PSY 100 - Psychology of Interpersonal Relationships
The Psychology of Interpersonal Relationships is an experiential approach to everyday intrapersonal and interpersonal processes. It emphasizes observation, practice, and discussion of such topics as self-disclosure, trust, verbal and nonverbal expression of feelings, listening skills, conflict resolution, anger, and stress management, and the value of cultivating diverse relationships. Specific attention will be given to the intersection of a variety of factors including culture, race, ethnicity, gender, age, socioeconomic status, social justice, and how these factors influence intrapersonal and interpersonal processes. Basic psychological principles are presented and integrated into classroom and hybrid discussions. Emphasis is on skill development. It is psychology for daily living, and is neither a preparatory course for PSY101, nor a prerequisite for other PSY courses. 3 Credits.

PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychological Science
An introductory survey of the scientific study of human behavior and cognitive functions, including developmental psychology, neuroscience, learning, personality, memory, perception, psychopathology, and social behavior. Emphasis is on understanding psychological concepts, the integration and application of psychology to real life, and theoretical and methodological issues in scientific psychology. 3 Credits.

PSY 108 - Fundamentals of APA Style
Students will learn the basics of APA style, the standard writing style for most social sciences. Proper techniques for citing sources, preparing a manuscript, and expressing material clearly and accurately will be covered. Students will practice writing short papers and components of papers in this style. 1 Credit.

Prerequisite(s): Completed English 101 with a C or better, or completed English 200 with a C or better.

PSY 109 - Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology is the scientific study of the individual characteristics and environmental conditions that allow human beings to flourish. This course takes an empirical and experiential approach to helping individuals understand and use course content to enhance their lives. Topics covered may include happiness and well-being, positive emotions and thinking, character strengths and virtues, motivation and self-control, resilience and post-traumatic growth, and healthy relationships and institutions. 3 Credits.