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Course Descriptions/Psychology 347
3101. Application Process and Mentorship 1 hour
Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or greater or consent of Director
A series of seminars reviewing the application process and admission procedures of the professional schools. Students participate in an off- campus mentorship under a community professional and have videotaped practice interviews for professional schools.
3102. Admission Tests and Mentorship 1 hour
Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or greater or consent of Director
A series of seminars reviewing procedures for preparing for standardized admission tests and the planning of an individual review schedule. Students continue the off-campus mentorship and practice interviews.
4001. The Learned Professions I 0 hours
Prerequisite: Senior standing and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or consent of Director
A series of seminars, panel discussions, and field trips examining the nature of the learned professions.
4002. The Learned Professions II 0 hours
Prerequisite: Senior standing and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or consent of Director
Additional seminars, panel discussions, and field trips examining the nature of the learned professions.
4102. Special Topics 1 hour
Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or consent of Director
A series of seminars directed at preparing and orienting the student for the specific demands of the first year of professional school.
4130. Ethics Bowl Competition 1 hour
Prerequisite: 3PR 4302 or consent of instructor
The analysis of ethical issues for Ethics Bowl Competition cases, preparation for and participation in National Ethics Bowl Competition.
4302. Ethical Thinking and the Professions (PHI 4302) 3 hours
An exploration of the processes involved for ethical decision-making in the professions. Several models are examined, including the medical and legal models for the critical examination of the conflicts that arise in professional life.
4320. Moot Court Workshop (POL 4320) 3 hours
Prerequisite: POL 2314, sophomore standing
A course that focuses on law in action in the form of simulated appellate court proceedings—“moot court” actions. Students discuss major constitutional issues through case briefs, a written appellate brief, and oral argument. Students are afforded the opportunity to participate in intramural and intercollegiate competitions. Open to all interested students, regardless of major, minor, or career goals.
Psychology (PSY)
1301. General Psychology
3 hours
3 hours
An introduction to psychology as a scientific discipline as well as a profession. This course will survey the fundamentals of research, the
A general introduction to the basic concepts of psychology.
2303. Foundations of Psychology
Prerequisite: PSY 1301