The class provides an exploration of personal awareness and interaction. Students will learn to apply psychological principles of human behavior, explore ways of knowing themselves, and learn how they are perceived by others. A combination of experimental and theoretical approaches is used to increase awareness, clarify values, and aid in decision-making that is sensitive to factors such as culture, gender, ethnicity, historical cohort, and socio-economic status of others.

This course is designed for students majoring in psychology, sociology and anthropology. The emphasis is on the use of statistics in behavioral science research. Topics discussed include procedures in hypothesis testing, descriptive, inferential and correlational statistics.

This psychological methods course emphasizes research design; experimental procedures and techniques; descriptive methodology; and the collection, analysis and interpretation of research data. The course details the scientific method, as well as ethical considerations in psychological research.

The course provides exploration of physiological bases of behavior. Topics include: neural impulses and sensory processes, neural basis of reinforcement, electrical stimulation of the brain, memory, learning, emotion, biofeedback, split-brain studies, and research on right and left hemispheres. Emphasis is on current research findings as well as ethical standards and implications.

Overview of human development across the lifespan, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains from conception through death and dying. Focus on developmental theory, research, and methods, as well as adaptive challenges, transitions, cultural, and contextual influences. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or better or "P.".

Overview of human development across the lifespan, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains from conception through death and dying. Focus on developmental theory, research, and methods, as well as adaptive challenges, transitions, cultural, and contextual influences. Honors work challenges students to be more analytical and creative through expanded assignments, real-world applications, and enrichment opportunities. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or better or "P.".

This course examines human sexuality across the lifespan from biological, psychological, sociocultural, and historical perspectives. Students explore sexual anatomy and physiology, sexual development, gender and sexual identities, sexual behavior and relationships, sexual health, and social, ethical, and policy issues. Emphasis is on the critical evaluation of research as it relates to individual sexuality, attitudes, and behaviors, while also examining gender norms, societal values, and media influences on sexual beliefs and practices.

This is an introductory course for students interested in public mental health. An overview of the history of public mental health, the types and functions of agencies, practices, careers, professional ethics, current trends and issues is provided.

This course examines the psychological research on gender. The psychosocial implications of sex differences and similarities in behavior, cognition, and personality are explored. Emphasis is placed on gender identity, gender roles and conflicts, status, gender stereotypes, masculinity, career and education dynamics, aspects of sexuality and partnering, and mental health.

This course examines human behavior in relation to the social environment. Individuals' thoughts and feelings, the power of a situation, other individuals, and the social group are explored. In particular, an overview is provided on aggression, prejudice and stereotypes, interpersonal attraction, attitudes, conformity, gender roles, cultural norms, person perception, and social cognition.

This course surveys various definitions, causes, and treatment methods relative to abnormal behavior. This course also covers psychological, biological and sociocultural theories of abnormal behavior. Topics include: diagnosis of abnormal behavior, clinical syndromes, various forms of intervention and preventive strategies.

This course is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to develop a research project and evaluate scientific evidence-based literature. It emphasizes research design and methods, scientific databases and evidence-based resources, and the application of research methods and statistical techniques that are crucial for assessing current scientific literature. Additionally, the course will place a strong focus on developing critical thinking skills and evidence-based decision making.

This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. The course will cover the biological bases of behavior, perception, cognition and consciousness, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology, applied psychology, and psychological disorders and therapeutic approaches. In addition, the course will examine the impact of diversity on psychological research, theory and application, including (but not limited to): age, race, ethnicity, culture, gender, socio-economic status, disability, and sexual orientation. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of "C" or better or "P.".

This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. This is an honors course. The course will cover the biological bases of behavior, perception, cognition and consciousness, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology, applied psychology, and psychological disorders and therapeutic approaches. In addition, the course will examine the impact of diversity on psychological research, theory and application, including (but not limited to): age, race, ethnicity, culture, gender, socio-economic status, disability, and sexual orientation. Honors work challenges students to be more analytical and creative through expanded assignments, real-world applications, and enrichment opportunities. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or better or "P.".