1. The Department of Psychological Science

3. We’re a large department! 20 full-time faculty members 3 full-time staff 503 majors and 206 minors The largest Ph.D. program on campus (~50 graduate students)

4. Organization of the Department: Four Clusters

5. We are teacher-scholars, with active research labs Students get research experience in faculty research labs Students can pursue independent research by conducting a senior thesis

6. Some examples of what we study Biobehavioral: Learning, Memory, Stress, Fear, Resilience Clinical: ADHD, Trauma, Psychopathology, Mood Disorders, Families, Sexual Function Developmental: Parenting Behavior, Aggression, Socio- Emotional Development Social: Stigma, Prejudice and Stereotyping, Connectedness, Health, The Self and Existential Psychology

7. Foundational Courses for the Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Science Course NumberCourse TitleCredits PSYS 001Introduction to Psychological Science3 PSYS 053Research Methods3 PSYS 054Statistics for Psychological Science4 PSYS 111Learning, Cognition, and Behavior3 PSYS 115Biopsychology3 PSYS 130Social Psychology3 PSYS 150Developmental Psychology3 PSYS 170Abnormal Psychology3 Subtotal:25

8. Majors pursuing a B.A. must also take two upper-level courses and one additional course at the 100 or 200 level. Sample courses: LearningAdvanced Social PsychologyPsychology of Families CognitionSelf and Social CognitionBehavioral Disorders of Childhood MotivationEmotional Development and Temperament Advanced Behavior Change PsychopharmacologyCognitive DevelopmentIntroduction to Clinical Psychology Physiological Psychology Social DevelopmentIntroduction to Health Psychology Hormones and BehaviorPsychology of GenderAdolescence

9. We offer small classes and personalized experiences Teacher-Advisor Program (TAP) Seminars for first year students: Small classes just for first year students, marked by close contact with the professor. Upper Level Courses in the Major: Courses capped at 25 students, marked by a focus on depth of content and active participation. Research Experience: Students can receive credit toward their major for gaining hands-on research experience. These experiences are critical for graduate school and offer opportunities to work intimately with faculty and graduate students.

10. We also offer Mentored Clinical Internships Mentored, professional placements in organizations serving those with mental health challenges Hands-on experience plus weekly seminar involving discussions and reflection papers Sample placements: Howard CenterChamplain Valley Head Start King Street Youth Center Lund Family CenterSpectrum Youth and Family Services Vermont Cares Turning Point Substance Abuse Center Halfway House for Schizophrenic Adults Converse Home Memory Care Program

11. Some Job Opportunities for Psychology Majors College/University Professor Mental Health Professional Healthcare Professional Arbitration/Mediation Elementary and Secondary Education Non-Profit Organizations Human Resources Real Estate Business Marketing

12. Please visit our website for more information! http://www.uvm.edu/~psych/

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