Blazie Gilder
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
M.S. Child Life Student, Graduate Research Assistant
Ultimately, I hope to work as a Certified Child Life Specialist to reduce the impact of trauma on children and their families, advocate for patients, and help families navigate their child's diagnosis, injury, trauma, hospitalization, or disability.
Education
| Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.S. | Human Development and Family Studies | University of Idaho | 2023 |
Research
I assist Dr. Diane Bales in conducting research on several projects including the Georgia Better Brains for Babies (BBB) initiative, the USDA Rural Health and Safety grant-funded effort to prevent opioid misuse in rural Georgia, the Southern Agriculture Exchange (SAgE) effort to support farmers and farm families experiencing stress, and Healthy Child Care Georgia (HCCG).
Awards
| Award Name | Awarded By | Year Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Fellows Award | University of Georgia Graduate School | 2023-2024 |
| Alumni Award for Excellence | University of Idaho | 2022 |
| Outstanding First Year Student/Valkyries Award | University of Idaho | 2020 |
Advisory Committee
Prof. Stephanie Whitten
Dr. Diane Bales
Dr. Geoffrey Brown
Professional Affiliations
Southern Association of Child Life Professionals Member ┃ 2024 - Present
Association of Child Life Professionals Member ┃ 2023 - Present
Leadership
GSO Child Life Interview Coordinator ┃ 2024 - 2025