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A LAUNCH Academy student shares his presentation

LAUNCH hosts a night of discovery to close out fall semester

Families, mentors, donors, and staff attended a reception followed by the students' end-of-semester presentations.

December 13, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

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±«Óãtv researchers address literacy needs in Liberia

As part of the Family Literacy Initiative/Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters, Ruby Joseph, MPA, and her team provide preschool educational services and an adult literacy program to some of the poorest families in Monrovia, Liberia.

December 12, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

Kim Read on stage with ±«Óãtv's mascot, Rocky

CFS gathers to celebrate its achievements in 2024

The red carpet was rolled out to welcome the "stars" of the Department of Child and Family Studies to the department's annual fall luncheon.

December 6, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

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CFS professor elected as distinguished fellow of National Academies of Practice

Jason Anthony was invited to join the National Academies of Practice at the organization's most esteemed membership level.

November 22, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

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CFS faculty member appointed to Presidential Advisory Committee on Accessibility

Laura Rodríguez López, EdD, will work with the council to advise the president on issues affecting ±«Óãtv faculty, staff, and students.

November 18, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

Abby Paglia receives a check alongside Anthony Concepción and Heatherann Tenowich

ABA graduate student receives $10K fellowship

Abby Paglia was awarded the 2024-2025 ±«Óãtv Fellowship from Behavioral Consulting of Tampa Bay.

November 8, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

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CFS associate professor receives award from Florida Psychological Association

Rick Weinberg, PhD, was given the Outstanding Contributions to Psychology in the Public Interest award from the Florida Psychological Association.

November 8, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

Christine Rover and car with supplies

CARD assists Red Cross with hurricane recovery efforts

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) staff jumped into action to provide resources and sensory relief items for families in need.

November 4, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

Gabriela Salazar and Yanerys Leon

ABA student receives award at FABA Conference

Gabriela Salazar was honored with the Jose Martinez-Diaz Memorial Award at the 44th Annual Florida Association for Behavior Analysis (FABA) Conference.

October 25, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

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CFS researchers awarded $9.9M to enhance employment services for individuals with disabilities

The project will integrate virtual reality and artificial intelligence technologies into LAUNCH at ±«Óãtv's employment and transition programs to address the critical shortage of skilled labor and promote inclusivity in the workplace.

September 23, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

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MFT students win second place in AAMFT Student Ethics Competition

Two ±«Óãtv students placed second in the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) annual Student Ethics Competition.

September 20, 2024Child and Family Studies, College News

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The Mission of the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences (CBCS) is to advance knowledge through interdisciplinary teaching, research, and service that improves the capacity of individuals, families, and diverse communities to promote productive, satisfying, healthy, and safe lives across the lifespan. CBCS envisions the college as a globally recognized leader that creates innovative solutions to complex conditions that affect the behavior and well-being of individuals, families, and diverse communities.