APLU Board on Health & Human Sciences (BHHS)

The BHHS holistically advances human health, development, and economic vitality to achieve a healthy, resilient, and sustainable world.

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Our very own Executive Director, Dr. Kelly Dalton, was featured on the @CHSatAU How Very Human Sciences podcast! 🎙️

[AU Human Sciences @CHSatAU]

Executive Director of the national Board on Health and Human Sciences, Dr. Kelly Dalton, shares her career path and insight for the students of today in this edition of the How Very Human Sciences podcast.

https://t.co/4HgWdug66E

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Congratulations to Dr. Elizabeth Weybright, Associate Professor and Adolescent Extension Specialist at @WSUNews, recipient of the 2024 @APLU_BHHS Outstanding Engagement Award! https://t.co/re5Rx9O1ZD @wsucahnrs @WSUExtension

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Congratulations to Dr. Peter Clark, Associate Professor at @IowaStateU, recipient of the 2024 @APLU_BHHS Undergraduate Research Mentor Award! https://t.co/re5Rx9O1ZD @iowastatechs @IAStateFSHN

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You are invited to nominate a deserving individual, faculty, or staff member for one of four Board on Health and Human Sciences awards! 🏆 The awards will be presented at APLU’s Annual Meeting this November in Seattle, WA. https://t.co/Jpow1bfJua

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Folk art not only preserves cultural traditions and heritage, it can also serve as a pathway to empowerment for communities in need.

[Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNT @olliunt]

This morning, @UNTCMHT Dean Jana Hawley gave a presentation titled "Folk Art: Treasures That Build Communities." She spoke to our members at @CCYOUNGAGELESS about how folk art traditions have helped some remote communities build clean water systems and schools for girls.

[APLU Agriculture @APLU_Ag]

A warm welcome to Jill Bramble, the incoming President and CEO of National 4-H Council!

With its roots in every American community — and the support of #LandGrantUniversities — 4-H is preparing a workforce-ready generation of purpose-driven leaders. 🍀

[Family Social Sci. @UMNFSoS]

We’re hiring! We're seeking an assistant professor who uses community-based applied research approaches to studying family health, resilience, & thriving in the context of social & economic inequalities. Job ID- 356371. More info: https://t.co/zAXBxtQjP7
@UMN_jobs #UMNProud

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Are higher costs leading couples to delay getting married and having kids? 💸 Check out this @WPR interview featuring an expert faculty member from @UWMadisonCFS ⬇️

[UW-Madison RDRC @uw_rdrc]

Listen to @WPR Central Time with guest @UWSoHE Prof and Sociologist Sarah Halpern-Meekin discussing the economic costs associated with different stages of romantic relationships.
https://t.co/EJA1KzVbBx

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Hands-on learning is vital for fields in the human sciences.
The @UAPB_SAFHS two-day excursion to industry and university partners allowed students to apply classroom knowledge, gain practical skills, and experience the real-world dynamics of the profession. ⬇️

[UAPB - SAFHS @UAPB_SAFHS]

Five students majoring in merchandising, textiles and design at #UAPB recently had the chance to travel to North Carolina to learn about textile production up close. Follow the link to the article to hear their takeaways!
#fashion #fashiondesign #textiles
https://t.co/rDXZMxFuIU

[APLU Agriculture @APLU_Ag]

Join us in welcoming our new Executive Director, Cooperative Extension System, Dr. Bill Hoffman! As a second-generation Extension professional, Bill has a life-long commitment to the land-grant university mission. He comes to APLU with vast experience from @UTIAg and @USDA_NIFA.

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Human sciences are at the intersection of research and community impact. Graduate students at @FACSUGA conducted a statewide survey that revealed the gap between the reality of housing discrepancies vs. the perception of their local leaders.

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Students in Kim Skobba’s graduate research methods course turned a class project into an award-winning paper on community #housing issues. https://t.co/rwtojPsNla

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As part of a 35-year study, @ttucohs researchers uncovered a virus's surprising effect on glucose levels - then worked to isolate the individual gene responsible for its anti-diabetic effect. ⬇️

[College of Health & Human Sciences at Texas Tech @ttuchhs]

Dr. Nikhil Dhurandhar and his team of researchers were featured for their study on Insparin and how it can be used to treat diabetes. @TTUNSc

The Discovery of Insparin: A Game Changer for Diabetes and Steatosis https://t.co/DTBDm17ind via @YouTube

[Purdue College of Health and Human Sciences @PurdueHHS]

Patricia Wolf is a microbiologist & registered dietitian nutritionist. Today, as an assistant professor of @PurdueNutrition, she investigates the relationship between food access, the gut microbiome and #cancer risk.
#PurdueHHS #PurdueUniversity
https://t.co/1o4lO0PxMC

[Human Sciences at Ohio State @human_ohio]

Clinical Assistant Professor Annemarie Turpin curated an experiential learning day in partnership with NetJets, Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, Experience Columbus, Levy Restaurants, COSI - Center of Science and Industry, Columbus Museum of Art, and Business Advancement at OSU!

[UAPB - SAFHS @UAPB_SAFHS]

Please help us congratulate Dr. Janette Wheat for receiving the 2023 Family and Consumer Sciences “Professional of the Year” award from the Arkansas Affiliate of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences! #UAPB #SAFHS

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Learn more about the Leadership Fellows program here: https://t.co/Jpow1bfJua

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Dr. Jennifer Margrett, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education @iowastatechs, has been selected for the 2023 BHHS Leadership Fellows Cohort!

Her project is entitled: "Facilitating Health and Human Sciences Faculty Onboarding and Engagement."

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Learn more about the Leadership Fellows program here: https://t.co/Jpow1bfJua

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Dr. Jacqueline Holland, Department Chair, Family and Consumer Sciences @MorganStateU, has been selected for the 2023 BHHS Leadership Fellows Cohort!

Her project is entitled: "Project MARS: Marketing and Recruiting Students to FCS."

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Learn more about the Leadership Fellows program here: https://t.co/Jpow1bfJua

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Dr. Alleah Crawford, Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, @CHSatAU, has been selected for the 2023 BHHS Leadership Fellows Cohort!

Her project is entitled: "Developing Storytelling and Articulation Skills around High-Impact Practices to Enhance Placement in the Human Sciences."