experience and increased retention into the sophomore year.

For more information, contact:

College of Human Environmental Sciences
103 Erikson Hall
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0050

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