94 courses with the subject PSY, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
A course designed for first and second year students who wish to improve their academic performance through the application of learning, study, memory, and time management strategies. By permission of the instructor only. Pass/Fail only. P-Prerequisite override required.
Neuroscience:
Introduces statistics and research design for students minoring in psychology. P—PSY 151 (D, QR, QDA)
Design and statistical analysis of correlational research. Laboratory section required. P-PSY 151 and at least 3 credit hours from PSY 220-299. C- PSY 211L. (D, QR, QDA)
C-PSY 211.
Design and statistical analysis of experimental methods. Laboratory section required. P-PSY 211. C-PSY 212L. (QR, QDA)
C-PSY 212.
An introduction to the biological substrates and processes that govern behavior. P- PSY 151. (D)
Surveys theory and research on cognitive processes. Emphasizes memory, attention, visual and auditory information processing, concept identification/formation, and language. P- PSY 151. (D)
3 PSY 223 Social Affective Neuroscience 3 6 PSY 237 Topics in Brain and Cognitive Sciences 3 3 PSY 241 Developmental Psychology 3
An in-depth exploration of research and theory on emotions and social processes from a neuroscience perspective with a primary focus on neuroimaging studies. P- PSY 151. (D) Combined Bulletin 2026-2027 267
An in-depth exploration of research and theory on one or more topics regarding the brain and cognitive sciences. P- PSY 151. May be repeated for credit if topic varies. (D)
A brief exploration of research and theory on one or more topics regarding the brain and cognitive sciences. May be repeated for credit if topic varies. P- PSY 151.
A survey of individual differences in personality and their relationship with cognition, emotion, and behavior. The course explores how personality shapes and is shaped by individual experiences and broader societal contexts. P-PSY 151. (D)
Surveys physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development in humans from conception to death. Service-Learning required: 20 hours of volunteer work in the community related to class. P-PSY 151. (D)
A survey of Social Psychology, focusing on the scientific study of how human thoughts, feelings and behaviors are affected by social contexts. Topics include social behavior, interpersonal attraction, attitudes and attitude change, and the self. P-PSY 151. (D)
Theoretical and empirical examination of the processes underlying stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination. P-PSY 151. (CD, D, POR)
it REL 305 Ethnography of Religion 3
Surveys characteristics and issues of parenting and parent-child relationships as related to a variety of factors, including developmental changes of parent and child, family structure, and sociocultural context. P-PSY 151. (D)
An in-depth exploration of research and theory on one or more topics regarding the Individual in Context. May be repeated for credit if topic varies. P-PSY 151. (D)
A brief exploration of research and theory on one or more topics regarding the Individual in Context. May be repeated for credit if topic varies. P-PSY 151.
Psychological principles and methods applied to problems commonly encountered in business and in the workplace. P-PSY 151. (D)
A cross- and inter-disciplinary survey of theory and research on the conceptualization and measurement of well-being, the mechanisms that cause and maintain it, and the applicability of this research for improving the quality of lives. P-PSY 151. (D)
A cross-disciplinary survey of theory and research on the social, biological, cognitive, and developmental mechanisms underlying stress and coping with stress. P-PSY 151. (D)
Study of psychological disorders such as depression, alcoholism, antisocial personality, the schizophrenias, and pathogenic personality patterns, with emphasis on causes, prevention, and the relationships of these disorders to daily function. P-PSY 151. (D)
Explores the complex interplay between psychological and biological aspects of human sexuality, with attention to sexual behavior, sexual pleasure, sexual orientation, sexual dysfunction and sex therapy, and cross-cultural norms surrounding sex. P-PSY 151. (D)
An in-depth exploration of research and theory on one or more topics regarding Applied Psychology and Mental Health. May be repeated for credit if topic varies. P-PSY 151. (D)
A brief exploration of research and theory on one or more topics regarding Applied Psychology and Mental Health. May be repeated for credit if topic varies. P-PSY 151.
An in-depth examination of theory and research findings in one or more selected areas of Cognitive Psychology. P-PSY 212 or NEU 354 and PSY 221.
An in-depth examination of theory and research findings in one or more selected areas of Developmental Psychology. P-PSY 211 and PSY 241.
An in-depth examination of theory and research findings on sensory systems such as vision, hearing, touch, and taste. P-PSY 212 or NEU 354 and either PSY 220 or PSY 221.
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An in-depth examination of theory and research findings in one or more selected areas regarding race and ethnicity. P- PSY 211. (CD)
An in-depth examination of theory and research findings on gender and sexuality through a psychological lens, examining how biological, social, cognitive, and developmental factors shape gender identity, roles, and experiences, as well as sexual orientation. P-PSY 211 and at least one of the following: WGS 150, WGS 221, PSY 241, PSY 265, HST 114 or ECN 242.
The development of psychological thought and research from ancient Greece to the present. P-Senior majors or prerequisite override required.
An in-depth examination of theory and research findings on the social and biological aspects of animal behavior from insects to humans. P- PSY 211 or NEU 354 and PSY 220.
An examination of current research topics in Psychology intended for students in the Departmental Honors Program. Critical thinking, written and oral presentation skills will be emphasized as will initiatio of research for an Honors Thesis. P-PSY 212 and prerequisite override required.
An in-depth examination of theory and research findings in one or more selected areas in Psychology. P-PSY 212.
An examination of the content, research approaches, methods, and analyses relating to the study of developmental psychology. Research projects required. P-PSY 212.
An examination of the content, research approaches, methods, and analyses relating to the study of emotion. Developmental, cultural, social-psychological, physiological, personality, and clinical perspectives on emotions are included. Research projects required. P-PSY 212.
An examination of the content, research approaches, methods, and analyses relating to the study of human personality. Research projects required. P-PSY 212.
An examination of the content, research approaches, methods, and analyses relating to the study of people in a social context. Research projects required. P-PSY 212 and PSY 242.
An examination of the content, research approaches, methods, and analyses relating to the field of psychological assessment, emphasizing the construction and evaluation of psychological tests, the data analytic techniques underlying those processes, and the use of psychological assessments. Research projects required. P-PSY 212.
An examination of the content, research approaches, methods, and analyses relating to the study of how people make decisions and judgments about their lives and the world, and how these processes can be improved. Research projects required. P-PSY 212.
An examination of the content, research approaches, methods, and analyses relating to the study of Learning Theory. The class will design and conduct its own learning experiment. Research projects required. P-PSY 212 or NEU 354.
An in-depth examination of quantitative research approaches, methods, and analysis in psychology intended for students in the Departmental Honors Program. Multivariate statistical methods will be defined in detail, then applied to students' Honors Thesis research projects. P-PSY 212 and prerequisite override required.
An examination of the content, research approaches, methods, and analyses relating to the study of a specialized area within Psychology. Research projects required. May be repeated for credit if topic varies. P-PSY 212.
Student research performed under faculty supervision. May be repeated for credit. P-PSY 151 and prerequisite override required. n
Field work in pre-approved settings under the supervision of qualified professionals. Related readings and a term paper required. Students must apply and secure permission from a designated Psychology Department faculty member who will assign the final grade. Students desiring to propose an internship that has not been pre-approved must do so at least 1 month before the proposed start of the internship, following standard department procedures. Internships will not be approved for credit after the internship has already begun. Pass/Fail only. Open only to declared psychology majors or minors with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Maximum 3 hours. P-PSY 210 or 211 and prerequisite override required.
An independent research project performed under faculty supervision as part of the Psychology Honors program. P-Prerequisite override required.
Specially arranged Psychology-related experiences conducted by students and overseen by Psychology faculty. P-Prerequisite override required.
Seminar treatment of current theory and research in several areas of psychology. Required for senior majors. P- PSY 212 or PSY 312, and senior major standing. This course is intended for majors that declared prior to the 2025-2026 Bulletin changes to the Psychology curriculum.
Neurophysiological and neuroanatomical explanations of behavior.
Survey of the influences of a wide range of psychoactive drugs, both legal and illegal, on human physiology, cognition, and behavior.
Theory and current research in learning, with emphasis on applications of learning principles for behavior modification and comparisons across species.
Survey of theory and research findings on various sensory systems (vision, hearing, touch, taste).
In-depth examination of research in a selected area of cognitive psychology such as memory, attention, or executive function. Research projects required.
Survey of basic motivational concepts and related evidence.
Survey of theory, methods, and research in the area of emotion. Developmental, cultural, social-psychological, physiological, personality, and clinical perspectives on emotions are given.
Methodological issues and selected research in child development. Research projects required.
Research and theory on social and cognitive processes that underlie prejudice and discrimination.
Surveys connections between abnormal neurological processes and clinical abnormalities. This implies already having an understanding of normal brain function and anatomy.
The application of a variety of research procedures to the study of human personality. Research projects required.
Methodological issues and selected research in the study of the human as a social animal. Field research projects required.
Examination of differences in psychological processes (e.g., attitudes, perception, mental health, organizational behavior) associated with cultural variation.
Exploration of the psychological similarities and differences between human males and females, including consideration of social, cognitive, motivational, biological, and developmental determinants of behavior.
Theory and application of psychological assessment procedures in the areas of intelligence, aptitude, vocational interest, and personality.
Overview in the field of clinical and other selected areas of applied psychology.
Comparison of cross-cultural similarities and differences in the initiation, maintenance, and treatment of prejudice, discrimination, and racism, with an emphasis on past and current trends in the U.S.
Surveys characteristics of parent-child relationships and issues of parenting as related to a variety of factors, including developmental changes of parent and child, family structure, and sociocultural context.
Theoretical and empirical examination of how people make decisions and judgments about their lives and the world, and how these processes can be improved.
Seminar treatment of current theory and research in specific areas within psychology. The course is one-half semester.
Seminar courses in selected topics in psychology.
Seminar courses in selected topics in psychology.
Seminar course in selected topics in psychology.
Intensive study of analysis of research data in psychology. Covers methods such as analysis of variance, contrast analysis, and other techniques, as well as in-depth discussions of data analytic issues like the logic of hypothesis testing, benefits and concerns regarding preregistration, etc. Requires previous coursework in basic statistics. Permission of instructor required.
Intensive study of analysis of research data in psychology. Covers methods such as linear regression, multilevel modeling, logistic regression, multivariate analysis of variance, factor analysis, path analysis, and structural equation modeling. Requires previous coursework in basic statistics. P-PSY 715.
Intensive study of data science methods for psychological research. Covers data wrangling, visualization, modeling, and reproducible analysis using contemporary statistical software. Requires previous or concurrent coursework in basic statistics. Permission of instructor required.
Study of the biological basis of behavior and mental processes, with emphasis on current developments in neuroscience, and human applications of this information. Laboratory work in neuroanatomy and psychophysiology.
Current theory and research on functional characteristics and neural correlates of cognitive processes in such areas as memory, attention, and language.
Basic learning principles and concepts and related motivational concepts.
Critical examination of the major findings, principles, and theories of development, with attention to both human and lower-animal research.
Content and methodology of social psychology examined through a critical and comparative analysis of contemporary theory and literature.
Evaluation of contemporary solutions to important problems in personality psychology, with special attention to historical context and anticipated future directions.
Work experience in an applied psychology setting (such as clinical or industrial) under a qualified supervisor.
Work experience in an applied psychology setting (such as clinical or industrial) under a qualified supervisor.
Work experience in an applied psychology setting (such as clinical or industrial) under a qualified supervisor.
Work experience in an applied psychology setting (such as clinical or industrial) under a qualified supervisor.
This listing allows the graduate student, working under the supervision of a faculty member, to pursue and receive credit for 1) a special reading project in an area not covered by regular courses or 2) a special research project not related to the master’s thesis. Supervising faculty member and hours credit for which enrolled determined by graduate committee prior to registration.
First-year students undertake a substantial research project under the direction of their advisor.
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