At least one biology course recommended. An investigation of the mental processes involved in the acquisition, organization, and use of knowledge. One laboratory per week involving class demonstrations and experiments. An examination of theory and research on gender identity, gender roles, and the similarities and differences between males and females in our society. Topics include gender stereotypes, gender role development, and psychological androgyny, as well as sex differences in cognitive abilities, aggression, mental health, sexuality, and family roles.
Students also learn basic interviewing techniques and examine ethical and professional issues.
A psychological approach to the study of age-related changes that occur in the years between the onset of puberty and early adulthood. Topics include theories of adolescence, cognitive development, identity formation, moral reasoning, sexuality, and family and peer relations. Peer Education Applied work in community psychology, carried out in conjunction with Counseling Services, in preparation toward becoming a Peer Educator. Focus is on learning strategies for assessing and developing community, group process, and communication. Students investigate topics such as interpersonal decision- making, sexual assault, and substance abuse.