Alisha Hardman

Dr. Hardman's teaching centers on preparing students to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-informed programs that strengthen individuals, families, and communities. Across undergraduate and graduate courses, she integrates theory, research, and applied practice with an emphasis on prevention science, relational health, and real-world application. At the undergraduate level, Dr. Hardman teaches HDFS 250 Interpersonal and Family Relationships, where students explore relational processes within families and close relationships. At the upper undergraduate and graduate levels, she teaches HDFS 570 Program Development and Implementation, HDFS 770 Development and Implementation of Prevention Science Programs, and HDFS 893 Evaluation of Prevention Science Programs. In these courses, students gain hands-on experience with needs assessment, logic models, implementation strategies, and program evaluation methods, preparing them for professional roles in family life education, Extension, and prevention-focused organizations. Dr. Hardman's teaching approach is student-centered and applied, emphasizing skill development, critical thinking, and translational learning. She prioritizes connecting coursework to community contexts and current research, equipping students with the competencies needed to translate family science into effective, ethical, and impactful practice.