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Human Development and Family Science

Department of Human Development & Family Science Calendar 2012-2013

(Keep checking back for future events. We will be updating this page frequently throughout the semester).
 

Sept. 5, 2012

4:30-5:30 pm

Boyer Atrium

Meet and Greet Pizza Party

Everyone is welcome to attend!  Catch up with old friends and meet new ones.  Meet your professors, and here more about opportunities within the department.

 

Sept. 9, 2012

6:00-9:00 pm

Professor John's House

(Wo)Men of HDFS Bonfire

The men of HDFS are hosting a bonfire for all of those in the major.  Plan to stop by for some fun, food, and fellowship.

For more information contact Paul Johns.

Oct. 22nd

5:00-9:00

Fundraiser at Sweet Frog

Come out and support the Messiah College Council on Family Relations with delicious frozen yogurt from Sweet Frog! The money raised will help support students attending the National Council on Family Relations Conference (NCFR).  

 

Oct. 30th-Nov. 3rd, 2012

Phoenix, AZ

NCFR Conference

The Department, together with MCCFR, is making plans to take as many students to this conference as possible. Fundraising is under way. Don't miss out on this opportunity. All students are welcome to attend.

Check out the conference website or for more information contact Dr. Raeann Hamon. For financial options contact Rachel Shenk.

Nov. 7th, 2012

4:30-5:30 pm

Parmer Cinema

(Boyer 137)

HDFS Career Conversations with Professionals in Educational Contexts

HDFS/FCSE graduates will share their titles and job descriptions, how the HDFS program prepared them for their careers, and how their faith interfaces with their work.  There will also be time for questions.

Approved for alternate chapel credit.

Nov. 7th, 2012

5:45-7:00 pm

Howe Atrium

Boyer Hall

Family & Consumer Sciences Dinner

Regional FCS teachers and promising high school students are invited to come to a dinner and learn more about the FCSE program here at Messiah.  Current Messiah FCS students, or those interested in the major, are welcome to attend.

By invitation.  If you are interested in attending, contact Dr. Raeann Hamon.

Dec. 2nd, 2012

3:00-5:00

Messiah Village

Christmas Caroling

Join with other HDFS students as we make the short journey to Messiah Village to sing Christmas Carols to the residents.

Stay tuned for more information.

Dec. 2nd, 2012

5:30-8:30 pm

Dr. Hamon's house

HDFS Annual Christmas Party

Everyone is welcome to attend!  Come join us for a time of fellowship and fun!

For more information contact Dr. Raeann Hamon.

Feb. 20th, 2013

Boyer 335

4:30-6:00pm

MCCFR Cocoa and Cookies Kickoff! For more information contact Alyssa White.

Feb. 28th, 2013 - March 3rd, 2013

39th Annual AGHE Conference

The AGHE Annual Meeting and Conference is the premier national forum for discussing ideas and issues in gerontological and geriatric education.

Conference Website

March 20th, 2013

4:30-5:30pm

Parmer Cinema, Boyer Hall (Boyer 137)

HDFS Career Conversations with Professionals in Educational Contexts

HDFS graduates will share their titles and job descriptions, how the HDFS program prepared them for their careers, and how their faith interfaces with their work.  There will also be time for questions.

Approved for Alternate Chapel credit.

March 20th, 2013

5:40-7:00

Private Dining Room

HDFS Career Conversations Mixer and Light Dinner

Students who sign up will have the opportunity to engage in a light meal and a wonderful networking opportunity with the HDFS graduates from the Career Conersations Panel.

Contact Alyssa White for more information

April 3rd, 2013

4:30-5:30

Boyer Atrium

Strategies Forum

Senior studens will be prepared to share tips and pointers with underclassmen about completing the strategies capstone project.

Contact Dr. Hamon for more information.
April 5-6th, 2013

PAFCS Annual Conference

The Pennsylvania Association of Family and Consumer Sciences provides information and resources to empower individuals and strengthen families.

Conference Website

April 7-13, 2013 National Aging Week See display in Eisenhower Commons
April 12-13, 2013 Annual Are You Serious? Retreat For more information contact Paul Johns.

May 3, 2013

Adelphoi Cabin

5:00pm -?

Annual Dept of HDFS Retreat co-hosted by MCCFR

Dinner, games and fun

Transportation is available

Contact Debbie Chopka

To RSVP

May 7, 2013

5:00-7:00pm

Private Dining Room

HDFS Department Senior Banquet (Open to Dept of HDFS Seniors and Faculty)

Contact Debbie Chopka to RSVP by April 29, 2013
 
Plan Ahead...
 

November 6-9, 2013

San Antonio, TX

NCFR Conference

The Department, together with MCCFR, is making plans to take as many students to this conference as possible. Fundraising is under way. Don't miss out on this opportunity. All students are welcome to attend.

Check out the conference website or for more information contact Dr. Raeann Hamon.

April 4-6, 2014

Lancaster, PA

PAFCS Annual Conference

The Pennsylvania Association of Family and Consumer Sciences provides information and resources to empower individuals and strengthen families.

Conference Website

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