Faculty
- Carlos Perez, Ph.D., Chair
- Kaylene Brown, Ph.D.
- Joshuah Ellis, Ph.D.
- Macy Williamson, Ph.D.
To earn a degree, students must complete the curriculum and meet other requirements for a degree listed in the academic policy section of this catalog.
Bachelor of Arts in Family Studies
The family studies degree explores relationships between family members across the lifespan. The focus is on helping students recognize the impact of community, school, and church on relationships within the family. Biological, cognitive, social, emotional, environmental, cultural and spiritual aspects of family development are studied in the context of understanding the impact change, crisis, and culture have over time.
Family studies majors are involved in service learning activities throughout their college experience and the culminating service learning experience is a community practicum which provides learning in a variety of settings. Students intern in group homes, foster care centers, child care centers, schools, child care centers, child placing agencies, adoption agencies, youth development programs, nonprofit agencies, retirement communities, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, juvenile justice facilities and probation offices.
When students complete their family studies degree, they find employment in a wide variety of social service agencies, educational settings, and local, state, and federal governmental agencies. Students who want to pursue graduate degrees are encouraged to participate in undergraduate research with faculty members.
- University Core (45 hours)
- BIB1310 Introduction to the Old Testament
- BIB1320 Introduction to the New Testament
- BIB3305 Christian Heritage
- BIB3310 Christian Life
- COM2340 Communication for the Professional
- ENG1301 Composition Studies
- ENG1302 Composition and Literature
- PSY1300 General Psychology
- 3 hours from HIS
- FIN2301 Personal Financial Planning
- ESS1200 Personal Fitness and Wellness
- UNI1170 University Seminar
- MAT1311 College Algebra
- 3 hours from BIO, CHE, NRC or PHY
- ENG3308 Technical Writing
- 3 hours from AFA, BIL, ENG, Fine Arts History, FOL, GBC, GOV, HIS, PHI, or REL
- UNI2000 University Skills
- Major (39 hours)
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- HSC2330 Love, Courtship, and Marriage
- HSC3305 Children, Families, and Social Policy
- HSC3313 The Family
- HSC3322 Gender and Sexuality
- HSC3326 Family Stress, Crisis, and Resilience
- HSC3328 Parenting
- HSC4323 Family Life Education and Enrichment
- HSC4324 Family Dynamics of Addiction
- HSC4326 Family and Community
- PSY4391 Behavioral Sciences Capstone
- 6 hours upper level from PSY or HSC
- Supporting Courses (18 hours)
- PSY3315 Ethics in the Helping Professions
- PSY2340 Psychological of Diversity
- PSY3310 Psychological Statistics
- PSY3320 Social Research Methods
- PSY4342 Qualitative Research
- SOC1300 General Sociology
- Electives (18 hours)
- Total (120 hours)
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Art Therapy Emphasis
The purpose of the study of psychology is to provide students an opportunity (1) to develop a better understanding of themselves and others, (2) to develop a broad base of knowledge about the field of psychology, and (3) to analyze critically psychological theories and principles from a Christian perspective. The psychology curriculum is designed to provide a core of knowledge about experimental, clinical, and counseling psychology. The program provides the flexibility that allows students to learn about psychology in multiple settings. The flexibility of the program allows students to emphasize the acquisition of useful life skills while preparing for graduate programs or vocational opportunities. Emphases in Art Therapy and Sport and Exercise Psychology are also available.
Students have the opportunity to be involved in service learning throughout their courses with the culminating service learning experience being a community practicum where the students apply the skills and knowledge they have learned in their courses. Students wanting to pursue graduate degrees are encouraged to engage in research projects during the studies to help them prepare for applying to graduate programs. Students from the program have pursued graduate degrees in experimental psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, and clinical mental health counseling.
- University Core (45 hours)
- BIB1310 Introduction to the Old Testament
- BIB1320 Introduction to the New Testament
- BIB3305 Christian Heritage
- BIB3310 Christian Life
- COM2340 Communication for the Professional
- ENG1301 Composition Studies
- ENG1302 Composition and Literature
- PSY1300 General Psychology
- 3 hours from HIS
- 3 hours from ECO, FIN, GOV, or HIS
- ESS1200 Personal Fitness and Wellness
- UNI1170 University Seminar
- MAT1311 College Algebra
- 3 hours from BIO, CHE, NRC or PHY
- ENG3308 Technical Writing
- 3 hours from AFA, BIL, ENG, Fine Arts History, FOL, GBC, GOV, HIS, PHI, or REL
- UNI2000 University Skills
- Major (39 hours)
- SOC1300 General Sociology
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- PSY2340 Psychology of Diversity
- PSY3302 Counseling Theories and Techniques
- PSY3303 Abnormal Psychology
- PSY3310 Psychological Statistics
- PSY3315 Ethics in Helping Professions
- PSY3320 Social Research Methods
- PSY3381 Social Psychology
- PSY4302 Theories of Personality
- PSY4307 Learning, Cognition and Emotion
- PSY4390 Practicum
- 3 hours upper level PSY
- Supporting Courses (18 hours)
- ART1303 Drawing I
- ART1304 Drawing II
- ART2310 Ceramics
- ART2312 Three-Dimensional Design
- ART2316 Painting I
- ART3306 Art and Children
- Electives (18 hours)
- Total (120 hours)
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with General Psychology Emphasis
The purpose of the study of psychology is to provide students an opportunity (1) to develop a better understanding of themselves and others, (2) to develop a broad base of knowledge about the field of psychology, and (3) to analyze critically psychological theories and principles from a Christian perspective. The psychology curriculum is designed to provide a core of knowledge about experimental, clinical, and counseling psychology. The program provides the flexibility that allows students to learn about psychology in multiple settings. The flexibility of the program allows students to emphasize the acquisition of useful life skills while preparing for graduate programs or vocational opportunities. Emphases in Art Therapy and Sport and Exercise Psychology are also available.
Students have the opportunity to be involved in service learning throughout their courses with the culminating service learning experience being a community practicum where the students apply the skills and knowledge they have learned in their courses. Students wanting to pursue graduate degrees are encouraged to engage in research projects during the studies to help them prepare for applying to graduate programs. Students from the program have pursued graduate degrees in experimental psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, and clinical mental health counseling.
- University Core (45 hours)
- BIB1310 Introduction to the Old Testament
- BIB1320 Introduction to the New Testament
- BIB3305 Christian Heritage
- BIB3310 Christian Life
- COM2340 Communication for the Professional
- ENG1301 Composition Studies
- ENG1302 Composition and Literature
- PSY1300 General Psychology
- 3 hours from HIS
- 3 hours from ECO, FIN, GOV, or HIS
- ESS1200 Personal Fitness and Wellness
- UNI1170 University Seminar
- MAT1311 College Algebra
- 3 hours from BIO, CHE, NRC or PHY
- ENG3308 Technical Writing
- 3 hours from AFA, BIL, ENG, Fine Arts History, FOL, GBC, GOV, HIS, PHI, or REL
- UNI2000 University Skills
- Major (39 hours)
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- PSY3302 Counseling Theories and Techniques
- PSY3303 Abnormal Psychology
- PSY3315 Ethics for the Helping Professional
- PSY3327 Physiological Psychology
- PSY3381 Social Psychology
- PSY4302 Theories of Personality
- PSY4305 Experimental Psychology
- PSY4307 Learning, Cognition and Emotion
- PSY4391 Behavioral Sciences Capstone
- 9 hours upper level PSY or HSC
- Supporting Courses (18 hours)
- HSC3313 The Family
- PSY2340 Psychology of Diversity
- PSY3310 Psychological Statistics
- PSY3320 Social Research Methods
- PSY4342 Qualitative Research
- SOC1300 General Sociology
- Electives (18 hours)
- Total (120 hours)
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Forensic Psychology Emphasis
The purpose of the study of psychology is to provide students an opportunity (1) to develop a better understanding of themselves and others, (2) to develop a broad base of knowledge about the field of psychology, and (3) to analyze critically psychological theories and principles from a Christian perspective. The psychology curriculum is designed to provide a core of knowledge about experimental, clinical, and counseling psychology. The program provides the flexibility that allows students to learn about psychology in multiple settings. The flexibility of the program allows students to emphasize the acquisition of useful life skills while preparing for graduate programs or vocational opportunities. Emphases in Art Therapy and Sport and Exercise Psychology are also available.
Students have the opportunity to be involved in service learning throughout their courses with the culminating service learning experience being a community practicum where the students apply the skills and knowledge they have learned in their courses. Students wanting to pursue graduate degrees are encouraged to engage in research projects during the studies to help them prepare for applying to graduate programs. Students from the program have pursued graduate degrees in experimental psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, and clinical mental health counseling.
- University Core (45 hours)
- BIB1310 Introduction to the Old Testament
- BIB1320 Introduction to the New Testament
- BIB3305 Christian Heritage
- BIB3310 Christian Life
- COM2340 Communication for the Professional
- ENG1301 Composition Studies
- ENG1302 Composition and Literature
- PSY1300 General Psychology
- 3 hours from HIS
- 3 hours from ECO, FIN, GOV, or HIS
- ESS1200 Personal Fitness and Wellness
- UNI1170 University Seminar
- MAT1311 College Algebra
- 3 hours from BIO, CHE, NRC or PHY
- ENG3308 Technical Writing
- 3 hours from AFA, BIL, ENG, Fine Arts History, FOL, GBC, GOV, HIS, PHI, or REL
- UNI2000 University Skills
- Major (39 hours)
- CRJ3301 Criminology
- CRJ4333 Professionalism and Ethics in Criminal Justice
- HSC3326 Family, Stress, Crisis, and Resilience
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- PSY3303 Abnormal Psychology
- PSY3327 Physiological Psychology
- PSY3381 Social Psychology
- PSY4302 Theories of Personality
- PSY4307 Learning, Cognition and Emotion
- PSY4321 Forensic Psychology
- PSY4391 Behavioral Sciences Capstone
- 6 hours upper level PSY or HSC
- Supporting Courses (18 hours)
- CRJ2301 Introduction to Criminal Justice
- CRJ2305 Court and Criminal Procedure
- CRJ3312 Violent Offenders
- CRJ3322 Social Deviance
- PSY3320 Social Research Methods
- PSY4322 Drugs, Alcohol, and Behavior
- Electives (18 hours)
- Total (120 hours)
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Sport and Exercise Psychology Emphasis
The purpose of the study of psychology is to provide students an opportunity (1) to develop a better understanding of themselves and others, (2) to develop a broad base of knowledge about the field of psychology, and (3) to analyze critically psychological theories and principles from a Christian perspective. The psychology curriculum is designed to provide a core of knowledge about experimental, clinical, and counseling psychology. The program provides the flexibility that allows students to learn about psychology in multiple settings. The flexibility of the program allows students to emphasize the acquisition of useful life skills while preparing for graduate programs or vocational opportunities. Emphases in Art Therapy and Sport and Exercise Psychology are also available.
Students have the opportunity to be involved in service learning throughout their courses with the culminating service learning experience being a community practicum where the students apply the skills and knowledge they have learned in their courses. Students wanting to pursue graduate degrees are encouraged to engage in research projects during the studies to help them prepare for applying to graduate programs. Students from the program have pursued graduate degrees in experimental psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, and clinical mental health counseling.
- University Core (45 hours)
- BIB1310 Introduction to the Old Testament
- BIB1320 Introduction to the New Testament
- BIB3305 Christian Heritage
- BIB3310 Christian Life
- COM2340 Communication for the Professional
- ENG1301 Composition Studies
- ENG1302 Composition and Literature
- PSY1300 General Psychology
- 3 hours from HIS
- 3 hours from ECO, FIN, GOV, or HIS
- ESS1200 Personal Fitness and Wellness
- UNI1170 University Seminar
- MAT1311 College Algebra
- 3 hours from BIO, CHE, NRC or PHY
- ENG3308 Technical Writing
- 3 hours from AFA, BIL, ENG, Fine Arts History, FOL, GBC, GOV, HIS, PHI, or REL
- UNI2000 University Skills
- Major (39 hours)
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- PSY3302 Counseling Theories and Techniques
- PSY3303 Abnormal Psychology
- PSY3327 Physiological Psychology
- PSY3381 Social Psychology
- PSY4302 Theories of Personality
- PSY4304 Psychological Testing
- PSY4307 Learning, Cognition and Emotion
- PSY4390 Practicum
- ESS3324 Sport in Society
- ESS3329 Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology
- 3 hours upper level PSY
- Supporting Courses (24 hours)
- ESS2314 Human Movement
- ESS3340 Motor Learning and Control
- ESS3371 Physiology of Exercise
- PSY3310 Psychological Statistics
- PSY3320 Social Research Methods
- SOC1300 General Sociology
- 6 hours from
- ESS3321 Management of Sport
- ESS4330 Internship in Exercise and Sport Sciences
- ESS4350 Principles of Strength and Conditioning
- ESS4382 Lifespan Motor Development
- Electives (18 hours)
- Total (126 hours)
Minor in Family Studies
(18 hours)
- PSY2310 Lifespan Human Development
- HSC2330 Love, Courtship, and Marriage
- HSC3324 Marriage and Family Therapy
- HSC3326 Family Stress, Crisis, and Resilience
- HSC3328 Parenting
- HSC4323 Family Life Education and Enrichment
Minor in Psychology
(18 hours)
- PSY1300 General Psychology
- PSY3302 Counseling Theories and Techniques
- PSY3303 Abnormal Psychology
- PSY3310 Psychological Statistics
- PSY3381 Social Psychology
- PSY4302 Theories of Personality
Minor in Theology & Psychology
Minor in Theology & Psychology is listed for Department of Biblical Studies and Behavioral Sciences
(18 hours)
- PSY2340 Psychology of Diversity
- PSY3302 Counseling Theories and Techniques
- PSY3381 Social Psychology
- HTH3311 Christian History and Theology I
- 6 hours from
- HTH3322 Christian History and Theology II
- HTH3331 Christian History and Theology III
- MIN4331 Spiritual Direction and Worship
- upper level REL
- PHI (excluding PHI3305 Ethics)