You're fascinated by the human mind.
As a psychology major at Lander, you'll delve into these subjects and more, with a curriculum that provides much more than an arsenal of psychological knowledge. You'll learn to think logically, critically and objectively as you study theories and findings in the areas of human development, emotion, cognition, behavior and psychopathology.
Human services is a newer field that connects psychology and sociology and focuses on how to help specific populations in the realm of social services. The human services major blends applied psychology and sociology courses and exposes students to knowledge about abuse and counseling while understanding different populations.
Mandy Cleveland
Department Chair
864-388-8238 | mcleveland@lander.edu | Carnell Learning Center LC376
Awards are granted annually to outstanding university students from all disciplines during a ceremony each spring.
The paths to teaching are many, and are often vastly different.
McFarland Publishers has published a book written by Lander University Professor of Psychology Dr. Jonathan Bassett.
When the American Psychological Association (APA) convened for its 2022 annual conference in Minneapolis, Minn., it included as presenters two graduates of Lander University who are now pursuing advanced degrees in psychology at other institutions.
