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These interdisciplinary seminars are intended to develop integrating insights through an analysis of topics chosen from different disciplines. Often they are taught by two faculty members or by a visiting lecturer who holds one of the endowed chairs at the university. (IDSC 479 is used if the seminar has been approved to partially fulfill a requirement in the core curriculum.)
These interdisciplinary seminars are intended to develop integrating insights through an analysis of topics chosen from different disciplines. Often they are taught by two faculty members or by a visiting lecturer who holds one of the endowed chairs at the university. (IDSC 479 is used if the seminar has been approved to partially fulfill a requirement in the core curriculum.)
An introduction to the research questions, concepts, theories, methods, and findings of psychological science. Although the selection varies with instructor, topics include brain function, psychological testing, sensation and perception, cognition (learning, memory, language), states of consciousness, motivation, human development, personality, origins and treatment of disorders, social behavior, stress and health, and applied psychology (workplace, community, environment). This course fulfills the Social Analysis requirement in the core curriculum.
An examination of physiological, experiential, and social factors affecting the psychological development of women and their status as adults. Addresses diversity among women and how factors such as class and race intersect with historical and contemporary gender inequalities in women's lives. Topics include: biological and social influences on the development of gender, research on sex-related differences in psychological traits and cognitive abilities, media image and stereotypes of women, close relationships and sexuality, mothering, employment, aging, violence against women, and psychological health. This course fulfills the Human Diversity requirement in the core curriculum. Prerequisite: PSYC 111
The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule
Discussion of several specific research issues in contemporary social psychology. The course includes presentation of computer applications. An original research project is required. Approximately four lectures and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: PSYC 121 and 212
Discussion of several specific research issues in contemporary social psychology. The course includes presentation of computer applications. An original research project is required. Approximately four lectures and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: PSYC 121 and 212
Academic History B.S., University of Iowa, 1990 Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1997
Dr. Scott joined the faculty in 1996. Since that time she has taught a variety of introductory and specialized topics courses in social psychology, women's studies, and environmental studies. Her ongoing research projects center around three primary interest areas: physical attractiveness and media messages about beauty, the impact of pornography on cognitive function and social interaction, and humans' relationship with the natural environment. She is an ardent advocate for undergraduate research and is always looking for student collaborators.
