College of Health and Human Sciences

College of Health and Human Sciences

The College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) is home to a vibrant community of faculty and staff dedicated to advancing knowledge and improving the well-being of society. Our mission is to educate the leaders of tomorrow through innovative developments that span human experience from safety and transportation to health and personal well-being.CHHS comprises six distinct schools - Automotive, Aviation, Health Sciences, Human Sciences, Justice and Public Safety, and Psychological and Behavioral Sciences - each designed to inspire and support students in achieving personal and professional success in a diverse and evolving world.

CHHS Community Care and Education Center Support

The Community Care and Education Center (CCEC) is a transformative initiative aimed at centralizing behavioral health services in Southern Illinois, addressing critical workforce development needs, and fostering interdisciplinary research. Located in University Hall, the CCEC will offer residential and outpatient services for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and severe mental illness. It will also serve as a hub for faculty-led research and graduate student training, ensuring a pipeline of skilled professionals dedicated to serving underserved populations.

The CCEC will integrate four existing programs while creating space for new initiatives:

• The Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (CASD), which provides high-quality services and leadership for individuals with autism and their families.

• The Clinical Center, which delivers psychological and speech-language services to the community while training future professionals.

• The Evaluation and Developmental Center (EDC), which offers vocational, psychological, and transitional services in partnership with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services.

• Project 12-Ways, which supports family preservation through direct skill-building interventions.

College of Health and Human Sciences Development Fund

This fund supports the overarching mission of CHHS and its faculty, staff, and students. At the Dean’s discretion, funds are used for faculty and staff professional development, facility and lab enhancements, research, and other strategic initiatives.

CHHS Student Support Fund

This fund provides financial assistance to CHHS students through scholarships, support for book and lab equipment purchases, and emergency aid.

Join the CHHS Dean’s Club with a $1,000 Gift

The CHHS Dean’s Club honors donors who commit to an annual gift of $1,000 or more. Contributions are divided between the CHHS Development Fund and the CHHS Student Support Fund, directly supporting the Dean’s vision for college and student success. Members receive an annual impact report, invitations to CHHS events throughout the year, and a Dean’s Club lapel pin.

How to Find a Specific Fund

To support a specific fund, use a keyword from the fund name and search under “designation” when making your gift.

Your support is deeply appreciated—not only for college-level initiatives but also for our schools. Thank you!