Colleges and Universities/Research

Members are teachers and administrators of family and consumer sciences programs in four-year institutions and community colleges. Researchers add to the knowledge base of family and consumer issues.

Elementary, Secondary, and Adult Education

Members encompass a wide range of interests, from public/private school teachers to state vocational education office administrators.

Extension

Ohio State University Extension educators and administrators teach programs related to family issues at the county and state levels.

Business

Professionals in business identify trends and integrate consumer needs in the designing and marketing of consumer goods and services.

Home and Community

Family and Consumer Sciences professionals who are community volunteers, homemakers, free lance consultants and retired professionals working to strengthen the profession within the community.

Human Services

Specialists in health care or human service, social work and the legal profession who provide support to families and individuals.

PreProfessional/Graduate Students

Preprofessionals dedicated to empowering families and expanding knowledge and skills to invest in their future.

Apparel and Textiles

Professionals in the apparel industry and educators of textiles and clothing at secondary and college levels.

Education and Technology

Teachers in secondary schools and colleges interested in networking and developing curriculum in family and consumer sciences.

Family Economics and Resource Management

Professionals using their expertise in family economics and resource management to assist families.

Family Relations and Human Development

Professionals working to strengthen family relations and better understanding of human development.

Housing and Environment/Art and Design

Professionals working to develop designs to sustain healthy lifestyles.

International

Professionals with interest or experience with people of other cultures.

Nutrition, Health, and Food Management

Professionals promoting nutrition, food safety and quality food production.