As an NSU psychology major, you'll enhance your knowledge of human behavior and mental health.
About The Program
This program might be a good fit for you if you:
- Have excellent oral and written communication skills
- Are skilled at observing, analyzing and interpreting information
- Demonstrate concern for and sensitivity to others
- Are able to resolve or mediate conflicts
- Have strong criticial and inferential thinking skills
- Are good at problem-solving and decision-making
- Engage in ethical practice
- Are a good listener
- Are good at problem-solving and decision-making
- Community and social service worker
- Advertising assistant
- Caseworker
- Community relations representative
- Crisis intervention counselor
- Human resources
- Personnel management/supervisor
- Law enforcement officer
- Educator
- Mental health coordinator
- Television/media research
At Northern, we believe getting you out of the classroom and into a real-world workplace setting is a critical part of your education. NSU psychology students have interned with several regional social service providers, including New Beginnings Center, Safe Harbor, Lutheran Social Services and Aspire. Learn more about opportunities for internships and other forms of experiential learning at School of Education!
The NSU WolfPACT is the highest guaranteed, four-year scholarship in the region. But that isn't the only scholarship available at Northern. Visit School of Education Scholarships for more scholarship opportunities! For details, please call the School of Education at 605-626-2415.
Experience the world while earning your degree through NSU Study Abroad! With hundreds of opportunities available around the globe, Northern can make your study abroad dream become a reality. Learn more at Study Abroad!
At Northern, you'll have the chance to conduct cutting-edge research that can have real-world impacts - while still an undergraduate student. Now with our brand new, state-of-the-art Jewett Regional Science Education Center, the sky is truly the limit. Learn more at Student Research!
Ready to take the next step? Contact us today:
- Psychology Academic Advisor: Tim Moffett, 605-626-2272 or Tim.Moffett@northern.edu.
- Psychology Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey Howard, 605-626-7783 or jeffrey.howard@northern.edu
Want to learn more about living and learning at Northern? Contact NSU Admissions today 605-626-2544 or admissions@northern.edu!
Still unsure of a major? We can help! Contact Career Services at 605-626-3007 or careerservices@northern.edu.
Our Faculty
Chair, NSU Institutional Review Board
Ph.D., M.A., Wichita State University
M.S., Fort Hays State University
B.A., Washburn University
B.S., Kansas State University
Dr. Jeffrey Howard joined NSU's faculty in 2009. He received a Ph.D. degree in human factors psychology from Wichita State University, Wichita, Kan., in 2007; an M.A. degree in experimental psychology from Wichita State University in 2004; an M.S. degree in clinical psychology from Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kan., in 2001; a B.A. degree in psychology from Washburn University, Topeka, Kan., in 1999; and a B.S. degree in radio/TV journalism from Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kan., in 1990.
Research Interests
Music cognition
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Ph.D., Counselor Education and Supervision, Lindsey Wilson College (2023)
Master of Arts, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Pentecostal Theological Seminary (2019)
Bachelor of Arts, Intercultural Studies, Lee University (2014)
Dr. Jia has experience as an inpatient behavioral therapist in a psychiatric hospital. He also has experience in grief and bereavement counseling. Dr. Jia worked as a graduate assistant to prepare students for their practicum and internship for two years during his doctoral studies. He has also served as co-instructor at Lindsey Wilson College and Mongolia International University.
Research Interests:
- Supervision
- Career development
- Counselor wellness
- Cross-cultural counseling
- Addiction
- Mental health and faith
- International students
Professional Organizations:
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Ph.D., Counselor Education and Supervision, animal-assisted interventions, State University of New York at Buffalo (2022)
Master of Science, School Counseling, Canisius College (2011)
Bachelor of Science, Hospitality Administration, State University of New York at Buffalo State College (2008)
Dr. Chris Puglisi has experience as a school counselor at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, working with a diverse population and in several classroom settings. He has also worked as a counselor in the Upward Bound Program at Penn State University, an adjunct instructor at several colleges and universities in Western New York, and as a life skills trainer for people with developmental disabilities. He has engaged in advocacy for students with special needs and is a certified school counselor in the state of New York.
Research Interests
Animal-assisted interventions
Animal-assisted therapy
Animal-…
