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How to Repair Distrust In A COVID-19 Vaccine

Prof. Sandra Quinn is interviewed by NPR's Leila Fadel on the current opposition to a coronavirus vaccine, which is rooted in a climate of conflicting information.
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Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Updates and resources on COVID-19, how UMD is responding, info on public health faculty experts and the latest news stories.
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About Us

Our department advances the concept of family well-being as the foundation for a healthy society.
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Center for Healthy Families

We are a non-profit clinic providing premarital therapy, couple therapy, family therapy, and parent education to a diverse population.
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Kendyl Oliver

Outstanding Advisor Recognized: Kendyl Oliver

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Graduate Student Highlight: Rebecca Rychik

August 7, 2020
Family Science graduates are off doing exceptional work in their post undergraduate lives. The...
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Graduate Student Highlight: Ashley Pantaleao

August 7, 2020
The Family Science Department would like to recognize Ashley Pantaleao , a 4th year doctoral...
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