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| Welcome to the Psychology Department!
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The study of human behavior can be as fascinating as it is beneficial. As a student in Newman’s psychology program, you will learn both the theories that have advanced the art and science of psychology as well as the application of accepted scientific methods. You will discover that psychology has many uses in t oday’s world as we continue to enlighten our understanding, not just about the therapies that modify behavior, but also about the many ways that psychological research is being used in business and technology. A psychology degree will prepare you for work in fields such as health care, social services and corrections.
Careers are available in counseling, advocacy and mental health services, through a variety of employers including the Federal Government in the Departments of Health and Human Services, Veteran’s Administration and the Departments of Human Services. The State of Kansas hires psychology majors for community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals and senior citizen’s centers. Other employers include the United Way agencies, local branches of non-profit organizations including YMCA/YWCA and religiously affiliated service organizations.
A major in psychology can be enhanced by a minor or a double major in a variety of subject choices. These include, but are not limited to, biology, chemistry, communication, English, journalism, philosophy, theology, political science, sociology, speech or choral music. |
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