Mission

The purpose of the psychology major is to provide students with an understanding of the substantive fields and methodological issues of psychology as a science and as a profession. To that end, the psychology department provides students with a scientific education within the liberal arts tradition. The department faculty endeavor to develop students who pursue individual excellence, communicate effectively, and participate as informed members of the world community. Psychology faculty members encourage and demonstrate independent thought and intellectual curiosity, both in the classroom and in individual scholarly activity.