The psychology major at Stern College for Women is designed to give students in-depth knowledge of the field and its applications.
The department offers a wide variety of courses in clinical, biological, experimental, developmental and social psychology, as well as advanced courses and seminars in specialized areas.
Pre-psychology advisement is available for students at all points in their undergraduate major to assist with course sequencing, obtaining research or clinical internships and applying to graduate school. Additionally, students are encouraged to participate in the Psychology Club and to qualify for Psi Chi, the psychology honor society.
A psychology major can lead to graduate or career opportunities not only in psychology itself, but also in related fields such as occupational therapy other health services, education and social work.
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The core requirements of the psychology major are designed to provide a broad foundation across the spectrum of subject areas in psychology. Students select from a range of elective courses to gain greater expertise in areas that will best prepare them for graduate school programs in psychology or related career options, for example, the health related fields of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Therapy, or Medical School. A common thread among the various courses is an emphasis on the scientific foundation and empirical basis of psychological principles and their application to understanding the individual, her development, and her behavior in a social context. Writing skills are highlighted in much of the coursework, and students are encouraged to expand their learning outside of the classroom by participating in research and/or clinical experiences with, or sponsored by psychology faculty.
For more information, please contact Chairs: Dr. Terry DiLorenzo (Beren) or Dr. Jenny Isaacs (Wilf)
Please see the Schedule of Classes for the current semester’s offerings.
PSYCHOLOGY (PSYC)
MAJOR: Stern College for Women
General Track: Thirty-seven credits in psychology: PSYC 1010, 1107, 2100C, 2414, 2150, 3105;
One course from each of the following two groups:
(1) PSYC 2430; 4926
(2) PSYC 2140, 3804;
plus four additional psychology courses; plus STAT 1021.
Neuroscience Track: Thirty-seven credits in psychology: PSYC 1010, 1107, 2100C, 2150, 2414, 3105, 3800, 3804, 3810, 3815 plus two additional psychology courses; plus STAT 1021.
Students planning to do graduate work should consult the department faculty early in their course of study concerning a program of courses as well as other preparation necessary for graduate study.
MINOR: Stern College for Women
Sixteen credits in psychology, including PSYC 1010, 1100 or 1107, 2100C, 3105, 2150 or 2414. STAT 1021 is also required.
For more details about the Psychology major and minor - see the factsheet at the Academic Advisement webpage.
The following list includes faculty who teach at both the Beren (B) and Wilf (W) campuses.
· Joshua Bacon
Associate Professor of Psychology (B)
· Anna-Lisa Cohen
Associate Professor of Psychology (W)
· Terry DiLorenzo
Associate Professor of Psychology (B)
Chair, Stern College Department of Psychology
· Rachel Ebner
Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychology (B)
· Aharon Fried
Associate Professor Emeritus of Psychology (B)
· Stephen Glicksman
Adjunct Instructor of Psychology (W)
· Elizabeth Goldman
Assistant Professor of Psychology (B)
· Edward Hoffman
Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychology (W)
· Jenny Isaacs
Associate Professor of Psychology (W)
· Evelyn Kolidas
Adjunct Instructor of Psychology (B)
· Yair Kramer
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology (W)
· Ariel Malka
Associate Professor of Psychology (W)
Chair, Yeshiva College Department of Psychology
· Eliezer Schnall
Clinical Professor of Psychology and Director of the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Honors Program (W)
· Timothy Valshtein
Assistant Professor of Psychology (B)
The Children and Technology (CAT) Lab, led by Dr. Elizabeth Goldman, examines how young children can learn from both human and non-human social agents. Their research explores how children can learn from and engage with technological devices like robots, AI, and home assistants. Click the link below to learn more.