Institute for the Study of Children, Families & Communities

To increase and refine existing knowledge about children, families and the communities in which they live through research, demonstration projects and the development of the climate and organizational structure that encourages and enhances interdisciplinary efforts and applications. To provide a learning laboratory for students, faculty and others in the eastern Michigan community. To provide learning opportunities through conferences, seminars, contract learning, in-service training and publications; and to disseminate knowledge through publications and presentations at conferences and professional meetings.