Directors: Myra Bluebond-Langner, Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice
J.W. (Bill) Whitlow, Jr., Psychology

Faculty Advisers:

Joe Barbarese, English
Stuart Charme, Philosophy and Religion
Sheila Cosminsky, Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice
Janet Golden, History
Drew Humphries, Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice
Don Rainey, Director, Teacher Preparation Program
Nancy Rosoff, Assistant Dean
Carol Singley, English

The minor in childhood studies promotes the study of the lives and experiences of children from a multidisciplinary perspective that emphasizes viewing children as active participants in their own worlds as well as the worlds of others. It is understood that children are capable of interpreting the behavior of others and forging a course of action based on those interpretations. The field of childhood studies is designed to provide instruction and information to everyone interested in children and childhood, including those directly responsible for ministering to children`s needs and those formulating policies affecting their lives and futures.