Imagine the Next 50 Years
At a time of national change, Erikson Institute continues to embrace the ideals of inclusion, fairness, and social justice.
A message from Geoffrey Nagle, President and CEO
We are proud to be recognized with a Gold rating from GuideStar.
Class of 2017: Prepared to be leaders in the field
At our commencement ceremony, speakers encouraged graduates to rise to the challenges presented in ‘times of uncertainty.’
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The Essential Role of Dads in Parenting
Erikson Institute’s Nucha Isarowong, PhD, discusses the importance of fathers in a child’s development Read more
Erikson welcomes new Vice President of Institutional Advancement
Cheryl Mendelson’s career spans higher education, academic medicine, and the arts. Read more
Erikson News
Known as helpful, guiding, and reassuring, Sharon Syc, PhD, to leave Erikson after 20 years
Since 2002, Dr. Syc led our Child Life specialty, which prepares students to work with children in times of great need. More
New study examines quality in home-based child care
Led by Erikson researcher Juliet Bromer, PhD, the study is the first to examine family child care networks on a national scale. More
‘Erikson Prepared’
Students, alumni, and faculty share their thoughts on what makes the Erikson Institute experience unique and how it can prepare you for a career working to improve the lives of children, families, and communities.
Mindfulness in the early grades
How can schools buffer toxic stress for young children?
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Because Nothing Matters More Than A Child’s Early Years
Erikson set her on a path to change child- and family-focused systems
Alumna Bilge Cerezci, Ph.D.
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Her approach to research: Represent the underrepresented
Professor Tonya Bibbs, M.S.W., Ph.D.
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At Erikson, he developed a sense of himself to help him serve others
Alumnus Joshua Abrahams, M.S. ‘11
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Our Place in History
Leading with knowledge since 1966
Throughout the many social, political, and cultural changes of the last 50 years, our focus on the importance of a child’s early years has been unwavering. Our pioneering spirit continues to distinguish our work as leaders in the conversation about how to positively impact the lives of young children.
