Family and Consumer Studies
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Our mission is to advance, communicate, and apply knowledge regarding human development and family well-being across the lifespan and within community and societal contexts.
Department News
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Financial Planning Student Association Wins Back-to-Back Championships at FPA Cup Challenge
The Financial Planning Student Association members, Alex Lewis, Parker Adams, Maddy Hadwick, and Tristin Foster—won the championship at the Financial Planning Cup Challenge hosted by the Utah-Idaho chapter of the Financial Planning Association. They prepared a comprehensive financial plan for a client and presented it to a panel of judges. Our submission consisted of a written financial plan, and an oral presentation. This is the second year in a row that the Financial Planning Student Association has won the challenge!
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Beth Hunsaker Featured in U.S. News Article
Beth Hunsaker, an FCS instructor and the Assistant Director of the Financial Wellness Center, has been quoted in "These Are the Biggest Financial Hurdles for 20-Somethings – Here's How to Navigate Them" article posted by the U.S. News.
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Thanks for Nothing: A new book by Nick Wolfinger
Nick Wolfinger, a Professor for the Department of Family and Consumer Studies, has coauthored with Matthew McKeever their new book. Thanks for Nothing has been featured in the Deseret News article Why do single mothers struggle financially?.
Events and Deadlines
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Apr 08
Wednesday
2026 ACNSL and University of Utah Seminar on Global and Behavioral Health
Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC)
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Apr 08
Wednesday
Good Grief: The 10 Steps
Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU)
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Apr 17
Friday
Spring 2026 Full Term - Last day to reverse CR/NC option
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Apr 17
Friday
Spring 2026 Second half - Last day to reverse CR/NC option
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Apr 21
Tuesday
Spring 2026 Full Term - Classes end