Psychology Programs
Faculty
Tae Kwon, Ph.D.
Angela J. Stanley,
Psychology Program Objectives
The courses and curriculum of the psychology program are designed to achieve the following student outcomes:
- Knowledge Base: Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings of psychological science.
- Scientific Inquiry and Critical Thinking: Apply scientific reasoning and appropriate research methods to evaluate, interpret, design, and conduct basic psychological research.
- Ethical and Social Responsibility in a Diverse World: Develop ethical standards informed by the Christian faith to promote socially responsible behaviors that build healthy, diverse communities.
- Communication: Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in creating a cogent scientific argument, presenting scientific information, integrating psychology and Christian faith, and synthesizing psychological theories and concepts.
- Professional Development: Apply psychology-specific content and skills, exhibit meaningful self-reflection, cultivate self-regulation, and build teamwork skills that readies the student for post-baccalaureate education and employment success.