Carol Erwin

Carol Erwin, Ed.D., is a Professor in the Department of Educational Foundations and Leadership at Wayne State College. She holds certifications from the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) and serves as its Treasurer, while also acting as membership chair for Nebraska's chapter. Previously, she taught Family and Consumer Sciences in Nebraska secondary schools for over a decade. Erwin is actively involved with professional organizations including Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers of Nebraska (FCSTN), Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE), and National Association of Teacher Educators of Family and Consumer Sciences (NATEFACS).

• Educations:
• Ed.D., University of South Dakota (2012)
• M.E. Curriculum & Instruction, Doane College (2005)
• B.S. Family & Consumer Sciences Education, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1999)

Her research focuses on adult education and lifelong learning, complementing her teaching interests in online pedagogy, nutrition, and FCS teacher training. Erwin has presented at multiple conferences and received notable accolades including the FCS Teacher of the Year award twice.

As an academic leader, she emphasizes practical application of FCS principles and mentorship for future educators. No specific labs or teams are mentioned in her profile.