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  • 3.00 Credits

    A study of the policy choices, regional and global issues, and trends facing the United States in the contemporary international system. Included is an examination of the nature of international policy formation and its principles, as well as an overview of the history of U.S. foreign policy. Major emphasis is placed on U.S. involvement in world affairs since World War II, always viewed in its current context.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Psychology continues to grow as a major. Given the broad nature of career opportunities, it is vital for students to understand the field to make informed decisions regarding their career and future education. An overview of the major is discussed in addition to various careers in psychology including human services, counseling and research. Students are introduced to various resources available to them as psychology majors, along with learning valuable study skills for psychology courses. A plan for future study and interests is accomplished based on the cumulative information from the semester.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course offers information about writing in APA style. The basic components of a research paper are reviewed. Students learn how to cite in-text and in a reference list and how to format a paper in APA style, including figures and tables. Issues relating to writing style in APA are also discussed.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course offers a comprehensive overview of human sexual behavior from a biopsychosocial perspective. This course will emphasize both quantitative and qualitative psychological research and theory on human sexuality and also consider the biological, evolutionary, social, and cultural factors that influence our sex lives. Students will critically evaluate sexual health education programs in a variety of settings (school & community) and understand key issues in sexual health promotion.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This introductory course will provide students with an overview of the current body of knowledge and methods of the science of psychology. With an emphasis on empirical examination, the course focuses on the historical and contemporary foundations of psychology, cognition, emotions, learning, memory, consciousness, human development, biological bases of behavior, personality, psychological disorders, therapy and social behavior. Emphasis will be placed on the application of psychology to diverse human endeavors and on the students' abillity to recognize and and cope with uncertainty and ambiguity in human behavior.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides an introductory examination of applied psychological theory. Students will examine the ways in which psychological principles apply to critical aspects of personal adjustment and the capacity that human beings have to face, adapt, and effectively cope with a rapidly changing environment. Emphasis is on identifying, developing, and maintaining personal strategies for individual growth and social adjustment.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to provide an overview of industrial/organizational (I/O) psychology. I/O psychology is a subfield of psychology concerned with various aspects of people in the workplace, including employee productivity and well-being. The "industrial" part deals with personnel functions, such as analyzing jobs, appraising employee performance, selecting, placing, and training employees. The "organizational" part is concerned with the social and psychological aspects of work, including employee attitudes, behavior, emotions, health, motivation, leadership, and group dynamics. Both real-world applications and research will be emphasized throughout the course.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Overview of development throughout the entire life cycle. Developmental themes that emerge in and across different stages of life, including physical cognitive, social and emotional factors are surveyed. The role of heredity, culture, personal experience and the environment are discussed.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores the science of interpersonal relationships, focusing on their critical role in shaping behavior, identity, psychological growth, and well-being. Students will examine key theories and research on the development, maintenance, and dissolution of diverse relationships, including friendships and romantic partnerships. The course emphasizes the profound impact of these connections on mental and physical health within various sociocultural contexts.
  • 1.00 Credits

    In most social science professions it is important to identify, read, evaluate and write about research studies. This course provides students a foundation for reviewing, reading and writing about research. Using library and internet resources, students will formulate a research strategy, develop search skills, evaluate sources, and prepare an annotated bibliography for their research method literature review.
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