Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences

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Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences

O Lord, Thou has searched me and known me!

Thou knowest when I sit down and when I rise up; Thou discernest my thoughts from afar. Thou searchest out my path and my lying down,

and art acquainted with all man’s ways . . . . For thou didst form my inward parts, thou didst knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.

--From Psalm 139

Majors: Psychology, Social Studies Education, Social Studies/History, and History/Political

Science

Minors: Behavioral Science, History, Political Science, Psychology (traditional & AGS*), and Sociology

*(AGS version pending final approvals)

Mission

The mission of the Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences is to promote the development of intellectual and emotional coherence, to promote the effective interaction of individuals with society and with their environment, and to promote the development of an appreciation of the heritage of the Western world.

Statement of Purpose

In keeping with OWU’s institutional purposes, the Division seeks to educate students to explore the interface between their academic discipline and the Christian faith, particularly in the historic Wesleyan tradition. This goal is pursued through the intentional integration of faith and learning in the divisional curricula (through discussions, writing assignments, devotions, and projects) as well as extra-curricular lectures (by Christian leaders in

Psychology, History, and Political Science). Ultimately, the Division seeks to equip students to contribute meaningfully to society in the areas of history, political science, and

psychology and to be agents of change in the culture in which they live.

Divisional Distinctives

The Division provides a curriculum for baccalaureate degrees in psychology, social

studies/history, and history/political science and cooperates with the Division of Education to offer a degree in social studies education. The Division also provides courses in history, government, geography, sociology, and psychology to help meet the general education requirements for students majoring in other areas.

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Program Objectives

Psychology Program Objectives — Graduates of the psychology programs offered by the Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences should demonstrate the following:

1. An understanding of the various theories of human development, including biological, psychological, and sociological

2. An understanding of the various personality theories and major counseling approaches currently in use

3. An understanding of professional ethics in the helping professions

4. An understanding of the categories of abnormal behavior and theories of etiology and treatment

5. An ability to critically evaluate the philosophical underpinnings of psychological theories in light of the revealed truth of God

6. An ability to critically evaluate and contribute to scientific research in the behavioral sciences

7. An understanding of the various models of integration and the processes of integration of the behavioral sciences and the Christian faith, particularly in the Wesleyan tradition

Social Science Program Objectives — Graduates of the social science programs offered by the Division of Social & Behavioral Science should demonstrate the following:

1. Knowledge of significant political, economic, social, and historical trends in United States history, including foreign and domestic developments

2. Knowledge of the system of government in the United States, including an understanding of the Constitution and major Supreme Court cases

3. Knowledge of the rights and responsibilities of citizens

4. Knowledge of the diverse nature of the global community as influenced by history, geography, economics, culture, and politics

5. Knowledge of the impact of the past on the present, including cause and effect relationships

6. Ability to use historical data in forming theories about future trends

Course Requirements

On the following pages are the tables of required courses for the majors, minors, and associate degrees offered by the Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences. (Please see

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Bachelor of Arts

Psychology

General Education Requirements 54

Literature of the Old Testament (BLIT 1103) 3 Literature of the New Testament (BLIT 1203) 3 Philosophy of Christian Thought (PHIL 2303) 3

English Composition I (ENGL 1103) 3

English Composition II (ENGL 1203) 3

Speech Communication (SPCH 1703) 3

Foreign Language 6

Literature 6

Humanities 3

Physical Education 2

Principles of Biology (BIOL 1104) 4

Math Survey (MATH 1603) or College Algebra (MATH 1603) 3

Introduction to Statistics (MATH 2203) 3

US History I (HIST 1213) or II (HIST 1223) 3

US Government (POLS 1103) 3

General Psychology (PSYC 1503) 3

Formation of the Christian Mind & Person (CLAC 1202) R

Major Requirements 51

Foundational Psychology Courses 39

Introduction to Sociology (SOCI 1403) 3

Developmental Psychology (choose one from the following 2 courses) 3 Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development (PSYC 2443) (3) Dynamics of Adult Development and Crises (PSYC 4443) (3)

Psychology of Personality (PSYC 3353) 3

Social Psychology (PSYC 3433) 3

Psychology of Motivation (PSYC 3563) 3

Cognition and Learning (PSYC 3663) 3

Principles of Counseling (PSYC 4313) 3

Techniques of Counseling (PSYC 4323) 3

Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (PSYC 4723) 3

Psychology Electives 9

Senior Seminar (PSYC 4823) 3

Concentration Options (choose one of the two tracks listed below) 12 Track 1

Physiological Psychology (PSYC 4743) 3

History and Systems of Psychology (PSYC 3733) 3

Computer Packaged Statistics (PSYC 4833) 3

Research Methods (PSYC 4853) 3

Track 2

Mental Health (PSYC 2543) 3

Marriage and Family Relations (PSYC 2433) 3

Small Group Processes (PSYC 4643) 3

Organizational Behavior (PSYC 3523) 3

General Electives or Minor 21

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Bachelor of Science

Psychology

Literature 6

Humanities 3

Principles of Biology (BIOL 1104) 4

Math Survey (MATH 1603) or College Algebra (MATH 1603) 3

US History I (HIST 1213) or II (HIST 1223) 3

US Government (POLS 1103) 3

Foundational Psychology Courses 45

Developmental Psychology (choose one from the following 2 courses) 3 Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development (PSYC 2443) (3) Dynamics of Adult Development and Crises (PSYC 4443) (3)

Cognition and Learning (PSYC 3663) 3

Principles of Counseling (PSYC 4313) 3

Techniques of Counseling (PSYC 4323) 3

Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (PSYC 4723) 3

Senior Seminar (PSYC 4823) 3

Concentration Options (choose one of the two tracks listed below) 12 Track 1

Physiological Psychology (PSYC 4743) 3

History and Systems of Psychology (PSYC 3733) 3

Computer Packaged Statistics (PSYC 4833) 3

Research Methods (PSYC 4853) 3

Track 2

Mental Health (PSYC 2543) 3

Small Group Processes (PSYC 4643) 3

Organizational Behavior (PSYC 3523) 3

General Electives or Minor 21

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Bachelor of Arts

Social Studies/History

Foreign Language 6

Literature 6

Humanities 3

Principles of Biology (BIOL 1104) or Physical Science (PHYS 1104) 4 Math Survey (MATH 1503) or College Algebra (MATH 1603) 3

US History I (HIST 1213) 3

Macroeconomics (GBUS 2213) 3

Cultural Anthropology (SOCI 3763) 3

Human Geography (GEOG 2633) 3

United States Government (POLS 1103) 3

United States History II (HIST 1223) 3

World History I (HIST 1533) 3

World History II (HIST 1543) 3

History Electives 19

Concentration 12-21

General Electives or Minor 11-20

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Bachelor of Science

Social Studies/History

Literature 6

Humanities 3

Macroeconomics (GBUS 2213) 3

Cultural Anthropology (SOCI 3763) 3

Human Geography (GEOG 2633) 3

History Electives 19

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Bachelor of Arts

History/Political Science

Literature 6

Humanities 3

Foreign Language 6

American Constitutional History (HIST 4843) 3

American Studies Program (POLS 3200 and 3400) 16

Upper Division Social Science Electives 9

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Bachelor of Science

History/Political Science

Literature 6

Humanities 3

American Studies Program (POLS 3200 and 3400) 16

Upper-Division Social Science Electives 9

Divisional Electives 3-6

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Traditional Minors

Behavioral Science Minor

Social Psychology (PSYC 3433) or Social Problems (SOCI 3433) 3

Psychology Electives (6 upper division) 9

Developmental Psychology (choose one of the following) 3 Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development (PSYC 2443) (3) Dynamics of Adult Development and Crises (PSYC 4443) (3)

Grand Total 21

History Minor

U.S. History I (HIST 1213) 3

U.S. History II (HIST 1223) 3

World History II (HIST 1543) 3

History/Political Science Upper Division Electives 9

Grand Total 21

Political Science Minor

United States Government (POLS 1103) 3

U.S. History I (HIST 1213) or U.S. History II (HIST 1223) 3

American Economic History (HIST 3263) 3

Contemporary World Events (POLS 3633) 3

Comparative Governments (POLS 3853) 3

Political Science Elective (special topic) 3

Grand Total 21

Psychology Minor

Developmental Psychology (choose one of the following) 3 Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development (PSYC 2443) (3) Dynamics of Adult Development and Crises (PSYC 4443) (3)

Grand Total 21

Sociology Minor

Social Casework Introduction (SOCI 3263) 3

Social Problems (SOCI 3433) 3

Sociology Electives 6

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Associate of Arts

Degree Options

General Education Requirements 29-30

Humanities or Speech 3

Science or Math 3-4

United States Government (POLS 1103) 3

Formation of the Christian Mind & Person (CLAC 1202) R Biblical Literature & Philosophy (choose any two of the following courses) 6 Literature of the Old Testament (BLIT 1103) (3) Literature of the New Testament (BLIT 1203) (3) Philosophy of Christian Thought (PHIL 2303) (3)

Major Concentration (choose one of the following options) 15

Psychology Option 15

Developmental Psychology (choose one of the following two courses) 3 Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development (PSYC 2443) (3) Dynamics of Adult Development and Crises (PSYC 4443) (3)

Marriage and Family Relations (PSYC 2433) 3

Upper Division Psychology Electives 6

History Option 15

History Electives (upper-division) 6

General Electives 19-20

Grand Total 64

Psychology Minor

Offered via the Office of Adult & Graduate Studies

(Pending Final Approvals)

Course Requirements

Psychology and the Christian Faith (PSYC 1813) 3

Functional Neuroscience (PSYC 4873) 3

Human Development across the Lifespan (PSYC 2783) 3 Psychological Tests and Measurements (PSYC 2883) 3 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (PSYC 4783) 3 Psychology of Persons in the Social Environment (PSYC 3583) 3 Counseling Theories and Techniques (PSYC 4683) 3