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Psychology Department

Allen Szalda-Petree, Chair

Psychology is the science of the behavior of humans and other animals. The psychologist, using scientific methods, seeks to understand the causes and purposes of behavior. Psychologists pursue their research and its application in academia, business, government, health, military and social service. The department offers training that leads to the Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, Specialist in School Psychology (SSP), and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.