Seattle Pacific University
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and Consumer Sciences is an applied field of
study in that it offers solutions to problems faced by individuals,
families and communities. Its programs
focus on the welfare of individuals and families through enhancement
of human potential concerning effective decision-making. The purpose of Family & Consumer Sciences is to prepare students to work with people as scientists, designers, counselors, leaders, educators, and marketers in the apparel, interiors, and food and nutrition fields. Through a broad base of courses and an in-depth area of specialization, students are prepared to ultimately affect the quality of people's lives. |
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Mission Statement |
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The mission of Family and Consumer Sciences is to prepare students to engage the culture and offer solutions to problems faced by families and communities in their near environment. |
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This discipline enables creative adaptation to technological, social, economic, political and cultural changes throughout the life cycle within a Christian perspective.
Specializations within Family & Consumer Sciences provide knowledge which focuses on the family ecosystem and on the basic needs of food, shelter, and clothing, as these needs are provided within the household or by business, industry or public and private agencies / organizations in the delivery of goods, services or educational programs to consumers.
The department provides an environment that nurtures the integration of Christian scholar / servants. This discipline strives to support and fulfill the mission of the institution.
The
department is housed in Peterson Hall with up-to-date laboratories for
textile testing, pattern drafting, garment construction, food chemistry,
sensory evaluation and product evaluation. The program and resources are
recognized for their excellence in the state, in the Christian college
consortium, and in the nation. A dedicated faculty are professionally
involved in the state and national organizations and known for teaching
excellence and contribution of new knowledge through research.
The Family & Consumer Sciences program is the only comprehensive Christian program in the Pacific Northwest which enjoys liaisons with the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (Interior Design) in Los Angeles. Our four-year program is located in an urban setting which provides exciting opportunities for internships that expand career options for men and women.
