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)
Fee: $10. Reserved for 1st year NSG majors.
Undergraduate Courses
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- 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)
Fee: $10. Reserved for 1st year FPY and NSG majors.
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)
Fee: $10. Reserved for 1st year FPY and NSG majors.
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)
Fee: $10. Reserved for 1st year FPY majors.
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)
Fee: $10. Reserved for 1st year PSY majors.
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)
COMPLETELY ONLINE. Asynchronous ONLINE. Fee: $10.
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)
Fee: $10.
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)
Fee: $10.
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)
Fee: $10. Reserved for 1st year PSY majors.
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)
Fee: $10. Reserved for 1st year PSY majors.
Students will be guided through the process of writing, designing, and presenting primary empirical research results at a professional conference. Students completing this course will be required to make a presentation at a regional, national, or international conference, unless alternative arrangements are made with the instructor prior to registration. Prerequisites: Successful completion of PSY 110 or PSY 111 with a C- or better. Instructor permission required. This is a half-semester course that will be during the second half of the fall semester.
Students are required to submit a summary of an original research project for consideration of poster presentation at a psychological conference. Instructor permission required. Course meets second half of the semester (10/21-12/17).
The First-Year Seminar is available to new students during the first semester of their first year at the College. The psychological topic(s) covered in the course will vary from year to year and from one professor to another, but the academic content will focus on critical thinking/analysis and college-level writing and oral communication skills. Particular emphasis will be places on helping new psychology majors begin development of key skills that are necessary for success in college. Students will be offered opportunities to develop their academic skills by reading, writing, analyzing, and discussing current issues in psychological research and theory. Restricted to first-year first-semester PSY majors in the bachelor of science program.
Restricted to first year students.
The First-Year Seminar is available to new students during the first semester of their first year at the College. The psychological topic(s) covered in the course will vary from year to year and from one professor to another, but the academic content will focus on critical thinking/analysis and college-level writing and oral communication skills. Particular emphasis will be places on helping new psychology majors begin development of key skills that are necessary for success in college. Students will be offered opportunities to develop their academic skills by reading, writing, analyzing, and discussing current issues in psychological research and theory. Restricted to first-year first-semester PSY majors in the bachelor of science program.
Restricted to first year students.
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
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Fulfills diversity requirement.
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
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Schoenfd@strose.edu.
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.
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Crowleyk@strose.edu.
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
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 Course.
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 Course.
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 Course.
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 L1.
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 L2.
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
Students must be simultaneously enrolled in PSY 320 01. Lab Fee: $75.
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
Students must be simultaneously enrolled in PSY 320 02. Lab Fee: $75.
This course will introduce students to the empirical evidence and theories of positive psychology, a discipline recognized in 1998 as the scientific study of what goes right in life. Traditional approaches in psychology often emphasize the negative-symptoms and inadequacies in personality and abnormal psychology, prejudice, the bystander effect and aggression in social psychology, and irrational thinking and bias in cognitive psychology. The Science of Happiness, on the other hand focuses on strengths, skill sets, virtues and coping skills. By studying such topics, we can enable individuals and communities to thrive and flourish, making life better lived and happier. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or 111 with a C or better. Fall.
HYBRID.
This course will introduce students to the empirical evidence and theories of positive psychology, a discipline recognized in 1998 as the scientific study of what goes right in life. Traditional approaches in psychology often emphasize the negative-symptoms and inadequacies in personality and abnormal psychology, prejudice, the bystander effect and aggression in social psychology, and irrational thinking and bias in cognitive psychology. The Science of Happiness, on the other hand focuses on strengths, skill sets, virtues and coping skills. By studying such topics, we can enable individuals and communities to thrive and flourish, making life better lived and happier. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or 111 with a C or better. Fall.
HYBRID.
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.
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Flintr@strose.edu.
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
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.
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE.
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.
An examination of the psychophysiological processes of gathering and interpreting information from the world around us through sound, touch, taste, olfaction, and particularly the visual system. The innate, neural, and learned aspects of sensation and perception will be considered. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 101, PSY 110, or PSY 111 with a C- or better. This course includes an imbedded laboratory component equivalent to 1 credit hour. Recommended that students first complete, PSY 320 and PSY 320L with a C- or better. Spring, even years.
Lab Fee: $75.
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.
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Crowleyk@strose.edu.
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
HYBRID.
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
HYBRID.
Psychological and statistical techniques applicable to the measurement of human behaviors and characteristics. Attention is paid to the theoretical constructs and social issues underlying psychological testing, as well as to technical issues such as test construction, sampling, reliability, validity, and interpretation. Prerequisite: successful completion of PSY 295 with a C- or better. Spring
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
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
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Zaka@strose.edu.
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 - Krawczyk.
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 - 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 - Farnum.
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.
This course is designed to apply knowledge as a Psychology major to each student's plan after graduation. Students will reflect on their career interests, using core concepts of Psychology. This capstone experience is a hybrid academic and professional course, where students will demonstrate their skills both in the classroom and the real world, as they apply to potential career opportunities. Prerequisites: Successful completion of PSY 294 or PSY 295 with a C- or better and senior standing. Satisfies writing intensive requirement. Offered every spring and as needed.
Completely ONLINE. ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE. Instructor's signature/approval needed for this course.
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.
Krawczyk.
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.
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.
Farnum.
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.
Krawczyk.
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.
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.
Farnum.
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.
Dorr.
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Farnum.
Students must make specific arrangements for Directed Research with a full-time faculty member in the Psychology department prior to registration.
Crowley.
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 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; Open to PSY majors. FPY majors must have instructor's permission.
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; Open to PSY majors. FPY majors must have instructor's permission.
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 Required.