36 episodes

Informal Conversations With Family Science Majors About Their Professional Journeys--Listen as Erica sits down with alumni from the field of Human Development and Family Science (also known as Human Development and Family Studies and many other names) to discuss their academic and career trajectories. Learn about college, graduate school, and many career options in this interdisciplinary field of study.

The HDFS Careers Podcast Erica Jordan

    • Business
    • 4.8 • 12 Ratings

Informal Conversations With Family Science Majors About Their Professional Journeys--Listen as Erica sits down with alumni from the field of Human Development and Family Science (also known as Human Development and Family Studies and many other names) to discuss their academic and career trajectories. Learn about college, graduate school, and many career options in this interdisciplinary field of study.

    30: Dr. Blankemeyer & Dr. Walker Discuss Finding HDFS as First-Gen Students & Career Advice for Students

    30: Dr. Blankemeyer & Dr. Walker Discuss Finding HDFS as First-Gen Students & Career Advice for Students

    In this special edition of The HDFS Careers Podcast, I interviewed Dr. Maureen Blankemeyer and Dr. Kathleen Walker who are both faculty at Kent State University and who are both well-known researchers in the area of family sciences careers. Dr. Blankemeyer earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Bowling Green State University and a master’s degree in family relations and child development and Ph.D. in human environmental sciences–both from Oklahoma State University. She is currently an associate professor at Kent State University. Dr. Walker earned Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Pre-Art Therapy from Kansas State University, A Master’s of Science in Art Therapy from Emporia State University, and a Ph.D. in Family Life Education and Consultation from Kansas State University. She is currently an Associate Professor in the School of Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences at Kent State University. During this interview, they discuss their own professional journeys and their experiences as first-generation college students. They also provide advice for students gleaned from working with many students over the course of their careers.

    • 1 hr 21 min
    29: Jasmine Discusses Working as a Grant Director for Upward Bound in Higher Education

    29: Jasmine Discusses Working as a Grant Director for Upward Bound in Higher Education

    In this episode, I share my interview with Jasmine Johnson. Jasmine earned a bachelor’s degree Human Development and Family Science from Kent State University and a master’s degree in Instructional Design from Western Governors University. She is currently working as a Grant Director for Upward Bound at Miami Dade College Homestead. In this episode, she discusses finding HDFS and her professional experiences to date. As is true for all interviewees on this podcast, Jasmine’s views are her own as private citizens and do not reflect the views of her current, former, or future employers.

    • 1 hr 6 min
    28: Anacleta (Annie) Discusses Working in Early Childhood Mental Health

    28: Anacleta (Annie) Discusses Working in Early Childhood Mental Health

    This episode features Anacleta C. Schmidt (also known as Annie). Annie earned a bachelor's degree in Child Development from San Diego State University. She also earned a master's degree in Early Childhood Mental Health and a Graduate Certificate as an Early Childhood Socio-Emotional Behavior Regulation Intervention Specialist (EC-SEBRIS) from San Diego State University. During this interview, she discusses her work as a Mental Health Program Specialist for Head Start with a nonprofit organization in San Diego, California and her professional experiences to date. As is true for all interviewees on this podcast, Annie's views are her own as a private citizen and do not reflect the views of her current, former, or future employers.You can subscribe and listen at...Spotify: https://lnkd.in/emk-PJFu (https://lnkd.in/emk-PJFu)Amazon Music: https://lnkd.in/er38eGPi (https://lnkd.in/er38eGPi)Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ez8dHat (https://lnkd.in/ez8dHat)Google Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e_mtYuZN (https://lnkd.in/e_mtYuZN)

    • 1 hr 22 min
    27: Jessica Discusses Working as a Chief Program Officer for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank

    27: Jessica Discusses Working as a Chief Program Officer for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank

    This episode features Jessica Morgan who works as the Chief Program Officer for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank (https://www.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org/#). Jessica earned a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Kent State University. During this interview, she discusses her experience working as the Chief Program Officer for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank and her professional experiences that led her to that position. As is true for all interviewees on this podcast, Jessica's views are her own as a private citizen and do not reflect the views of her current, former, or future employers.Support the Greater Cleveland Food Bank by volunteering or making a donation (https://www.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org/give-help).Mentioned on this episode: Feeding America - https://www.feedingamerica.org/ (https://www.feedingamerica.org/)For more episodes and inspiration, visit www.HDFSCareers.com (www.HDFSCareers.com).You can subscribe and listen at...Spotify: https://lnkd.in/emk-PJFu (https://lnkd.in/emk-PJFu)Amazon Music: https://lnkd.in/er38eGPi (https://lnkd.in/er38eGPi)Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ez8dHat (https://lnkd.in/ez8dHat)Google Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e_mtYuZN (https://lnkd.in/e_mtYuZN)

    • 47 min
    26: Heather Discusses Working in Foster Care Case Management

    26: Heather Discusses Working in Foster Care Case Management

    This episode features Heather Cruz-Holley (https://www.cleangels.org/heather-cruz-holley.html) who works as a case manager for Cleveland Angels (https://www.cleangels.org/). Heather earned a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in Child and Youth Development from Kent State University. During this interview, she discusses her experience working as a case manager for a family care nonprofit organization and her professional experiences that led her to that position. As is true for all interviewees on this podcast, Heather's views are her own as a private citizen and do not reflect the views of her current, former, or future employers.Support Cleveland Angels by following them on social media (https://www.instagram.com/clevelandangelsnonprofit/) or making a donation (https://www.cleangels.org/donate.html).For more episodes, exploration inspiration, or to make a suggestion for the podcast, visit www.HDFSCareers.com (www.HDFSCareers.com).

    • 32 min
    25: Bradley Discusses Working in Youth Programs

    25: Bradley Discusses Working in Youth Programs

    Bradley earned a master’s degree in Public Administration and a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in Youth Development from Kent State University. He is currently the Senior Director of J Kids and Special Projects at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore. In this episode, he discusses how he found the field of HDFS and his professional experiences to date. As is true for all interviewees on this podcast, Bradley’s views are his own as a private citizen and do not reflect the views of his current, former, or future employers.

    • 35 min

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