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Department of Applied Human Sciences

College of Education & Applied Human Sciences

Department of Applied Human Sciences

College of Education & Applied Human Sciences

Improve the Lives of Individuals, Families, and Communities

Applied human sciences is a discipline that combines aspects of social and natural sciences and views the family in all its diverse forms as the cornerstone of a healthy society. Our department aims to improve the well-being of the family through programs that educate, influence public policy, and help families put research-based knowledge to work in their lives. Choose from a number of degree areas that will prepare you for a career you will love while helping others.

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Why Study Applied Human Sciences?

Eastern Kentucky University’s department of applied human sciences prepares professionals and leaders through multidisciplinary and experiential education, research and service focused on improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities. Learn through vibrant programs led by faculty who enjoy teaching.

Café Burrier is a fully functioning restaurant on campus operated and managed by dietetics students as part of the Quantity Foods (NFA 326) class, under the direction of Chef Sangwook Kang. Students help prepare and serve a three-course luncheon to EKU faculty, staff, and community members twice per week during the fall semester.

Café Burrier is a fully functioning restaurant on campus operated and managed by dietetics students as part of the Quantity Foods (NFA 326) class, under the direction of Chef Sangwook Kang. Students help prepare and serve a three-course luncheon to EKU faculty, staff, and community members twice per week during the fall semester.

Food, Fashion, and Family in Florence (Winter Term)

Students of all majors are invited every year to experience Florence, Italy in the 3-week winter course Food, Fashion, and Family. It is one of the most popular study abroad courses on campus!

Study the integration of food and nutrition, fashion and apparel, and children and families within the context of the Italian culture. The course will emphasize the interdisciplinary nature of these fields and the benefits to individuals, families, and communities.

You will study the language and access the rich resources of Florence by visiting food markets, wineries and culinary schools, fashion design houses, programs for children and families, and textile factories.

For more information about Study Abroad with AHS, email dana.bush@eku.edu.

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Emma Moffett

EKU Family and Consumer Sciences Education Student
The faculty at EKU has played a large role in my experience at EKU. I have learned so much from the professors teaching my classes. The labs that EKU has on campus allowing students to sew, cook, teach preschoolers, and observe students in the classroom is a great plus to EKU. The professors are so knowledgeable about what they are teaching their students; and with the smaller class sizes building relationships within the classroom with my peers as well as professors is something I cherish.
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Alex Bowman

EKU Family and Consumer Sciences Education Graduate
What I found surprising about the FCS education program at EKU was the variety of course work you get to take. As a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher you are required to be knowledgeable in many topics including child development, foods and nutrition, hospitality and tourism, and fashion and interior design. I was worried that I would not have a solid understanding of each area. However, through the program at EKU I became very well rounded. Earning a bachelors degree in family and consumer sciences has allowed me to work at my dream job. I love getting to do what…
EKU graduate Timothy Knight

Timothy Knight

EKU Global Hospitality & Tourism Student
The individualized caring attention and focus provided is something I never thought you could get at a University this size. My Advisor, Mrs. Seaman, answered all of my questions and went through all of my scenarios to figure out the best schedule for me. I never felt rushed or like she had more people to get to even though I imagine she did.

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News & Updates

Café Burrier Serves Up a Gourmet Experience in Richmond

The stoves are on and culinary expertise is simmering on the third floor of the Burrier Building at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). Operated and managed by EKU applied human sciences students or students minoring in food and nutrition, and under the direction of Chef Sangwook Kang, Café Burrier offers a unique fusion of educational experience […]

EKU’s Global Hospitality and Tourism Degree Prepares Students for a Booming Travel Industry

As tourism rapidly recovers from pandemic-era travel restrictions and revenge spending encourages travelers to get out and explore, Eastern Kentucky University’s (EKU) Global Hospitality and Tourism program prepares students for a career centered on the world of modern travel. According to Statista, the worldwide travel industry surpassed pre-pandemic levels in 2023, with revenue peaking at […]

EKU Graduation Speaker, Gracy Kelley, Encourages Class of 2024 to Embrace “Firsts” in Life

At Eastern Kentucky University’s (EKU) spring commencement ceremony on May 10, Honors Scholar Gracy Kelley stood before her fellow graduates encouraging them to embrace the “firsts” in life. With the support of her friends, family and peers, she navigated challenges from COVID-19 to the complexities of student life. “My firsts did not come without a […]

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Department of Applied Human Sciences

Burrier Building
Room 102

2388 Crabbe Street
Richmond, KY 40475

859-622-3445
ahs@eku.edu

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