Throughout their studies, students learn to define problems, formulate testable hypotheses, gather and analyze relevant data, and interpret results in relation to the hypothesis and other existing evidence. These are skills that enable our students to successfully enter the workforce in service or business settings or continue their education through graduate studies. A variety of intermediate-level courses explore the major disciplines within psychology. An Outstanding Program Students conduct independent research. The strong theoretical and empirical emphasis of the program has won praise from both graduate schools and employers of our graduates.
Career counseling is specific to student interests and talents.
Faculty are active in research and in the profession. They have presented and published their work in national and international forums. Dr. Ruscio recently completed a book that contrasts science with pseudoscience through the use of examples such as multiple personality disorder and recovered memories. Dr. Lemley's area of expertise is perception. Recently three students in her Research in Perception class won regional and national awards for their research projects.