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PSY-322
Psychology of Personality
A study of the normal personality including structure, dynamics and theoretical approaches, exploration of
patterns of adjustment, and the methods of personality assessment.
3.00
PSY-323
Psychology of Gender
An analysis of the male and female personality; special consideration given to biological, intellectual,
motivational, and achievement characteristics.
3.00
PSY-341
Social Psychology of Aging
( For description see SOC 341).
3.00
PSY-350
Counseling Theory & Practice
An integrated approach to the study of basic helping relationships utilizing theory, practice, and case applications; exploration of the nature and dynamics of the helping encounter in addition to strategies and interviewing techniques.
3.00
PSY-370
History of Psychology
Comprehensive investigation of historical antecedents of contemporary psychology. Philosophical roots and major theorists and paradigms are examined. Enrollment limited to juniors and seniors psychology majors.
3.00
PSY-4000
Psychology-Capstone
Regular class meetings will involve reading and discussing seminal works in the field. Under the direction of the faculty member, students will select a topic relevant to their discipline for in- depth research and report the results of their work orally and in writing. In addition, students will be required to engage in a service project congruent with their research.
3.00
PSY-420
Promoting Global Health Thru Comm Engage
Promoting Global Health through Community Engagement is an interdisciplinary global servicelearning course. Students will research Jamaican society and culture, education, health, and mental health systems and develop health / mental health education trainings and activities for adolescent residents of Mustard Seed Communities in Kingston, Jamaica. This experiential learning course prepares students to apply public health education and psychoeducation skills in a global setting, therefore participation in the 8-day international travel is a mandatory requirement of the course( students will complete the course in spring and travel in summer). Eligible students must have a major or minor in public health, a major in psychology, or a minor in counseling and interpersonal relations. 3 credits. PUB Pre- or Co-Requisites: PUB-240 or PUB-310, and PUB-200 PSY Pre-Requisites: PSY 100 and PSY 200.
3.00
PSY-435
Psychology Practicum
This course is designed to afford senior psychology majors a practical experience in the application of psychological theory and research. With the recommendation of the psychology faculty and the approval of the program coordinator, students may work in a 40-hour-per-credit practicum opportunity. The practicum setting must provide a learning opportunity consistent with the learning outcomes of the program. Students must consult and meet with the program coordinator during the semester prior to the semester when the practicum will be completed to have the practicum site approved.
3.00
PSY-437
Special Topics
Investigation of a selected topic or topics designed to integrate and deepen the students ' comprehension and application of psychology.
3.00
PSY-439
Independent Study
Qualified advanced students may arrange independent study in areas not covered by existing courses. Registration is with consent of involved faculty and permission of the Chairperson, the Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences and the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
1.00
PSY-450
Research Seminar
Research under the direction of a faculty mentor on a topic chosen by faculty and / or students. Work is reported orally and in writing.
3.00
PUB-100
Introduction to Public Health
This course will provide students with a broad overview of the field of public health in the United States and around the globe. Students will understand the purpose and breadth of public health and explore the impact it has on their own and others ' lives. In addition, students will be introduced to the people and organizations who do the work of public health and the challenges they face.
3.00