Baylor Child and Family Studies

01/14/2026

Baylor University's Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) graduate program is accepting applications to welcome their inaugural cohort this fall! The program is primarily online with occasional on-campus immersives, so you can pursue this degree without having to relocate while benefitting from the high academic quality and faith-informed approach Baylor is known for.

If you or someone you know is interested in pursuing MFT studies, you can check out this website and begin your application: https://hsd.robbins.baylor.edu/master-science-marriage-and-family-therapy.

Human Sciences and Design MS in Marriage and Family Therapy Baylor University's two-year, hybrid Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) program prepares students to become compassionate, competent licensed MFTs. Start Your ApplicationExplore Program at a Glance Positive Job Outlook A...

05/23/2025

Excited to announce Baylor University's Board of Regents just approved the future launch of a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) degree program in our department! We will be sharing more in future about this exciting degree opportunity!

Baylor Regents Approve 2025-26 Operating Budget, Elect Board and Committee Leadership, New At-large Regents Board also approves Ferrell Center infrastructure renovations, two new master’s degrees by Baylor University Media & Public Relations May 23, 2025 Dusk sets over Baylor University's Pat Neff...

02/27/2025

In honor of Family Life Education Month, CFS faculty member Dr. Nicole McAninch shared about her decision to join the Certified Family Life Educator Advisory Board last year. Check out this video to learn more about the important work the CFLE Advisory Board engages in to promote the work of Certified Family Life Educators!

02/19/2025

CFS Alum Lily Siegert is highlighted by the National Council on Family Relations for her work as a CFLE at Little Kingdoms Playroom Design in celebration of Family Life Education Month. Sic 'em, Lily!

February is Family Life Education Month!

Check out this Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) career highlight!
Visit ncfr.org/cfle-certification to learn more about becoming a CFLE.

12/11/2024

A shout out to CFS alum Meghan Fletcher, who is featured on Baylor Connections as a current student regent and doctoral candidate in higher education and leadership at Baylor. She shares more about her experience as a student regent in this podcast episode. Check it out!

Xavier Dawes and Meghan Fletcher Season 7 Episode 749 December 6, 2024 The Baylor University Board of Regents features two Student Regents, Xavier Dawes and Meghan Fletcher. Student Regents, like their fellow board members, work on behalf of the best interest of Baylor University while facilitating....

12/11/2024

The Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences featured CFS Clinical Associate Professor Nicole McAninch on this article for holiday budgeting. Check it out!

An expert in family resource management and finances, Baylor University’s Nicole McAninch shares her advice on how to financially navigate the holiday season.

10/10/2024

Celebrating a phenomenal accomplishment by the Piper Center for Family Studies and Child Development as they earned national recognition as a Certified Nature Explore Classroom for its two outdoor classrooms--the only certified classrooms in the Waco area! Our CFS students engage in these quality outdoor classroom spaces gaining observation, assessment, and engagement skills during lab hours at Piper. Sic 'em, Piper!

08/27/2024

For students and alum, check out the part-time job event with the Career Center next Wednesday!

Are you looking for internships or full-time positions but don't have any experience?

Gain experience through a part-time job during the school year!

Look for the "Part-Time Employment Event" in Handshake to view all the employers attending and register ahead of time.

Part-Time Job Event
Wednesday, Sept 4
3 - 5 p.m.
Cashion 5th Floor
ALL Majors Welcome

07/23/2024

CFS alum Maryann Wanjau was highlighted in the inaugural Robbins College magazine for her transformative work with UNICEF Houston. Sic 'em, Maryann!

Many alumni of Baylor University’s Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences are striving to improve health access and quality of life within their communities. While their professions differ, they all lead with a desire to “love thy neighbor” and to make an impact for those in need. Read more about Monioluwa Otubaga, Maryann Wanjau, Lauren Reightler, and Gabe GarMelo—four alumni who are making an impact in the world.

https://robbins.baylor.edu/news/story/2024/love-thy-neighbor

06/10/2024

10 years ago, the Child and Family Studies program joined other allied and community health partner programs at Baylor to create the Baylor Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences.

In celebration of the college's 10 year anniversary, they have launched an inaugural magazine displaying the great work going on in the college. This article highlights CFS Associate Professor Dr. Karen Melton's work on creating belonging and flourishing:
https://robbins.baylor.edu/news/story/2024/research-endeavors-illuminated-through-signature-research-initiatives

Sic 'em, Dr. Melton!

In 2023, Baylor University’s Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences announced its Signature Research Initiatives. The set of high-level research initiatives will inform the prioritization of resources, including faculty hiring, infrastructure enhancements, and fundraising efforts.

06/03/2024

CFS Professor Ruthie Davis and a group of Child Life students recently attended the 2024 Child Life Conference hosted by the Association for Child Life Professionals. It was a fantastic weekend of learning, networking, and growing as professionals. Sic 'em!