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PS 430A - Nonprofit Grantwriting and Government Relations
4 credits
Surveys a nonprofit manager’s primary areas of responsibility, including strategic planning, organizational change and development, locating and securing grants, and developing outcome-based assessment tools. Emphasizes assessing and evaluating grants-based programs. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 430B - Nonprofit Volunteerism, Board Development, and Community Mobilization
4 credits
Surveys the nonprofit manager’s areas of responsibility in leading volunteers, volunteer management, and board development and management. Emphasizes the importance of strategically mobilizing community involvement. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 436 - Health Care Policy: “Obamacare and Beyond”
4 credits
Examines through the lens of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“Obamacare”) how social and political issues converge in the area of health care and how insurance and pharmaceutical companies, doctors and state and local officials all have a stake in the outcome of health care policy decisions. Prerequisite(s): PS 201 or PS 202 .
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 452 - United States Foreign Relations through 1945
4 credits
An advanced examination of the international affairs of the United States, analyzing political, economic, strategic, and ideological factors. Also examines the effects of the U. S. Foreign policy at home and abroad. Covers the position of the British North American Colonies in the international system, the diplomacy of independence, free trade, continental expansion, the Civil War imperialism, progressive internationalism, World War I, the diplomacy of the New Era and Great Depression, and World War II. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above. (Cross-listed with HST 452 ).
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 453 - United States Foreign Relations since 1945
4 credits
An advanced examination of the international affairs of the United States, analyzing political, economic, strategic, and ideological factors. Also examines the effects of U. S. foreign policy at home and abroad. Covers the breakdown of the Grand Alliance, the Cold War, decolonization, globalization, terrorism, and the wars in the Middle East. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above. (Cross-listed with HST 453 ).
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 454 - U.S.-Latin American Relations
4 credits
Examines the history of relations between Latin American nations and the United States, focusing on the last half of the twentieth century. Focuses on the impact of Latin America’s nationalist, anti-imperialist, class, racial, and economic struggles on foreign relations, while recognizing the asymmetrical hegemonic relationships between the United States and other nations in the hemisphere. Analyzes American policies in terms of the domestic and global contexts within which leaders defined national economic, strategic, and ideological interests and their regional policy objectives. HST 251 , HST 111 , or PS 110 (or equivalent) recommended. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above. (Cross-listed with HST 454 )
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 460 - Grand Strategy
4 credits
Explores, using the format of a reading seminar, the history of grand strategy. Students analyze strategies pursued by dynastic realms, nation states, transnational organizations and corporations from the early modern era to the present. Emphasizes changes in strategic thinking over time; the relationship between strategy, politics, and modes of dispute resolution; and the relationship between technological change and strategy. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above. (Cross-listed with HST 460 )
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 498 - Senior Seminar
4 credits
Enables students to apply the concepts, principles, and theories of political science to a practical simulation of political action. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 501 - Research
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PS 503 - Thesis
1 to 9 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PS 505 - Reading and Conference
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PS 507 - Seminar
1 to 4 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PS 509 - Practicum
1 to 16 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PS 521 - International Law
4 credits
Introduces the fundamental building blocks of law in an international context. Principle inquiries include the concept of law in the transnational context, treaties, custom, the status of states, sovereignty, norms of diplomacy, and the permissible use of force. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PS 530A - Nonprofit Grantwriting and Government Relations
4 credits
Surveys a nonprofit manager’s primary areas of responsibility, including strategic planning, organizational change and development, locating and securing grants, and developing outcome-based assessment tools. Emphasizes assessing and evaluating grants-based programs.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PS 530B - Nonprofit Volunteerism, Board Development, and Community Mobilization
4 credits
Surveys the nonprofit manager’s areas of responsibility in leading volunteers, volunteer management, and board development and management. Emphasizes the importance of strategically mobilizing community involvement.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PS 536 - Health Care Policy: “Obamacare and Beyond”
4 credits
Examines through the lens of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“Obamacare”) how social and political issues converge in the area of health care and how insurance and pharmaceutical companies, doctors and state and local officials all have a stake in the outcome of health care policy decisions. Prerequisite(s): PS 201 or PS 202 .
Graded (A-F) only
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PS 569 - Topics in Political Philosophy
4 credits
Examines selected concepts, themes, ideologies, and theorists in the study of politics. Offers the following and other topics as needed: Modern Political Theory, Political Ideologies, Critical Theory, Equality and Freedom, and American Political Thought. Repeat credit is allowed for different topics. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): determined by topic.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 199 - Special Studies
1 to 18 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 201 - General Psychology
4 credits
Offers a general survey of the field of psychology covering a range of scientific and applied areas, including methodology, biological basis of behavior, perception, learning, sensation, memory, motivation, thinking, and emotion. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand F–Social Science).
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 201H - Honors General Psychology
4 credits
Offers a general survey of the field of psychology covering a range of scientific and applied areas, including methodology, biological basis of behavior, perception, learning, sensation, memory, motivation, thinking, and emotion. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand F - Social Science).
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 202 - General Psychology
4 credits
Offers a general survey of the field of psychology covering a range of scientific and applied areas within the discipline, including human development, personality assessment, intelligence, maladaptive behavior patterns, treatment approaches, health and well-being, social and cultural groups, and social psychology. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand F–Social Science).
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 202H - Honors General Psychology
4 credits
Offers a general survey of the field of psychology covering a range of scientific and applied areas within the discipline, including human development, personality assessment, intelligence, maladaptive behavior patterns, treatment approaches, health and well-being, social and cultural groups, and social psychology. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand F–Social Science).
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 209 - Human Service Practicum
1 to 3 credits
Offers entry-level field experience for psychology students. Typically taken during the freshman or sophomore year. Graded P/NP only. See Field Practicum and Human Service Learning Opportunities above. 3 credits allowed per term. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
Graded Pass/No Pass only
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PSY 211 - The Psychology Major
2 credits
Required course for all students considering the psychology major. Offers advice about the necessary steps for becoming a psychology major. Covers career options, preparation for graduate school, research opportunities, and other topics related to becoming a successful undergraduate psychology major.
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 225 - Methods, Statistics, and Applications
4 credits
Provides a foundational understanding of experimental designs along with appropriate statistical tests (e.g., descriptive statistics, t-tests, One-Way ANOVA, Factorial ANOVA, correlations, regression, and chi-square). Students will also engage in practice using and designing experimental studies, survey writing, correlational, and quasi-experimental research designs, data analysis, and data collection techniques. Psychology majors are the primary audience for this course. (Proposed as a designated statistics course for the B.S. degree.) Prerequisite(s): MTH 243 . Corequisite(s): PSY 225L .
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 225L - Methods, Statistics, and Applications Lab
1 credit
Provides a foundational understanding of experimental designs along with appropriate statistical tests (e.g., descriptive statistics, t-tests, One-Way ANOVA, Factorial ANOVA, correlations, regression, and chi-square) and data analysis, and data collection techniques. Corequisite(s): PSY 225 .
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 299 - Special Studies
1-6
Credits to be arranged.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 309 - Advanced Human Service Practicum
1 to 6 credits
Engages students in an intensive observation of several agencies or programs using psychological principles and techniques. Observation and participation in routine activities are performed under the sponsorship of professional and SOU staff. Refer to Field Practicum and Human Service Learning Opportunities above for the types of agencies and programs where placement is possible. Graded P/NP only. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
Graded Pass/No Pass only
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PSY 313 - Human Behavior and Film
4 credits
Uses the medium of modern movies to explore psychological concepts. Topics include abnormal and social psychology, group dynamics, relationship issues, communication styles, and family dynamics. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 317 - Personal and Social Adjustment
4 credits
Studies the processes contributing to human adjustment. Explores such topics as identity, self-concept, self-control, social relationships, feelings, conflicts and anxiety, sex role image, love, death, and fulfillment of human potential. Examines the influence of these topics on interpersonal effectiveness and satisfaction with life. Prerequisite(s): PSY 202 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 318 - Personal Development: Individual Exploration
1 credit
Experiential course focused on personal growth and self-discovery. The course consists of an organizational meeting of all participants during the first week of the term and final exam week; an initial interview to mutually determine suitability for the course and to establish goals; weekly, one-hour consultation sessions with a counselor-in-training during the term; and keeping a journal that captures learning experiences and insights across the term . Counselors-in-training are first-year graduate students in the Mental Health Counseling Program; they receive supervision throughout the term. Suggested for students wishing to ensure personal success at SOU and for those planning to enter the helping professions. Repeatable for a maximum of 2 credits.
Graded Pass/No Pass only
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PSY 319 - Personal Development: Group Exploration
1 credit
Experiential course focusing on interpersonal growth and self-discovery in the context of a group of peers. The course consists of an organizational meeting of all participants during the first week of the term and final exam week; an initial interview to mutually determine suitability for the course and to establish goals; eight, weekly, two-hour group sessions facilitated by counselors-in-training during the term; and keeping a journal that captures learning experiences and insights across the term . Counselors-in-training are first-year graduate students in the Mental Health Counseling Program; they receive supervision throughout the term. Suggested for students wishing to ensure personal success at SOU and for those planning to enter the helping professions. Repeatable for a maximum of 2 credits.
Graded Pass/No Pass only
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PSY 325 - Writing and Research in Psychology
2 credits
Develops critical thinking as well as narrative and technical writing skills for reporting research in psychology. Students will craft a research proposal, including the Introduction, Methods, Expected Results, Discussion, and References. In the process, students will develop skills to search for, comprehend, and dissect primary research sources. Students’ final proposal will incorporate primary sources, convincing argumentation, and technical formatting into their final product. Prerequisite(s): PSY 225 , or concurrent enrollment in PSY 225.
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 334 - Social Psychology
4 credits
Examines the important theories, principles, and research of social psychology and related social problems. Explores topics such as attitudes, social influence, prejudice and discrimination, group behavior, aggression, prosocial behavior, interpersonal attraction and relationships, and applied social psychology.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 340 - Comparative Psychology
4 credits
Examines the evolution, development and function of behavioral and cognitive abilities among human and nonhuman species. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 341 - Learning and Memory
4 credits
Surveys theories and empirical research about learning, memory, and cognitive phenomena. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 .
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 344 - Cognitive Psychology
4 credits
Surveys theory, research and application relative to how people perceive, learn, remember, and think. Topics typically include cognitive neuroscience, and the mental representations that are involved in perception, attention, memory, language, reasoning, problem solving, decision making, and creative thinking. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 and lower division writing course (USEM 103 or WR 122 ).
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 347 - Evolutionary Psychology
4 credits
Discusses the influence of evolutionary pressures on human behavior and thinking, with a focus on sex, relationships, parenting, violence, cognition, and the evidence that supports evolutionary influences of the psychology underlying these factors. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 .
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 351 - Behavioral Neuroscience
4 credits
Studies the structure and function of the nervous and endocrine systems, especially as they relate to human behavior. Topics include motivation, sexual behavior, the brain bases of emotion, sleep, learning, memory, depression, and psychopathology. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 ; and BI 101 or BI 211 .
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 353 - Sensation and Perception
4 credits
Surveys empirical research and theories about sensory and perceptual phenomena. Explores the sensations of vision, audition, touch, balance, smell, and taste, as well as our perceptual experiences of shape, color, depth, motion, and illusion. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of lower division writing requirements.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 369 - Human Sexuality
4 credits
Explores dimensions of human sexuality from a psychosocial perspective. While the psychological aspects of sexuality are accented, attention is also given to biological, sociological, and cultural factors and their complex interaction. Students will gain a scholarly perspective on these factors; enhance understanding of personal sexual beliefs, attitudes, and practices; and further appreciate the diversity that comprises the human sexual experience. May be applied to the Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies minor. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 370 - Lifespan Development
4 credits
Surveys human growth and development from birth to death. Examines individual differences in physical and physiological development and evaluates perception, cognition, learning, personality, and social factors as they influence behavior through the human lifespan. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 or PSY 202 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 399 - Special Studies
1 to 18 credits
Topics and credit vary. PSY 201 , PSY 202 recommended. Repeatable.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 401 - Research
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 405 - Reading and Conference
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 406 - Instructional Aide
1 to 6 credits
Students explore the process of teaching psychology by working closely with an instructor. May involve any aspect of teaching, including literature research, laboratory demonstrations, tutoring, lecture presentations, leading discussion groups, paper-grading, and grade-recording. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above and instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 407 - Seminar
1 to 10 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 409A - Practicum and Seminar in Psychological Services
1 to 12 credits
Provides an integrated didactic theory and practice experience, allowing students to develop psychological service skills and knowledge within selected programs and agencies. This is a culmination theory-practice course. Students commit to a long-term experience, making formal arrangements for their placements by consulting field practicum instructors well in advance. Types of placement available are listed under Field Practicum and Human Service Learning Opportunities. Graded P/NP. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; consent of the instructor and involved agency; substantial coursework in psychology and related behavioral science disciplines; and application to the Psychology Department practicum coordinator
Graded Pass/No Pass only
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PSY 409B - Practicum: Human Service
1 to 6 credits
Required course for human service majors. Provides direct exposure to human service agencies and clients by field placement within a local social service agency. Integrates knowledge, skill, and attitudes that are taught in the classroom. Allows students to develop human service skills and applied knowledge. Students must make necessary arrangements for practicum placement prior to term enrollment. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing in human service program and instructor consent
Graded Pass/No Pass only
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PSY 414 - Humanistic Psychology
4 credits
Explores how humanistic psychologists care deeply about what it means to be fully, vitally human and to reach our highest potentials. Focuses on historical, contemporary, and leading-edge scholarly contributions to humanistic theory, research, and practice. Considers applications of the humanistic perspective to students’ lives and fields of interest, while examining the relevance to concerns of our time. PSY 202 recommended. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 429 - Program Development
4 credits
Explores the principles, processes, and practices involved in the creation of public policies and programs related to human service. Emphasizes the acquisition of skills necessary for effective program planning. Prerequisite(s): MTH 243 and instructor consent. Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 432 - Personality
4 credits
Offers analysis and survey of personality concepts and evaluation of selected personality theories. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 433 - Personality Testing and Organizational Assessment
4 credits
Focuses on assessment in organizations, particularly individual differences in personality, ability, preferences, and temperament. Explores the relationship between individual difference variables, as well as roles and issues such as leadership selection, placement, and development. Prerequisite(s): PSY 229 .
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 435 - Environmental Psychology
4 credits
Explores the theories, empirical research, and methodology of environmental psychology. Discusses environmental perception; the effects of noise, temperature, air pollution, and wind on behavior; personal space; territoriality; crowding; urban problems; leisure; recreation; and environmental activism. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 437 - Creative Thinking
4 credits
Involves experiential exercises designed to give students an opportunity to learn and gain thinking skills. Topics and exercises cover the development and assessment of creativity; the roles of learning styles, communication, assumptions, inferences, and hypotheses in creativity; the impact of groups on creativity; and various strategies for enhancing creativity. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H). Prerequisite(s): PSY 202 . Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 438 - Group Dynamics
4 credits
Examines group and interpersonal functioning via practical laboratory experience. Addresses leadership, group cohesion, decision making, conflict resolution, trust, interpersonal attraction, communication, and self-disclosure. Prerequisite(s): PSY 202 . Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 439 - Group Facilitation
4 credits
Surveys models of group facilitation and methods of assessing group functioning. Emphasizes functional or training groups in organizations. Topics include ongoing process consultation, facilitation of team effectiveness training, group-process educational groups, short-term problem-solving designs, models of group decision making, and structured inventories to assess group structure and process. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 , PSY 202 and ( PSY 438 or PSY 538 may be taken concurrently). Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 443 - Process of Behavior Change
4 credits
Familiarizes students with the fundamentals and uses of behavior modification. Provides exposure to real-world applications and an opportunity to analyze applications of behavior modification in applied settings. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 444 - Topics in Cognitive Processes
4 credits
Explores in greater depth (than PSY 344) the research, theory and applications regarding selected advanced topics in cognition, especially those involving active mental processing, such as language and reasoning, problem solving, decision-making, judgments, and creative thinking. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 and lower division writing courses (USEM 103 or WR 122 ). Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 445 - Organizational Psychology
4 credits
Applies the principles of psychology to job applicants, employees, managers, and consumers in business and industry. Examines the use of psychological principles in solving problems in the work world, including conflict resolution, power and influence within the organization, communication and leadership, integration of individual needs with management goals, and maintenance of institutional vitality. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand I). Prerequisite(s): PSY 202 . Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 446 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology
4 credits
Introduces the industrial/organizational (I/O) field of psychology. After surveying I/O theories and methods such as job design, personnel selection, job satisfaction, training, and team-building, students get an opportunity to model some of these methods in small group exercises and case study analyses. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 and PSY 229
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 448 - Mediation and Conflict Management
4 credits
Introduces students to the fundamental concepts and theories of dispute resolution and assists them in developing the basic skills and knowledge for productively managing their own and intervening in others’ disputes. Class time consists primarily of practice and roleplay, as well as lecture, lecture-discussion, and coaching by professional mediators. Certificate of completion provided with successful completion of the course. Additional fees/tuition may apply. (Cross-listed in other departments.)
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 452 - Health Psychology
4 credits
Explores the role of psychological factors in physical health. Covers such topics as the roles of cognition, social factors, and personality in the mind-body connection. Analyzes the brain, nervous system, and endocrine system. Examines applications to stress in the workplace, the development of physical and mental illness, and other implications. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 and PSY 202 ; Junior standing or above. PSY 228 and PSY 229 recommended
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 453 - Stress Management
4 credits
Focuses on determining the nature of stress, its effects on people, and how to minimize its negative effects. Describes physiological and psychological stress reactions, stress-related disease processes, individualization of stress reactivity, and maximization of one’s own stress management potential. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 457 - Drugs and Behavior
4 credits
Surveys the physiological, psychological, and societal effects of chemical substances on humans. Emphasizes drugs of major usage, such as prescription drugs, alcohol, nicotine, marijuana, and cocaine. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 . Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 460 - Child and Adolescent Development
4 credits
Provides an in-depth examination of the major developmental issues from infancy through adolescence, with emphasis on empirical models of cognition, psychosocial development, and personality. Culminating project involves application and theoretical integration. Prerequisite(s): PSY 370 . Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 463 - Psychopathology of Childhood
4 credits
Surveys the field of child psychopathology, including the theoretical concepts, etiology, assessment, and treatment of various childhood disorders. Emphasizes understanding children in the context of their development, families, and culture. Prerequisite(s): PSY 370 . Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 465 - Adult Development and Aging
4 credits
Studies the principles and methods of developmental psychology as they are seen in individuals from early adulthood to death. These include physical functioning, changes in cognitive and behavioral processes, personality changes and development, intimacy and family development, career development, and cultural factors in the aging process. Prerequisite(s): PSY 370 . Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 466 - Psychology of Aging
4 credits
Examines the psychological processes of aging starting from adult developmental maturity through old age and death. Focuses on continuing social and personal adaptation to physical changes and the impact of cultural attitudes on the self-concept of adults in their elderly years. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 467 - Death and Dying
4 credits
Offers a psychological examination of death and dying. Surveys the many dimensions of death and our death-care system. Explores the ways in which psychological and societal assumptions, expectations, and practices influence our relationship with death. PSY 201, 202 recommended. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 471 - Introduction to Helping Skills
4 credits
Explores the roles and functions of the professional counselor. Focuses on developing the core ingredients of effective counseling practice, including the interpersonal, conceptual, and helping skills relevant to personal, work, and family relationships at the paraprofessional level. Emphasizes helping microskills, ethics, and application of contemporary theory. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 473 - Introduction to Art Therapy
4 credits
Introduces the discipline of art therapy. Includes experiential work both in and out of class, as well as lecture, reading, writing, and exams. Introduces students to definitions and theories of art therapy, developmental art and psychology, experience with the image, and a few special populations with which art therapists work. Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 , PSY 202 . Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 475 - Crisis Intervention Strategies
4 credits
Introduces crisis intervention research and theory. Emphasizes interventions for suicide, domestic violence, rape, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief, and terrorism. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 479 - Abnormal Psychology
4 credits
Surveys the major categories of behavioral and mental disorders, including schizophrenia; anxiety; and childhood, dissociative, mood, personality, sexual, and substance disorders. Explores etiology, general characteristics of the disorders, and current treatments. Emphasizes the sociocultural factors affecting diagnosis and prognosis. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 487 - Multicultural Psychology
4 credits
Considers theory, research, and multicultural perspectives as they relate to applied psychology and special populations. Students explore their own ethnic and cultural heritages, challenging biases and confronting stereotypes. Emphasizes issues related to the role of the professional psychologist. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 489 - Native American Psychology
4 credits
Surveys selected health issues, such as psychosocial problems-in-living, depression, suicide, and substance abuse. Also addresses the traumatizing impact of the American Dream. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 490 - Women and Relationships
4 credits
Offers an intensive exploration of women’s involvement in interpersonal relationships, with a focus on theoretical and experiential aspects. Considers women’s roles, identities, and self schemas as influenced by interactions with others in cultural, familial, and intrapsychic frameworks. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 492 - Psychology of Women
4 credits
Surveys women’s issues from the perspective of feminist psychology, including lifecycles, theories, and contemporary social problems. Critiques traditional psychological assumptions, data, philosophies, and policies in light of new trends. Students actively explore empirical and experiential aspects of such issues as psychological sex differences, socialization of gender, identity development, androgyny, power, language, violence, and therapy. May be applied to the Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies minor. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 495 - Lesbian and Gay Studies
4 credits
Provides students with in-depth exposure to a select set of lesbian and gay issues in relation to the field of psychology. From a psychological perspective, students examine the assumptions, definitions, supporting research, personality theorists’ perspectives, and counseling concerns as they relate to lesbians and gay men. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 496 - History and Systems of Psychology
4 credits
Explores the historical development of psychology as a science. Offers critical analysis of the various historical and contemporary movements and issues related to scientific inquiry and the evolution of knowledge. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 497 - Human Service Capstone Project
4 credits
Integrates and synthesizes the skills and knowledge acquired in the human service program. Students develop a social service program encompassing needs assessment, program rationale, objectives, methods, activities, and a plan for program evaluation. Prerequisite(s): PSY 429 , acceptance into the human service program, and senior standing.
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 498 - Psychology Capstone
4 credits each
Students integrate and synthesize the skills and knowledge specified in the nine goals of the psychology major in a project involving a psychological, investigative process. Several options are available for the community project/internship or research project, which is conducted during the two terms of the required senior capstone. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand I). Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 , PSY 202 , PSY 211 , PSY 225 , PSY 325 ; psychology major or interdisciplinary psychology emphasis; and senior standing
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 499 - Psychology Capstone
4 credits each
Students integrate and synthesize the skills and knowledge specified in the nine goals of the psychology major in a project involving a psychological, investigative process. Several options are available for the community project/internship or research project, which is conducted during the two terms of the required senior capstone. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand I). Prerequisite(s): PSY 201 , PSY 202 , PSY 211 , PSY 225 , PSY 325 , PSY 498 ; psychology major or interdisciplinary psychology emphasis; and senior standing.
Graded (A-F) only
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PSY 501 - Research
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 503 - Thesis
1 to 9 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 505 - Reading and Conference
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 507 - Seminar
1 to 10 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 508 - Instructional Aide
1 to 6 credits
Students explore the process of teaching psychology by working closely with an instructor. Involves laboratory demonstrations, lecture presentations, discussion groups and small-group work facilitation, and paper-grading. 6 credits allowed per term. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 509 - Practicum
1 to 6 credits
Supervised experience at agencies and organizations. Provides opportunities for professional service that reflect students’ academic goals. Students work as part of an organization and under the supervision of a site supervisor and SOU practicum supervisor. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
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PSY 512 - Portfolio Development
2 credits
Seminar for successful completion of professional portfolio. Development of executive summary detailing strengths and deficiencies related to core competencies. Discusses continuing professional education after graduation, including both new skills and knowledge, as well as work to improve on current deficiencies. Involves both group and individual sessions. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the HS or OTD track.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 514 - Humanistic Psychology
4 credits
Explores how humanistic psychologists care deeply about what it means to be fully, vitally human and to reach our highest potentials. Focuses on historical, contemporary, and leading-edge scholarly contributions to humanistic theory, research, and practice. Considers applications of the humanistic perspective to students’ lives and fields of interest, while examining the relevance to concerns of our time. PSY 202 recommended.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 518 - Training Design
4 credits
Provides an overview of instructional design theory and methodology. Emphasizes experiential learning and seminar and workshop development. Students design and rehearse a training project with videotaped and interpersonal feedback.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 529 - Program Development
4 credits
Explores the principles, processes, and practices involved in the creation of human service programs. Students develop a model social service program as a significant part of this course. Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate courses in descriptive and inferential statistics; instructor consent
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 530 - Program Evaluation
4 credits
Explores models of evaluation and applies research methods to policy and program assessment, with emphases on mental health, human service, and organizational settings. Students conduct a supervised program evaluation. Prerequisite(s): PSY 542 or COUN 542 .
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 532 - Personality
4 credits
Offers analysis and survey of personality concepts and evaluation of selected personality theories.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 533 - Personality Testing and Organizational Assessment
4 credits
Focuses on assessment in organizations, particularly individual differences in personality, ability, preferences, and temperament. Explores the relationship between individual difference variables, as well as roles and issues such as leadership selection, placement, and development. Prerequisite(s): PSY 229 .
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 535 - Environmental Psychology
4 credits
Explores the theories, empirical research, and methodology of environmental psychology. Discusses environmental perception; the effects of noise, temperature, air pollution, and wind on behavior; personal space; territoriality; crowding; urban problems; leisure; recreation; and environmental activism.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 537 - Creative Thinking
4 credits
Involves experiential exercises designed to give students an opportunity to learn and gain thinking skills. Topics and exercises cover the development and assessment of creativity; the roles of learning styles, communication, assumptions, inferences, and hypotheses in creativity; the impact of groups on creativity; and various strategies for enhancing creativity.
Graded (A-F) only.
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PSY 538 - Group Dynamics
4 credits
Examines group and interpersonal functioning via practical laboratory experience. Addresses leadership, group cohesion, decision making, conflict resolution, trust, interpersonal attraction, communication, and self-disclosure. Prerequisite(s): PSY 202 .
Graded (A-F) only.
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