faculty

 Barbara Clauss

Dr. Barbara Clauss

Barbara Clauss, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Applied Health Sciences 
Arena B-75
Phone: 812.237.3299
Email: Barbara.Clauss@indstate.edu

Education

Ph.D. in Family Studies, Purdue University, 1993
M.S. in Child Development and Family Relations, University of Arizona, 1987
B.A. in Home Economics Education, Indiana State University, 1985
B.A. in Textiles and Clothing, Indiana State University, 1978

Experience

Dr. Clauss brings a multi-faceted academic background to her position which encompasses family studies as well as Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Changes in teacher licensure in Indiana have required changes in the ways teachers are prepared for their profession. Standards for performance are essential elements of such preparation, and the FCS discipline is progressive in standards development.

Dr. Clauss participates extensively in university and state initiatives to create and maintain cutting edge teacher preparation tools. The dynamic nature of Family and Consumer Sciences affords ample opportunity for curriculum development, as well.