There are four student organizations for students in the department. Each organization sponsors a range of presentations by community-based professionals, workshops, and activities focused on important issues related to children, youth, and families. Visit CFS Student Organizations.

Purdue Association for the Care of Children's Health (PACCH)

PACCH provides students interested in working with children in medical settings an opportunity to learn about professional roles as well as being involved in planning and implementing child health awareness activities. Most members are majors in child health; however, anyone interested is welcome.

Purdue Association for the Education of Young Children (PAEYC)

PAEYC is affiliated with the National Association for the Education of Young Children, to which professionals in the fields of early childhood development, family studies, special education, and elementary education belong. Membership is open to anyone interested in the education and well-being of children from birth through age 8 and their families.

Purdue University Council on Family Relations (PUCFR)

PUCFR addresses issues relevant to individuals and families across the life span. The organization's major goals are to foster professional activities and interests among its members and to provide services to families. A local affiliate of the National Council on Family Relations, PUCFR prides itself on its commitment to encouraging scholastic excellence, developing leadership abilities, and promoting career development in the field of family studies. Membership in PUCFR is available to all Purdue students.