Archana V. Hegde is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Science at East Carolina University. Dr. Hegde primarily works with pre-service and in-service teachers in the Birth through Kindergarten Program. Her formative background is in Human Development and Family Studies, with a specialization in Early Childhood Care and Education. Over the years, Dr. Hegde has worked on several interdisciplinary projects with faculty in the Department of Nutrition, Engineering, and Social Work. She is known for her work in teacher education and teacher professional training.