PSY 101 A-Z - Major Concepts in PsychologySemester Hours: 1
Periodically
An in-depth exploration of a significant historical, theoretical, empirical or methodological concept in the field.
Current Special Topics
PSY 101B - The Psychology of Social Media: Likes, Memes, and Addiction
Discussion of psychological aspects of social media, including its influence in new forms of social interaction, recreation, happiness, body image, education, politics, and cyberbullying; with a strong focus on its addictive power and how to overcome it.
PSY 101D - Leadership in Action
Nick Salter, Psychology, and Rebecca Natow, Specialized Programs in Education
This course will introduce students to leadership theories and practice from an interdisciplinary perspective. Students will learn leadership theories, the history of leadership analysis, leadership in different practice contexts (education, government, nonprofits, the corporate sector, etc.), and research on leadership approaches. Theoretical perspectives include industrial models, transformational leadership, servant leadership, and social change theory, among others. Additionally, approaches to leadership across different industries — from the corporate sector to non-profits to educational institutions — will be compared. The course will draw from multiple fields of leadership literature, including organizational psychology, education, and public policy. The goal of the course will be for the students to not only understand how different areas define leadership, but also how it manifests and is applied across different contexts.
This course is a featured interdisciplinary course for Fall 2025. For more information, visit our Interdisciplinary Courses Webpage.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule.
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