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Kristie Chandler is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Human Development and Family Science at Samford University's Orlean Beeson School of Education. She has over 15 years of experience in student affairs across institutions including Mississippi State University, Texas Christian University, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Her teaching focuses on Marriage and Family, Family Law/Public Policy, and Child Development Education.
Education:
- PhD in Higher Education, University of North Texas
- MEd in Counselor Education, Mississippi State University
- BA in Business Administration, Mississippi State University
Her research emphasizes experiential learning in higher education and advocating for family-friendly public policies. Notable contributions include work on resilience in families, policy analysis, and community engagement strategies. She has received the 2019 Jennings B. Marshall Award for University Service and the 2014 Outstanding Teacher Award.
Chandler has led multiple grants, including the 2018 Alabama First Class Pre-K Classroom PPVT Evaluator project. She actively collaborates with organizations like the National Council on Family Relations and Southeastern Council on Family Relations, presenting at conferences on topics like service learning and multicultural competence.
Her professional involvement spans roles in academic advising associations and family policy advocacy, reflecting her commitment to bridging academic research with real-world impact.
