I was in HDFS as an incoming freshman so I had plenty of time to think about what my concentration should be. I changed my career goals three times during the first few semesters. First, I was interested in nursing and wanted to be a nurse at a children’s hospital; then I changed my mind […]

There is no department that compares to Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) at the University of Illinois. HDFS helped me succeed in my goals by giving me a place on campus where I feel comfortable being myself. Instantly, HDFS became a home away from home. By having such a close-knit group of faculty, staff, […]