EIU Child & Family Life Education Center

Community

The CFLEC is sponsoring a Speaker Series for the area and EIU community with a Thursday-evening program each semester.   Topics focus on Family Life Education topics. Stay tuned for upcoming events.

Past Programs:

"EXCESSIVE Use of Force, Then and Now: A Mother of the Movement SPEAKS"

February 6, 5:30 pm, Booth Library 4440, Book signing to follow

Dr. Loretta  Prater

Since the death by positional asphyxia of her unarmed son, Lesley, in 2004, Dr. Prater has conducted research on the incidence of unarmed individuals dying while in custody of law officers.   Her family’s story and her collection of quantitative as well as qualitative data offers insight and specific support.

“MoneySmarts:  Recognizing Teachable Moments during the Early Years”

Spring 2019 Speaker Event:  April 4 at 7 pm in Buzzard Hall 

Dr. Linda Simpson

Parents are the primary influence  on their children in developing saving and spending habits.  Educating young consumers on money management is a valuable skill set that will be utilized at every stage of life. This session will provide strategies to recognize teachable moments related to saving and spending and how these moments can have a significant impact on their future.

"Seven Secrets to Guidance & Discipline of Young Children" 

Nov 10^th, 2018

Dr. Frances Murphy