Sheree Moser retiring from Child, Youth and Family Studies

24 Apr 2024     By Lauren Hargreaves, Child, Youth and Family Studies

Sheree Moser, assistant professor of practice in the Department of Child, Youth and Family Studies, has announced her retirement after a distinguished career at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln that began in 2009. 

As coordinator of both undergraduate and graduate Family and Consumer Sciences Education (FCSEd) programs, Moser has been instrumental in shaping the educational landscape for countless students. Her decorated career in the education field began as an educator and leader with Lincoln Public Schools for 28 years before joining UNL. 

Recently honored with the 2024 IDEA Faculty Excellence Award, Moser has been recognized for her significant contributions to the online family and consumer sciences education graduate program. The award, which she received at the IDEA annual conference in Kansas City this month, celebrates her role as the program’s assessment coordinator and her dedication to enhancing program quality and student achievement across state lines. 

“Sheree has been the face of Family and Consumer Sciences Education at UNL since her hire 15 years ago,” said Michael Merten, department chair for Child, Youth and Family Studies. “During this time, she has built and maintained both the on-campus and online FCSEd programs. Her relentless approach to student recruitment and dedication to the FCSEd field have impacted a myriad of students, teachers, and schools across Nebraska and nationally.” 

Throughout her career, Moser has been recognized with over 58 publications, presentations, and awards, including the 2014 CEHS Distinguished Teaching Award, the 2019 Swanson Award for Excellence in Teaching, and many others – a testament to her lasting impact. 

“Teaching within the Child, Youth and Family Studies department in the College of Education and Human Sciences has been an honor and privilege,” Moser said. “I grew up 40 blocks from where I work, so never imagined as a middle school student that I would be able to work here, much less earn three degrees from my beloved alma mater. I love my colleagues, students, and teaching Family and Consumer Sciences. Thank you for allowing me to learn and grow here.” 

A retirement celebration will be held for Moser from 2-4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, in room 227 of Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall. A short program will begin at 3 p.m., and refreshments will be provided.