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The subject matter of psychology, rooted
in the facts of experience and behavior, has a strong linkage
with the biological and social sciences. Psychology also shares
the concerns and issues of the arts and humanities because
they, like psychology, deal with human experience, feelings
and motivations. By approaching its subject matter as problems
of scientific investigation, psychology can help students of
the arts and humanities better understand the issues and problems
they encounter. Thus Psychology's curriculum, and the student
learning outcomes it supports, introduces students to a comprehensive
(and interdisciplinary) body of knowledge, helps to encourage
students to develop powers of discrimination and judgment,
and contributes to the holistic education of the student that
is central to the University's Mission. By providing students
with opportunities for field experience in the local community
and research experience that can lead to participation in scientific
meetings, Psychology's student learning outcomes reflect another
part of the University's Mission and Motto: "that all
may know you."
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