An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include the history of psychology, psychological research methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, memory, motivation and emotion, sexuality, health and stress and basic statistical applications of psychology. Transfer students who have taken Introduction to Psychology elsewhere would receive credit for this course. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
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 theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include the history of psychology, psychological research methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, memory, motivation and emotion, sexuality, health and stress and basic statistical applications of psychology. Transfer students who have taken Introduction to Psychology elsewhere would receive credit for this course. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include the history of psychology, psychological research methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, memory, motivation and emotion, sexuality, health and stress and basic statistical applications of psychology. Transfer students who have taken Introduction to Psychology elsewhere would receive credit for this course. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
Reserved for new freshmen.
An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include the history of psychology, psychological research methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, memory, motivation and emotion, sexuality, health and stress and basic statistical applications of psychology. Transfer students who have taken Introduction to Psychology elsewhere would receive credit for this course. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include the history of psychology, psychological research methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, memory, motivation and emotion, sexuality, health and stress and basic statistical applications of psychology. Transfer students who have taken Introduction to Psychology elsewhere would receive credit for this course. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
ONLINE ENTIRELY - BLACKBOARD
An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include a review of psychological research methods, developmental psychology, cognition and creativity, intelligence, personality, abnormal behavior, therapies, social behavior, cultural psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, community psychology and other areas of applied psychology. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
Reserved for new freshman.
An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include a review of psychological research methods, developmental psychology, cognition and creativity, intelligence, personality, abnormal behavior, therapies, social behavior, cultural psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, community psychology and other areas of applied psychology. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
Reserved for new freshman.
An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include a review of psychological research methods, developmental psychology, cognition and creativity, intelligence, personality, abnormal behavior, therapies, social behavior, cultural psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, community psychology and other areas of applied psychology. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include a review of psychological research methods, developmental psychology, cognition and creativity, intelligence, personality, abnormal behavior, therapies, social behavior, cultural psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, community psychology and other areas of applied psychology. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
An overview of the theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and applications in the major sub disciplines of psychology. Topics to be covered include a review of psychological research methods, developmental psychology, cognition and creativity, intelligence, personality, abnormal behavior, therapies, social behavior, cultural psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, community psychology and other areas of applied psychology. Not open to FPY or NSG majors. Fall, Spring (C8)
ONLINE ENTIRELY BLACKBOARD
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
Fulfills diversity requirement ONLINE. Not open to Freshmen.
This course offers an empirical study of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development through adolescence and emerging adulthood. Emphasis is on the predictable crises and developmental tasks faced during each period for a wide variety of cultures and countries. Topics include puberty, identity formation, autonomy, maturity, sexuality, education, work, dating and love, as well as the influence of media on development. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall
This course offers an empirical study of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development through adolescence and emerging adulthood. Emphasis is on the predictable crises and developmental tasks faced during each period for a wide variety of cultures and countries. Topics include puberty, identity formation, autonomy, maturity, sexuality, education, work, dating and love, as well as the influence of media on development. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall
This course provides a review of psychological findings and theories applicable to parenting to address the question “What is effective parenting?” A research-oriented approach will be emphasized. Topics to be covered include basic prenatal and childcare issues, theoretical perspectives, research on attachment and effective discipline strategies and techniques for building healthy parent-child and family relationships across lifespan. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall.
ONLINE ENTIRELY-BLACKBOARD
An introduction to psychological research strategies and statistical applications. Topics covered include searching the literature, measurement, validity, developing and writing hypotheses, descriptive studies, correlational design, experimental design, sampling, research ethics, descriptive statistics, and correlation coefficients. Students will design a novel, empirical study. Students must achieve an appropriate score on the Mathematics Placement exam. Fall, Spring
An introduction to psychological research strategies and statistical applications. Topics covered include searching the literature, measurement, validity, developing and writing hypotheses, descriptive studies, correlational design, experimental design, sampling, research ethics, descriptive statistics, and correlation coefficients. Students will design a novel, empirical study. Students must achieve an appropriate score on the Mathematics Placement exam. Fall, Spring
A continuation of PSY 295, it is strongly recommended that students take this course in the semester immediately following PSY 295. This course involves further examination of psychological research strategies and statistical applications, such as regression, probability, the logic of inferential statistics, t-tests, ANOVA, using statistical analysis software, experimental design, research ethics, drawing conclusions from research, and APA writing style. In this course, students will complete the psychological study designed in PSY 295, including data collection, data analysis, and submission of a formal research report. Fulfills writing-intensive requirement. May serve as a capstone experience for students completing an Interdepartmental Studies major including Psychology (research project must be interdisciplinary with other discipline(s) comprising Interdepartmental Studies major). Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 295 with a C- or better. Fall, Spring
Writing Intensive.
A continuation of PSY 295, it is strongly recommended that students take this course in the semester immediately following PSY 295. This course involves further examination of psychological research strategies and statistical applications, such as regression, probability, the logic of inferential statistics, t-tests, ANOVA, using statistical analysis software, experimental design, research ethics, drawing conclusions from research, and APA writing style. In this course, students will complete the psychological study designed in PSY 295, including data collection, data analysis, and submission of a formal research report. Fulfills writing-intensive requirement. May serve as a capstone experience for students completing an Interdepartmental Studies major including Psychology (research project must be interdisciplinary with other discipline(s) comprising Interdepartmental Studies major). Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 295 with a C- or better. Fall, Spring
Writing Intensive.
An introductory examination of the biological basis of behavior. Included are examinations of the central and peripheral nervous systems and endocrine system, and their respective roles in the production of behavior and cognition. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Must be taken in conjunction with PSY 320L. Fall, Spring
Students must be simultaneously enrolled in PSY 320L Section 1.
An introductory examination of the biological basis of behavior. Included are examinations of the central and peripheral nervous systems and endocrine system, and their respective roles in the production of behavior and cognition. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Must be taken in conjunction with PSY 320L. Fall, Spring
Students must be simultaneously enrolled in PSY 320L Section 02
Laboratory activities meant to support and extend the academic experience in PSY 320. Involves dissection of preserved tissues, microscopic examination of neural tissues, and the collection and study of behavioral/cognitive data. Must be taken in conjunction with PSY 320. Lab Fee. Fall, Spring
$65 Lab Fee; Students must be simultaneously enrolled in PSY 320L Section 1.
Laboratory activities meant to support and extend the academic experience in PSY 320. Involves dissection of preserved tissues, microscopic examination of neural tissues, and the collection and study of behavioral/cognitive data. Must be taken in conjunction with PSY 320. Lab Fee. Fall, Spring
$65 Lab Fee; Students must be simultaneously enrolled in PSY 320L Section 2.
This course will review the behavioral/cognitive consequences of various drugs of abuse and their neurobiological mechanisms. Drug treatments for clinical disorders including depression, mania, anxiety disorders, insomnia, schizophrenia, epilepsy, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and stroke will also be examined. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Spring.
An examination of the applications of psychological research and theories to physical health. Topics covered include stress and coping, theories of health behavior, changing health behavior, health protective and health compromising behaviors (e.g., diet, sleep, substance use), the relationship between health care professionals and patients, and specific chronic diseases (e.g., cardiovascular disease and cancer). Throughout the course, a biopsychosocial model of health will be emphasized. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall
An introduction to the diagnosis, study, and treatment of psychological disorders. Emphasis will be placed on the etiology, prognosis, and prevalence of the major mental disorders recognized by the American Psychological Association. The course covers major categories of psychiatric diagnoses including Anxiety, Mood, Eating, Sexual, Substance-Related, Personality, and Schizophrenia-Spectrum Disorders. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall, Spring
Provides an overview of the major systems of psychotherapy, including cognitive, behavioral, analytic, and family systems approaches. Theories, techniques, processes and assessment of the practice of therapeutic approaches will be discussed with a heavy emphasis on case studies. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. It is recommended that students complete PSY 363 before taking this course. Fall.
Provides an overview of the major systems of psychotherapy, including cognitive, behavioral, analytic, and family systems approaches. Theories, techniques, processes and assessment of the practice of therapeutic approaches will be discussed with a heavy emphasis on case studies. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. It is recommended that students complete PSY 363 before taking this course. Fall.
Lab Fee $65; Lab imbedded in course.
What does psychology look like outside of the USA, Canada, and Europe? Can western psychological theories, methods and findings provide accurate understandings of people in other cultures? How might a psychologist best understand people from cultures other than one's own? How is 'indigenous' psychology developing in countries across the world and what do they contribute to our understanding of basic psychological development and functioning? We will seek to address these questions in the course by comparing US/Canadian/European cultures and psychologies with those of Japan, India, China, Southeast Asia, Ghana, Taiwan and other places around the world. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110 or 111 with a C- or better. Fall.
What does psychology look like outside of the USA, Canada, and Europe? Can western psychological theories, methods and findings provide accurate understandings of people in other cultures? How might a psychologist best understand people from cultures other than one's own? How is 'indigenous' psychology developing in countries across the world and what do they contribute to our understanding of basic psychological development and functioning? We will seek to address these questions in the course by comparing US/Canadian/European cultures and psychologies with those of Japan, India, China, Southeast Asia, Ghana, Taiwan and other places around the world. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110 or 111 with a C- or better. Fall.
ONLINE Course.
An in-depth examination of the major personality theorists, including Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Trait, Behavioral, Social Learning, and Cognitive perspectives. Emphasis will be placed on the evaluation and empirical validity of each perspective. Each personality theory will also be applied to a major motion picture and thoroughly investigated. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall
An in-depth examination of the major personality theorists, including Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Trait, Behavioral, Social Learning, and Cognitive perspectives. Emphasis will be placed on the evaluation and empirical validity of each perspective. Each personality theory will also be applied to a major motion picture and thoroughly investigated. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall
This course provides a focused discussion of topics and issues central to the practice of psychology. As a capstone experience for students in the Clinical concentration or any student planning a career in mental health, this course explores specific theoretical orientations and approaches such as clinical psychology, neuropsychology, health psychology, clinical child psychology, forensic psychology, and others. This course also includes discussion of ethical concerns, professional issues, graduate training, and careers in mental health. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C or better. Fall
A study of how humans perceive, attend to, recognize, learn and remember information. Applied topics that will be covered include eye witness testimony, memory failures, language, consciousness, and creativity. Emphasis will be placed on empirical research findings that provide a theoretical understanding of mental processes. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall
ONLINE ENTIRELY: BLACKBOARD
A study of how humans perceive, attend to, recognize, learn and remember information. Applied topics that will be covered include eye witness testimony, memory failures, language, consciousness, and creativity. Emphasis will be placed on empirical research findings that provide a theoretical understanding of mental processes. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Fall
ONLINE ENTIRELY: BLACKBOARD
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.
Arranged-Flint
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.
Arranged-Krawcyzk
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.
Arranged-Zak
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.
Arranged-Powers
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.
Arranged-Dorr
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.
Arranged-Crowley
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.
Flint
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.
Krawcyzk
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.
Zak
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.
Powers
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.
Dorr
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.
Crowley
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.
Flint
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.
Krawcyzk
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.
Zak
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.
Powers
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.
Dorr
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.
Crowley
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Flint
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Krawczyk
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Zak
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Powers
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Dorr
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Crowley
This course will provide students with a capstone experience that focuses on the intellectual roots of modern psychology, including contributions from ancient and modern philosophy and evolutionary theory. The founders and other figures in the history of psychology are discussed, as well as their schools of thought: structuralism, functionalism, Gestalt psychology, behaviorism, psychoanalysis, humanism, cognitive psychology, and contemporary and modern psychology, including efforts to create a unified theory of psychology. Additional topics included are the history of clinical psychology (views and treatment of mental illness) and the rise of mental testing. Fulfills writing-intensive requirement. Prerequisite: PSY 299 completed with a C or better. Successful completion of the seminar with a grade of C- or better required for graduation. Open to senior Psychology majors. Fall
Writing Intensive Course Must be taken in conjunction with PSY 497L.
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
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
Writing Intensive Course Must be taken in conjunction with PSY 498L or FPY 490L.
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
Students must receive instructor approval on an Independent Study Proposal form prior to registration. Independent studies are permitted only for topics that are not already covered in courses offered by the department.
INDEPENDENT STUDY APPLICATION
Students must receive instructor approval on an Independent Study Proposal form prior to registration. Independent studies are permitted only for topics that are not already covered in courses offered by the department.
INDEPENDENT STUDY APPLICATION Dorr
Students must receive instructor approval on an Independent Study Proposal form prior to registration. Independent studies are permitted only for topics that are not already covered in courses offered by the department.
INDEPENDENT STUDY APPLICATION
Students must receive instructor approval on an Independent Study Proposal form prior to registration. Independent studies are permitted only for topics that are not already covered in courses offered by the department.
INDEPENDENT STUDY APPLICATION
Students must receive instructor approval on an Independent Study Proposal form prior to registration. Independent studies are permitted only for topics that are not already covered in courses offered by the department.
INDEPENDENT STUDY APPLICATION
Students must receive instructor approval on an Independent Study Proposal form prior to registration. Independent studies are permitted only for topics that are not already covered in courses offered by the department.
INDEPENDENT STUDY APPLICATION
Students must receive instructor approval on an Independent Study Proposal form prior to registration. Independent studies are permitted only for topics that are not already covered in courses offered by the department.