An overview of the foundational theoretical perspectives and empirical findings in psychology. Topics include psychological research methods, biological bases of behavior, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, memory, motivation and emotion, health and stress, developmental psychology, sexuality, personality, abnormal behavior, therapies, social behavior, and cultural psychology. Not open to Psychology majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
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Undergraduate Courses
Course Delivery DEFINITIONS:
- Online Courses: In online teaching, 100% of instruction takes place online via Canvas and with supplemental platforms like Zoom. There are two types of online courses: asynchronous and synchronous.
- Asynchronous online: Course is fully online, with lessons, assignments, and activities posted in Canvas with due dates. Students complete coursework, engage in discussions, etc., based upon their own schedules, but are required to meet posted deadlines.
- Synchronous online: Online course that includes real-time class meetings using technology (e.g. Zoom). The number of required meetings varies based upon the particular class, but meetings take place during the scheduled class times. Faculty will inform students of the schedule for real-time meetings in their courses.
- Hybrid Courses: Hybrid courses combine both in-person, on-campus meetings with online instruction. All face-to-face activities take place during the regularly-scheduled meeting times in the rooms assigned on the course listing. The number of in-person meetings varies by course. Faculty will notify students of the exact meeting schedule for their courses.
If your class is not listed as online or hybrid, it will meet fully face-to-face following the noted class schedule.
An overview of the foundational theoretical perspectives and empirical findings in psychology. Topics include psychological research methods, biological bases of behavior, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, memory, motivation and emotion, health and stress, developmental psychology, sexuality, personality, abnormal behavior, therapies, social behavior, and cultural psychology. Not open to Psychology majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. farnumk@strose.edu
An introduction to the history, empirical evidence and modern theories of human sexuality. We will examine the nature of and influences on sexual decisions, sex research and theory, the sexual response cycle, love and communication and sexuality, sexuality throughout the lifespan, sexual orientation, contraception and pregnancy, sexual dysfunctions and sex therapy, and the commercialization of sex in our society today Fulfills diversity requirement. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Not open to first-year students. Fall, Spring, Summer
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This course examines the development of individuals from conception of birth to death. Emphasis is placed on psychological research and theories about how learning, emotion, cognition, personality, social interactions, and physical processes change over time with growth, maturity, and aging. Students will learn to critically analyze and apply key theories and empirical evidence to understand the changes that occur across the lifespan. This course is open only to non-majors. Students may not take this course for credit if they have completed PSY 250, PSY 252, and/or PSY 254. Course offered as needed.
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An introduction to the psychological study of loving relationships. From a developmental perspective, contemporary theories and empirical evidence on young adult relationships (the initiation and casually dating stage), love and relationship development (the in-love and seriously dating stage), premarital relationship decay and termination and the development of marital relationships are covered. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Offered as needed.
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This course will provide an overview of the theoretical, psychological, and cultural perspectives of death, dying, and bereavement. Topics include attachment and loss throughout the life cycle; grief, mourning, and bereavement; helping the bereaved cope; hospice care; aid in dying; assisted suicide; legal issues; suicide. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Spring
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An application of basic social psychological perspectives to character studies in major motion pictures. We will cover psychological theories that address attitudes, prejudice, love, social influence, altruism and aggression and then examine how psychological research corresponds to current pop cultural portrayals in film. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or 111 with a C- or better. Offered as needed.
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The purpose of this course is to provide a detailed understanding of brain/behavior relationships in humans. Students will learn the neural substrates (cortical and subcortical) responsible for producing behavioral deficits following different forms of brain damage. Topics may include mnemonic impairments, emotional abnormalities, and motivational deficits. Students may examine the neurobiology of neuropsychiatric disorders such as Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, and Schizophrenia and may learn about current issues in neuropsychology including learning disabilities, recovery of function following neural damage, and assessment of neuropsychological disorders. This course will not involve the use of laboratory animals. This course includes an imbedded laboratory component equivalent to 1 credit hour. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Recommended that students first complete, PSY 320 and PSY 320L with a C- or better. Fall, Summer
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Students should identify a location for an internship in conjunction with a full-time Psychology department faculty member. Interns must be supervised by a full-time member of the department and by an on-site supervisor throughout the semester. Students must have a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a Psychology GPA of 3.0 to qualify for an internship. Students must also receive permission of the department prior to registering for an internship.
Students should identify a location for an internship in conjunction with a full-time Psychology department faculty member. Interns must be supervised by a full-time member of the department and by an on-site supervisor throughout the semester. Students must have a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a Psychology GPA of 3.0 to qualify for an internship. Students must also receive permission of the department prior to registering for an internship.
Students should identify a location for an internship in conjunction with a full-time Psychology department faculty member. Interns must be supervised by a full-time member of the department and by an on-site supervisor throughout the semester. Students must have a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a Psychology GPA of 3.0 to qualify for an internship. Students must also receive permission of the department prior to registering for an internship.
Students should identify a location for an internship in conjunction with a full-time Psychology department faculty member. Interns must be supervised by a full-time member of the department and by an on-site supervisor throughout the semester. Students must have a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a Psychology GPA of 3.0 to qualify for an internship. Students must also receive permission of the department prior to registering for an internship.
Students should identify a location for an internship in conjunction with a full-time Psychology department faculty member. Interns must be supervised by a full-time member of the department and by an on-site supervisor throughout the semester. Students must have a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a Psychology GPA of 3.0 to qualify for an internship. Students must also receive permission of the department prior to registering for an internship.
Students will develop an empirical research prospectus which, upon completion, will be submitted to their advisor for departmental approval as described in the Independent Research Guidelines available on the Psychology Department web page. Upon approval of the prospectus, students will acquire permission to conduct their research from the appropriate oversight committee (IRB or IACUC) and will accumulate the materials necessary for data collection. This course is open to all students meeting the prerequisites, but has been designed specifically for students seeking Research Honors in Psychology. Students must take Independent Research I and Independent Research II in consecutive semesters unless specific permission is otherwise obtained. Students must select a primary advisor who will oversee the project during both semesters and must earn a grade of B or higher in order to be eligible for Research Honors. Course Prerequisites: PSY 299 and permission of a project advisor from the Psychology Department. Research honors Requirements: A minimum GPA of 3.2 overall and in Psychology at the time of graduation and a grade of B or higher in this course.
Students will collect and analyze their data, compose a publication quality manuscript, and do a public oral presentation and defense of their research project proposed in Independent Research I. Students should consult the Independent Research Guidelines on the Psychology web page for details regarding this course. Independent Research II is open to all students meeting the prerequisites, but has been designed specifically for students seeking Research Honors in Psychology. Students must take Independent Research I and Independent Research II in consecutive semesters unless special permission is obtained. Course Prerequisites: PSY 493 and permission of a project advisor from the Psychology department. Research Honors Prerequisites/Requirements: A grade of B or higher in PSY 493 and a minimum GPA of 3.2 overall and in Psychology at the time of graduation is required.
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
This lab is a complement to Senior Seminar (PSY 497 or 498). The purpose of this lab is to help students prepare for and successfully complete each section of the required Departmental Comprehensive Exam. Included are a combination of online and in classroom learning experiences. Students will receive study materials to help prepare them to complete each section of the exam that is administered each term. Review sessions will be offered as needed leading up to the administration of the exam. Either PSY 497 or 498 are co-requisite or prerequisite for this course. Students must complete this lab, each part of the comprehensive exam with a grade of C- or better, and the senior exit survey. Fall and Spring
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Cross-listed with FPY 490 L1 and PSY 498L L1.
This course is designed to provide Psychology and Forensic Psychology majors with a capstone experience. Each student in this course will be required to successfully complete and present a project on a significant question or topic that is being addressed by psychologists currently working in the discipline. Fulfills writing-intensive requirement. Prerequisite: PSY 299 completed with a C- or better. Successful completion of this seminar, with a C or better, is required for graduation. Open to senior Psychology majors. Fall, Spring
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Cross-listed with FPY 498 OL1.
This lab is a complement to Senior Seminar (PSY 497 or 498). The purpose of this lab is to help students prepare for and successfully complete each section of the required Departmental Comprehensive Exam. Included are a combination of online and in classroom learning experiences. Students will receive study materials to help prepare them to complete each section of the exam that is administered each term. Review sessions will be offered as needed leading up to the administration of the exam. Either PSY 497 or 498 are co-requisite or prerequisite for this course. Students must complete this lab, each part of the comprehensive exam with a grade of C- or better, and the senior exit survey. Fall and Spring
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Cross-listed with FPY 490 L1 and PSY 497L L1.