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Linda C. Halgunseth serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Michigan State University's College of Social Science and holds core faculty status in the Chicano/Latino Studies program. Her academic work bridges cultural diversity and family dynamics with emphasis on Latinx communities.
Her educational credentials include:
- B.A. in Psychology & Spanish from the University of Texas at Austin
- M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Missouri
- Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Missouri
Dr. Halgunseth's research program examines culturally sensitive measurement of Latinx parenting practices, inclusive family engagement strategies, and cross-cultural influences on parent-child interactions. She investigates children's health and well-being across African, European, and Latin American family contexts, with particular focus on how cultural frameworks shape developmental outcomes in diverse youth populations.
Her scholarly recognition includes:
- Early Career Award in Teaching Excellence from AAUP
- Early Career Award in Research from the SRCD Latinx Caucus
As an active academic leader, she serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Research on Adolescence and previously chaired the Latinx Caucus of the Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD), demonstrating commitment to both editorial scholarship and professional service within her discipline.
