CSULB Human Development

🫶 Thank you all for keeping up with us and the HDEV department this semester.

🎓 We wish you all an amazing summer, and to all the graduates, congratulations class of 2024!

🏆 We are excited to be announcing the Human Development award recipients!

🎓 We are incredibly proud of them all and excited to be showcasing a few of our graduate awardees throughout the week!

🌟 Let's cheer them on as they embrace new adventures! Here's to a bright future filled with success, growth, and endless possibilities!

As the end of the semester is approaching, remember that grades do not define your intelligence or capability. ✨

📣 Exciting news! Dive into a summer of learning with our online HDEV courses!

🌟 Explore the fascinating journey of human development across the lifespan, delve into the complexities of childhood, and understand the acquisition of culture.

🧠 Gain insights into adulthood through aging and apply your knowledge with an internship course—all from the comfort of your home.

🌞 Enroll now and elevate your understanding of human development this summer!

🪴 Meet Guadalupe Michell Morales Garfias, a Human Development major, who is currently in her senior year at CSULB. She also is our department’s social media manager for LinkedIn.

🧚‍♀️ Her hobbies include hiking, working out, and art related activities.

🌟 Aspirations after graduating: Michell would like to take a year off from school to travel. After, Michell plans to continue her education and complete a masters program in sociology.

🫂 Advice to current college students: “Before declaring a major. it’s important to explore your own personal interests and hobbies. Following your passions will make your coursework easier and enjoyable.”

🌟 Stop by and check out this HDEV event, which will give students a chance to explore various HDEV-related internship opportunities.

🔎 The research conducted by HDEV undergraduate students throughout the semester will be showcased!

🍩 Donuts will be available during this event while supplies last.

💡 HDEV Wise Words Wednesday

🌟 Embracing the power of collective action and unity can lead to transformative changes in our communities. It's important to remain hopeful and critical of our world, seeking change with intentionality in our words and actions. Together, we can make a lasting impact and shape a brighter future!

🍀 As a substance abuse counselor, you'll play a pivotal role in helping individuals overcome addiction and achieve recovery. This rewarding HDEV career path is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in people's lives.

➡️ Here are some typical job duties for substance abuse counselors:

Conduct assessments to determine the level and type of addiction.
Develop personalized treatment plans and goals for clients
Provide counseling and support to help clients navigate recovery.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals and support networks to ensure comprehensive care.

🌟 Many substance abuse counselor positions offer rewarding experiences, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to positively impact communities!

🪴 Meet Achilles Roland Peralta, a Human Development major currently in his last year of undergraduate studies at CSULB. He is part of the Public Relations team for the Human Development Department.

👨‍🎨 His hobbies include drawing and photography. “I’m actually really bad at drawing,” Achillies says, “but I know it’s just another skill that anyone can get through consistent practice and effort.”

🌟 Aspirations after graduating: “I plan to enroll into a POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certified academy around the end of this year. That should take about 5-6 months to complete so after that, I will start looking for a full-time officer position starting next summer. Ideally, I would like to be employed for the Orange County Police Department.”

🫂 Achilles’ advice to current, undeclared, and incoming students interested in Human Development: “in terms of careers and postgraduate study, you will find that having a degree in HDEV will open many doors, some of which are similar to psychology, nursing, and sociology majors (just to name a few).”

🌟 By delving into our own emotions, thoughts, and experiences, we cultivate a deeper understanding of human nature, fostering meaningful connections and enhancing our relationship with others.

🫂 Understanding the lives of others is a major aspect of human development! That open-minded perspective is what makes HDEV such an all-encompassing field,” said Rilee Simmons, a CSULB HDEV alum

Welcome back to The Beach! ✨

We hope you were able to relax or were able to catch up on all your assignments.🪴

📚 Campus Closure Announcement: Due to Spring Break, campus will be closed until April 7th. Enjoy this time to relax and recharge!

📝 Post-Midterm Advice: As you unwind during this break, take a moment to reflect on your midterms.

💪 Celebrate your accomplishments, learn from any challenges, and return refreshed and ready to conquer the rest of the semester! You've got this!

🌟 Continuity theory is today’s topic!

➡️ According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), continuity theory holds that “making adaptive choices, middle-aged and older adults attempt to preserve and maintain existing internal and external structures.”

📣 Exciting news! Dive into a summer of learning with our online HDEV courses!

🌟 Explore the fascinating journey of human development across the lifespan, delve into the complexities of childhood, and understand the acquisition of culture.

🧠 Gain insights into adulthood through aging and apply your knowledge with an internship course—all from the comfort of your home.

🌞 Enroll now and elevate your understanding of human development this summer!

💡 HDEV Wise Words Wednesday

🌟 By embracing our passions and finding joy in our pursuits, we unlock the path to success. Understanding the power of happiness in our endeavors is fundamental to human development!

📣 The Special Needs Network has a job opening for a part-time special needs behaviorist!

🌟 Make a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs. This is an in-person position with paid training. Apply now and be a part of the Special Needs Network!

📣 Here is a brief overview of the process for registering for HDEV 470. It may seem like a lot, but we are here to help!

🌟 Don’t forget, all these steps must be completed before the start of the semester you’re planning to take HDEV 470 this Fall.

🌟 Empowering women is key to sustainable development.

🌎 Swipe to explore the intersection of political science and human development, driving meaningful change for women worldwide.

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📣 Winner of the WOW raffle will be announced at the end of the upcoming HDEV event. If you didn't have the chance to visit the table to sign up, you still have a chance to enter!

🫂 All HDEV students and faculty are welcome to join us at the Humans Developing a Connection — Pizza Party 🍕

📅 Tuesday, 3/26 which will be located at LA5-261 from 5:00pm-6:30pm

🫂 We invite all HDEV students to join us on 3/26 for a fun and interactive event.

🌟 Students can expect pizza, fun activities, a giveaway, and a raffle. See you there!

🪴 An early speech-language pathologist works children, evaluating and treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. This can be a great HDEV career path for people who enjoy direct patient care and have an interest in speech language pathology.

➡️ Here are a few typical job duties for speech pathologist:

Meet with clients and identify individual goals to set treatment plans.
Provide training to family and caregivers.
Provide therapy and intervention to enhance communication skills.
🌟 Many early speech-language pathologist jobs allow for flexible schedules and have high job security in the workforce!

📚 Approaches to Childhood (DE)

📝 Discover childhood from conception to early adolescence, learning how children develop and grow across different biological, psychological AND sociocultural contexts.

➡️ Prerequisites: GE Foundation Requirements: ANTH 120 or HDEV 180 or PSY 100 or SOC 100 with a “C” or better.

🪴 An early interventionist is a behavioral specialist who works with children in the early stages of development. This can be a great HDEV career path for people who enjoy interacting with children and have an interest in behavioral therapy.

➡️ Here are a few typical job duties for an early interventionist:

-Meeting with children who have special needs to develop therapy and treatment plans
-Helping children set goals for early development and work toward them
-Tracking their students' development over time to identify effective strategies and coping mechanisms
🌟 Many early interventionists work for a particular school district, but they can also work for specific private schools or programs that offer support to very young children with special needs.

📚 Explore the dynamic of the Social Learning Theory! This theory proposes that children learn by observing the behavior of others and the consequences that follow and that this learning can shape their own behavior.

🧠 Being conscious of our behavior can help us ensure we are more intentional about our behavior and personal growth.

✨ Follow our HDEV account for more insightful content on human development, psychology, and learning!

💡HDEV Wise Words Wednesday

➡️ By delving into our own emotions, thoughts, and experiences, we cultivate a deeper understanding of human nature, fostering meaningful connections and enhancing our relationship with others.

📚 Understanding the lives of others is a major aspect of human development! That open-minded perspective is what makes HDEV such an all-encompassing field,” said Rilee Simmons, a CSULB HDEV alum.

📣 Dr. Pallavi Banerjee will give a presentation on her award-winning book, “The Opportunity Trap: High-Skilled Workers, Indian Families, and the Failure of the Dependent Visa Program.”

📅 Wednesday, February 28, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

📍Library 507 and streamed via Zoom (registration link in the flyer)
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Her talk is co-sponsored by CLA Scholarly Intersections and CLA Thematic Initiative on Transnational Feminist Solidarities as well as by HDEV, IST, SOC, WGSS, and South Asian Studies Program.

Are you interested in becoming a HDEV major?🪴

If so, ANTH 120: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology is one of the 4 options available to satisfy your lower-division requirement. 🌟
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ANTH 120 is all about the nature of culture while taking a historical approach to cultural aspects around the world. 🌍

Looking for a family friendly study area? 🧐
Look no further; we've got your back! 🫂
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This designated family friendly study area welcomes students and their kids. In addition to children's books, it includes a collection of toys and two computers preloaded with children's games.

📍Located in the Children's Collection on the 2nd floor of the library and is open any time the library is open. 📚

➡️ There are changing tables available in all library restrooms.

➡️ There is a lactation room located on the Lower Level, room 012, ask at the front desk for the code to open the door.

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✨HDEV 180✨ is a great course for HDEV students and non-HDEV students alike! Focusing on the development of humans across the lifespan, this course offers an introduction into the basics of human development.

➡️ Check it out if you're looking for an in-depth analysis of how and why humans change over the course of a life!