Position Priorities
- Facilitate use of evidence based programming and delivery systems
- Support research related to parenting, parenting education and human
development
- Aid in the dissemination of research through UW Extension and other
community collaborators
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in German from University of Wisconsin – Madison
- Master’s degree in human development and family studies from University of
Wisconsin-Madison
Previous Professional Experience
For many years Becky worked within various faith communities as Directors of
Youth, Children and Family Ministries. After returning to the Madison area and
pursuing her degree in HDFS, Becky had the opportunity to work for the Center
for Excellence in Family Studies within the School of Human Ecology. She began
her current position with UW Extension in June of 2010.
Highlights of Current Assignments and Programs:
- State co-liaison for the Go/PROSPER Model of evidence-based program delivery
- Research team member of the Digital Parenting Project for the development
and testing of online parent education
- Co-facilitator of
Wisconsin CARES
- Research team member of the SAGE Project focused on positive development in
later adulthood
Contact Becky at:
Human Development and Family Studies
School of Human Ecology
3rd Floor
Middleton Bldg.
1305 Linden Dr., Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI
53706
Phone (608) 262-1115
Email: rmather@wisc.edu |
