Family Resource Center
Mission
The Family Resource Center (FRC) is a student training/internship site for Child Development and Family Studies (CDFS) students who desire to gain experience in family services and parent education. As a byproduct of this student training, the FRC will serve an emerging population of important students on college campuses: students with dependents.
Program Objectives
- To increase training/internship opportunities for CDFS students in family services and parenting.
- To improve sense of belonging, wellbeing, and persistence among students with dependents in the areas of child development, parenting, resiliency, and campus resources.
Services Offered for Students with Dependents:
Workshops
Clothing and Toy Exchange
Baby Supplies
Parent Support Group
Monthly playgroups
Community events
Guide to campus resources and support
*A parent/guardian must remain at the center with their children at all times.
- Must be a student parent (a parent or legal guardian of at least one dependent child).
- Must be currently enrolled at
Coming soon
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