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Students will learn to understand, and arrive at explanations for, a person’s thoughts and emotions. They will examine psychology from clinical, cognitive, developmental, personality, physiological, and social perspectives. Students classroom studies will then be brought to life in the laboratory and the clinic as well as in personal settings. Students will also choose a concentration: Forensic Psychology: For those interested in law enforcement or in exploring the mind of the criminal or victim. Clinical Psychology: If they have a well-defined career goal in human services. Community and Society: Designed to help students understand how social forces shape their world. General Psychology: If they would like to tailor their curriculum to a specific career in education, business, or industry. In each path, students will: Gain a solid foundation in psychology. Be encouraged to choose a complementary minor, such as sociology, political science, management, or criminal justice. Benefit from small class sizes that seldom exceed 35 students. Participate in academic service-learning projects and internships. Have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on research projects. Have the chance to study abroad at the Prato, Italy campus or elsewhere in the world. Get involved with the Psychology Club or Psi Chi Honor Society.
