Welcome to the Department of Psychology and Philosophy, where our outstanding faculty offer a rich variety of courses that mirror the breadth of the discipline of psychology.
Analytical thinkers are invited to indulge their curiosity about human behavior. With a major or minor in psychology you can use the scientific method to study the mind. You’ll gain an understanding of writing; ethics; professional readiness; and research methodologies, as well as the skills to explore Big Questions. Learn critical and creative thinking; ethical reasoning; communication and collaborative engagement to serve you in your professional life.
A minor in philosophy brings you in touch with nothing less than the nature of existence, reality and knowledge. Study the nervous system that manifests our thoughts, emotions and behaviors with a minor in neuroscience, and see where it connects to philosophy.
Learning Objectives
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Broad knowledge of Psychology: The student will demonstrate their acquisition of knowledge about the science of psychology in each of the following domains: research methodology, biopsychology, learning and cognition, developmental psychology, sociocultural psychology, and clinical psychology.
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Writing: The student will write an APA compliant paper that fulfills a prompt from a writing intensive psychology course.
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Ethics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of ethical principles and ethical reasoning.
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Professional Readiness: The student will demonstrate knowledge and skills about ways to collaborate effectively on a team project as one facet of their readiness to function in a professional context.
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Research Methodology: The student will demonstrate their knowledge and skill designing and interpreting research that address a question relevant to psychology.
Faculty & Staff
Dr. Nicole Rossi
Associate Professor, Chair, Psychology, Psychology & Philosophy