The Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies translates science to action through innovative research, professional development and community partnerships that support all young children from birth to age five and their families. Tucked within the aged brick of the University of Florida’s historic Norman Hall, stands the College of Education, home to one of the most respected
education hubs: the Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies. Endowed Chair, the center was established with a vision to foster collaboration among the College of Medicine, Public Health, Law and Health Professions to effect change in early childhood studies. As our reach has transcended locally and extended globally, so has our vision:
”To translate science to action through innovative research, professional development, and community partnerships that support all young children from birth to age five and their families.”
Dedicated to four core initiatives, our center strengthens the field of early childhood studies by:
Generating Knowledge: Our research is not conducted in laboratories; it takes place in authentic settings with practitioners, children and their families. We are committed to advancing real-world science that improves practice and policy in early childhood. The UF College of Education, in collaboration with our center, offers a plethora of degree programs, certificates and minors that are designed to meet the needs of traditional undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students, as well as working professionals who have a passion for working with young children and their families. Engaging Others: We connect with change-makers across the state, country and world to combine expertise and create solutions that address critical issues in early childhood studies, development and policy. Making an Impact: Through the combined efforts of our center and partners, we are revolutionizing early childhood education to meet the dynamic needs of young children everywhere. The unwavering support of Anita Zucker, UF alumna, worldwide business woman and trailblazing philanthropist, along with the fierce devotion of our faculty, staff, specialists and students, has led the way to powerful advances in early childhood studies and practices. The quality of our efforts is recognized by over $23 million in external funding since inception. The Anita Zucker Center is proud to be a leader in early childhood studies and an integral force in the standing success of the UF COE. Collectively, we are Building a Brighter Future. Find out more about our center here: https://ceecs.education.ufl.edu/
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