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Human Development and Family Science
Jan  Johnston

Jan Johnston

Assistant Professor, Extension Specialist


Area: family caregiving across the life course, aging in place, grapndparents parenting grandchildren, rural aging and health

328D HES
Stillwater OK 74078
 
Phone: 405-744-6581
Fax: 405-744-2800
jan.johnston@okstate.edu

Educational Background:

Degree Institution Area of Study 
Ph.D. University of Texas, Arlington Urban Policy & Public Administration
M.Ed. University of Texas, Austin Guidance & Counseling
B.S. Valdosta State College, Georgia Special Education


Research Areas:
  • Biopsychosocial aging across the life course
  • The social psychology of vulnerable middle aged and elder populations
  • The sociology of housing; and qualitative research methods

Grants:
  • Brosi, W. (PI), Hermann, J. (Co-PI), Johnston, J. (Co-PI), & Jaco, L. (Co-PI). Empowering Older, Rural Oklahomans and their Communities: Assessment and Education on Contextual Barriers to Positive Nutrition and Health (2007 - 2008). USDA ($326,000).
  • Ron Cox (PI), Jan Johnston(Co-PI) & Kami Schwerdtfeger (Co-PI). Hispanic Children and Youth Needs Assessment. (2008-2010) Team Initiative Program (TIP). ($51,000.)
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