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on the Darwinian revolution. Prerequisite: two courses in psychology or consent of the instructor. Offered in alternate years. 351 Counseling and Psychotherapy (IT, W) An overview of counseling methods, and models of psychological treatment. Approaches covered include behavioral and cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, person-centered, and Gestalt. The course also covers therapeutic response modes, family and group therapy, and community interventions. Prerequisites: 100, 251. Offered occasionally. 353 EXP Mental Health and Aging This service learning course explores basic issues relating to the mental health of elders, critically examining both pathological aging (i.e., assessment, diagnosis, and treatment) and resiliency (e.g., social support, personality, and stress). Throughout the semester, we’ll explore linkages between the scientific literature and students’ experiences from volunteering with community elders. Offered annually. 354 EXP Identity, Social Justice, and Psychology (U) Identity, Social Justice, and Psychology is a service-learning course examining various aspects of identity development through the lens of physical disability, race relations, and migration. We consider how, when full human development is hindered by conditions of discrimination and injustice, associated costs to identity accrue not just for the oppressed, but for those participating in oppression, even indirectly. Offered each fall semester.

355 EXP Psychology & the Environment (EXP) (1.25) (Cross-listed with ENST

355) Students will apply psychological science to better understand (a) how humans impact the environment and (b) how the environment influences human well-being. To contextualize this work, students learn about several major environmental issues. Students conduct original research studies in the course laboratory. Prerequisites: 100 and 227 or 300, or permission of instructor. Offered occasionally. 356 Psychology of Gender (U) An exploration of psychological perspectives on gender with a particular emphasis on culture, race, social class, and psychological development. Topics include sex and gender, biological bases of gender, sexuality, gender identity and implications for researchers and practitioners. Prerequisites: 100. Offered annually. 359 Crime and the Justice System: A Social Psychology Perspective (W) An exploration of topics related to the criminal justice system with a focus on areas such as eyewitness memory, jury behavior, causes of aggression, the reliability of profiling, etc. Particular emphasis will be placed on how some of these factors may lead to the conviction of innocent people. Offered annually. 361 Introduction to Clinical Psychology This course reviews the profession of clinical psychology and the major psychotherapeutic including their development and application. In addition to theories, we learn about ethical considerations, current issues, and controversies. Topics include evidence-based treatment, prescriptive authority, and our evolving understanding of mental health. Prerequisites: 251 or permission of the instructor. Offered annually. 368 Helping Skills Course content emphasizes the stages and skills of the helping process, especially with respect to relevant theory, ethical guidelines, research, and issues in diversity. Students will work on developing interaction skills important in many helping professions (e.g., counseling, medicine, human resources). Emphasis is on both academic and experiential learning. Prerequisites: 100 and 251, or permission of the instructor. Offered occasionally. 369 Special Topics in Clinical, Developmental and Social Psychology Courses addressing topics of special interest in the more applied areas of Psychology (e.g. clinical, social and developmental psychology). See current Program of Classes to determine if this course fulfills General Education requirements.

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377 Applied Data Analysis This course further develops the programming, mathematical, and statistical skills required for the application of data science tools to data analysis, data visualization, and decision making. This course includes a methodology/ writing component in which students develop a draft research proposal for a capstone project. Prerequisites: CS/DS 125, CS 126, or CS 127; CS/MATH 136; BIOL 323, ECON 227, MATH 141, MATH 325, or PSYC 227. Offered every other year. 380 Sports and Exercise Psychology This course examines a wide variety of topics in sport and exercise psychology by investigating how psychological factors influence participation and performance in sports and exercise and how, in turn, participation in sports and exercise affects the psychological makeup of an individual. Offered each spring. 395 Directed Study Individualized directed readings on a topic of interest to the student which is not normally a part of the curriculum, resulting in the preparation of a significant paper. Prerequisite: Consent of department chair. (1/2 or 1 unit) Offered each semester. 397 EXP Internship Supervised experiential learning in psychology. Students intern at a variety of sites, such as mental health, educational, social services, medical, and correctional agencies. A written project is required. Prerequisites: Three courses in psychology, declared psychology major or minor, and/or consent of department internship coordinator. Offered each semester. 399 Research Internship Experimental or theoretical examination of a topic of interest to the student and cooperating faculty member. A significant paper detailing the findings of the investigation is expected at the conclusion of the work. Prerequisite: Consent of department chair. (1/2 or 1 unit) Offered each semester. 400 Directed Research Independent research in collaboration with a faculty member. This course will provide students with research experience. Students will prepare a thesis proposal; the proposed research will be completed in 401. Prerequisites: psychology 300, at least five courses at the 200 level or higher, and approval of a thesis supervisor and the department chair. Offered each fall. 401 EXP Thesis in Psychology (W) Independent research conducted in collaboration with a faculty member. This course will provide students with research experience that will provide a foundation for graduate study. Students will complete and defend a thesis. Prerequisite: 400. Offered each spring. 497 Internship with Directed Study Supervised experiential learning designed to help students integrate scholarly understanding with field experiences. Internships may be completed in mental health, social service, educational, correctional, research or other settings. In addition to on-site work, students will keep a journal, attend a bi-weekly seminar, and complete a major academic project. Prerequisites: Psychology 300, major or minor in psychology, and advance approval of the department internship coordinator. Offered each semester.

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RELIGIOUS STUDIES COURSES

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The academic study of religion offers an interdisciplinary approach to the ways in which human thought, values, ceremonies, literature, architecture, art, community, and politics are woven into a cultural and religious fabric. Our courses explore the religious traditions of Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Europe. We expect students to engage in critical and constructive

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