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Psychology Program Overview
The psychology major introduces students to
the fundamentals of scientific psychology, providing a firm basis
of psychological knowledge and research experience. Course offerings
are varied, and cover all the major schools of thought in psychology.
Many careers in psychology require at least a masters' degree
and many graduate programs recommend a broad background in different
areas of psychology. Therefore, requirements for the major correspond
to the basic course requirements for entrance into graduate school.
The psychology department makes use of multimedia equipment for classroom instruction
and students benefit from extensive interaction with faculty members both in
and out of class. Degree candidates can take advantage of the social service
agencies in Jacksonville to gain practical experience and academic credit. The
department also provides opportunities for students to engage in original research
and to attend regional and national professional conferences. Academic achievements
of psychology students are recognized through membership in the department's
chapter of Psi Chi, the national psychology honors society.
Program of Study
See the Catalog for specific requirements.
Internships
/ Career Opportunities
- Wells Center (Drug and Alcohol Treatment facility)
- Community Counseling
- Youth Attention Center
- Illinois School for the Deaf
- Illinois School for the Visually Impaired
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters
- Department of Corrections (Jacksonville Prison)
- Women's Crisis Center
- McFarland Zone Center
- Developmental Center
- Elm City
- Jacksonville Area Association of Retarded Citizens We also
allow the possibility of the student arranging a Career Experience
at a local facility in their hometown during January term and
summers.
Faculty Information
Dr. Lorraine Cohen, Ph.D., R.N.
Assistant Professor of Psychology
A.A., Nursing, Kaskaskia Community College, Centralia, IL
B.A., Psychology, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
M.S., Rehabilitation Counseling, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Ph.D., Guidance & Educational Psychology, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
Phone: 217-479-7102
E-mail: lorraine.cohen@mac.edu
Emer Day
Assistant Professor of Psychology
B.A. University of Minnesota
M.A., Ph.D. University of Kansas
Phone: 217-479-7100
E-mail: emer.day@mac.edu
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