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Psychology (PSYC)

"From the most ancient subject we shall produce the newest science." Hermann Ebbinghaus, 1885.

Psychology is the science of behavior and mental processes. It shares with the natural sciences an orientation toward objective observation, experimentation and quantitative analysis. It shares with the humanities and fine arts an interest in the total human experience and concern for the dignity of each individual person.

The study of psychology makes an important contribution to a liberal arts education. It addresses questions that have long been central to our thinking about human experience. By expanding and enriching our understanding of how people think, feel and behave, the study of psychology stimulates our intellectual growth. Personal growth comes through the self-understanding that develops when we apply our expanded and enriched understanding of people in general to our own thoughts, feelings and actions. The study of psychology also fosters moral awareness and growth. Psychology challenges students to safeguard the welfare and rights of others; establish relationships of trust; promote accuracy, honesty and truthfulness; and respect the dignity and worth of each person.

The study of psychology prepares students for full lives as adults who think critically, respond compassionately and make valuable contributions to their communities. Employment and career opportunities for psychology majors are limited only by their motivation and creativity. With a baccalaureate degree students can pursue careers in a range of fields such as human services, education, human resource management, market research and advertising, and sales. With a master's degree, students can pursue careers in fields such as social work, counseling, school psychology, or industrial-organizational psychology. With a doctoral degree, students can pursue careers as clinical psychologists, research scientists, or college professors. Students can also pursue graduate education leading to careers in medicine and law.

The psychology discipline at St. Norbert College is committed to: increasing and broadening students' scientific knowledge of behavior and mental processes, increasing and broadening students' understanding of themselves and others, and encouraging students to apply this knowledge and understanding appropriately to improve the condition of individuals, organizations and society. We pursue this mission within the context of the College's commitment to providing an educational environment that is intellectually, spiritually and personally challenging.

Graduate School Advisor: Dr. Stuart Korshavn

2007-2008 Psychology Program Requirements

2005-2007 Psychology Program Requirements

2003-2005 Psychology Program Requirements

2001-2003 Psychology Program Requirements

Psychology Course Descriptions

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