University Photographer, Students Embark on Once-In-A-Lifetime Safari

Rwanda Safari

University photographer Bob Christy has seen it all in his 23 years with Kent State University. Or, at least he thought he had. That was until last July when Christy accompanied a handful of students studying in Rwanda on a trip they'll never forget – an authentic African safari. Christy and the students spent more than six hours in Akagera National Park; the trip was near the end of the students' summer educational experience known as the Kigali Summer Institute, which explores the post-genocide reconstruction of Rwanda and issues related to peace and conflict in the context of t...

Psychology - Minor

The Psychology minor gives students an overview of the major concepts, theories and methods of the discipline of psychology. Students are able to understand the relevance of psychological concepts and perspectives to understanding and explaining thoughts, emotions and behavior and applying that knowledge to real-world settings. Students are encouraged to use the elective courses in the minor to complement their major area of study as psychology is relevant for many careers, including nursing, business, teaching, biology, human services, justice studies and sociology.

Program Information for Psychology - Minor

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Describe major concepts, theories and methods of the discipline of psychology.
  2. Explain the relevance of psychological concepts and perspectives to understanding and explaining thoughts, emotions and behavior.
  3. Apply their knowledge of the relevance of psychological concepts and perspectives to understanding and explaining thoughts, emotions and behavior to real-world settings.

Admissions for Psychology - Minor

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

Minor Requirements
PSYC 11762GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (DIVD) (KSS) 3
PSYC 21621QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGY I 13
PSYC 31574RESEARCH METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGY (ELR) 3
Psychology (PSYC) Electives 212
Minimum Total Credit Hours:21
1

Students who are declared in either the Sociology major or Criminology and Justice Studies major may substitute SOC 32220 for PSYC 21621.

2

Maximum 3 credit hours of PSYC 31498, PSYC 41492, PSYC 41495, PSYC 41498 and PSYC 41574 combined may be applied toward minor requirements. Minimum 9 credit hours of upper division courses (30000 and 40000 level) must be completed.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Ashtabula Campus
    • East Liverpool Campus
    • Geauga Campus
    • Kent Campus
    • Salem Campus
    • Stark Campus
    • Trumbull Campus
    • Tuscarawas Campus

Association of Graduate English Students

A.G.E.S. is a dedicated space for graduate students in the English department that fosters a sense of community, connects them with academic resources and opportunities, and advocates for their well-being.

Academic Success Center

To empower students to become independent learners through engaging support programs.

Minors

A college minor is a set of courses that a student takes to complement or enhance the value of his or her major. Generally, students who wish to earn a minor have to take five to six courses that pertain to the subject field.

Programs marked with an * can be completed fully online.

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