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Department of Human Development and Family Studies
College of Health and Human Sciences

Human Development and Family Studies Advising and Support

Human Development and Family Studies advising staff is here to help you get the most out of your studies. See below for information including changing your major or adding a minor.

Schedule Undergrad Advising Appointment

HDFS Undergraduate Advising

Human Development and Family Studies advising staff are here to help you get the most out of your studies.

  • If you are unsure about who your adviser is, log in to RAMweb and click on ‘My Adviser(s)’ under the Registration heading.
  • If you are a current HDFS or Early Childhood Education major or gerontology student and there is not an assigned adviser listed, please call the HDFS Advising Office.
  • Please only schedule an appointment with your assigned adviser.

Current HDFS Students

If you are a current undergraduate student in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, you can schedule an advising appointment with your academic adviser online. Be sure to schedule a 30-minute appointment.

Change of Major Workshop

If you are considering changing your major to HDFS or Early Childhood Education, your first step is to register for our change of major workshop. These adviser-led sessions will provide you with important information to help you make the best decision for you and get started with the correct classes if you do decide to change your major.

Add a Minor/Certificate

If you want to add a minor or a certificate, please go to the program page linked below and complete the online minor/certificate declaration form:

Prospective Student Appointment

If you are considering a degree in HDFS or Early Childhood Education, please get in touch with us and schedule an appointment. We are happy to answer your questions and take you on a tour of the Behavioral Sciences Building.

Undergraduate Drop-In Hours

First and Last Week of Classes

The first and last week of classes each semester are dedicated to extended drop-in advising hours to help students with scheduling issues for that semester or end of semester situations. Advisers offer drop-in hours throughout the day for the entire week. No appointment is needed, and students attend their assigned HDFS adviser’s drop-in times. Advisers will email extended drop-in schedules to their students and include them in their email signatures.

Regular Semester Schedule

The regular semester drop-in schedule begins the second week of classes. Drop-ins are offered virtually and in-person weekly Monday – Thursday for students who have quick questions (5-10 minutes) Drop-in advising is available to help students get quick questions (5-10 minutes) answered, forms signed, etc. No appointment is needed, and students can attend any of the available days/times. Please wait patiently in the waiting room.

Regular drop-ins will also be held during finals week each semester. Students attending virtual drop-ins should use the Zoom link above to join, and those attending in-person can check-in with a Peer Adviser at the HDFS Advising Office in the Behavioral Sciences Building (BSB), Room A-116.

Finals Week and Summer Drop-In Advising Hours:

Finals Week:

HDFS advisers will have extended drop-in advising during fall and spring finals weeks. Students should meet with their assigned advisor during these days and times, which will be emailed to them and included in their adviser’s email signatures.

Summer Drop-in Advising:

Drop-in advising hours are not offered during summer. Students are asked to reach out to their assigned HDFS adviser with questions and concerns.

Graduate Advising

If you are looking for more information about an HDFS graduate degree please browse our Graduate Advising page. You can find information about our application process, faculty mentors, and application criteria.

Graduate Advising
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Peer Mentoring Program

Meet faculty and staff who were also first-generation college students, like our very own CHHS Dean Lise Youngblade.

Peer Mentoring Program

Our Peer Mentoring Program is a year-long program providing incoming first-generation* college students and/or students of color with a supportive community to navigate known barriers and create equitable success in the transition to college.

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Meet Our Peer Mentors

Our Peer Mentors are here to offer a supportive community to help you successfully navigate your transition to college.

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Become a Peer Mentor

Incoming students receive personalized mentorship from an HDFS junior or senior who identifies as a first-generation college student or a student of color. Students earn degree-applicable credit through this 3-credit course that meets weekly.

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Additional Student Resources

Career Planning

Take advantage of these resources to help with your career development journey.

Academic Resources

We are committed to the success of every student. CSU has many resources designed to support student learning.

Scholarships

A number of scholarships are available to undergraduate and graduate students.

Paying for College

The College of Health and Human Sciences site helps you navigate the financial options available to you.

Student Announcement Requests

Submit HDFS Student Announcement Requests

Click the linked text above to post an announcement on the Canvas shell for the HDFS students. Canvas is the platform utilized by CSU to grant students access to course and department resources. Examples of announcements include but are not limited to advertisements for upcoming events, job opportunities, and resources that support students.

First Generation Students

Our First-Gen Faculty and Staff

Meet faculty and staff who were also first-generation college students, like our very own CHHS Dean Lise Youngblade.