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This course is designed to introduce new students to higher education and LCC. The goal of First Year Seminar is for students to examine issues and develop a sense of competence in the areas of: academics, interpersonal relationships, community involvement, human diversity, career development, and personal values. The course provides a supportive environment for interactive and group learning. Reading, writing, and participatory activities are designed to develop skills in the following areas: reading, writing, oral communication, use of technology, and critical thinking.

In this course, students will develop the skills necessary for understanding and writing texts in an academic setting. With the goal of effectively communicating ideas and arguments, students will build strategies for writing fluent paragraphs and essays, in a variety of rhetorical modes. Students will read, write, revise, and edit both their own compositions, and the work of others. The course focuses on two areas: 1) building critical thinking skills, and 2) developing competencies to write analytical essays

This course provides students with a theoretical and practical understanding of effective and ethical communication in interpersonal relationships. Students have the opportunity to apply course material to their own personal and professional relationships.

This course is designed for students who have no previous knowledge of Lithuanian. Students learn basic communication skills through building a good base in vocabulary, communicative phrases, sentence structures, and some grammar. This course helps develop communication skills that are very important for language learners: comprehension (listening, reading) and speaking. This course is based on practical application of theoretically acquired language knowledge. It also provides an introduction to Lithuanian culture, customs and traditions.

This course is designed to expand academic writing skills. Students will focus on reading and writing to build critical thinking and analytical skills. They will write responses and summaries, review and select research material and then write a research paper following the standard process of topic selection, drafting, feedback, and revised versions. Students will develop comprehensive writing strategies, as well as the critical expertise and technical language to help them discuss works-in-progress.

This course is a scientific consideration of the psychological foundations of behavior and mental processes. Topics include psychology as science, the biology of behavior, lifespan development, sensation, perception, consciousness, learning, memory, thinking, language, intelligence, motivation, emotion, personality, mental health and social behavior. During the term, you will learn about empirical and theoretical issues in psychology, however this course will also challenge you to examine your own ideas and beliefs in the light of research and come to a new appreciation of the intricacies of psychology.

Principles and theories of human growth and development are examined, from the time of conception to late adulthood and death. The progression of physical, cognitive, social and personality development is studied through the life span. The purpose of this project is to increase students’ ability to understand and utilize research methods that are relevant to the content of the course.

This course provides a theoretical and practical understanding of the technical, performative and ethical dimensions of public discourse, equipping students to become more effective and ethical public speakers, discerning audience members, and engaged citizens.

This course introduces students to major thematic elements which unify the Old Testament and offers all readers a text for talking about the purpose and meaning of human life. Students will examine the text against the background of its historical context and in relation to contemporary issues.

Together, Statistics and Research Methods I & II present statistical and research design information by integrating the basic analytical tools (descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, non-parametric statistics) with the basic methodology and design knowledge needed to understand and perform research in the behavioral sciences. Topics in Statistics and Research Methods I include, but may not be limited to: research ethics, basics of research design, descriptive statistics, selection and assignment of participants, hypothesis testing, correlational methods and non-experimental methods.

Psychology Practicum I course will expose students to a variety of settings in which psychologically-oriented activities take place. The goal of the course is to allow students to explore and better understand the types of work done by psychologists and professionals in related helping professions. Students will be encouraged to link theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to be successful in their practicum and future careers. The course discusses key skills needed in the psychology field, such as working with peers, supervisors and clients, dealing with diversity, practicing self-care and safety, adhering to ethical guidelines and others. Students will also participate in an experiential project at a local practicum site.

This course is an introduction to, and overview of, the structure and function of the nervous system. Focus areas include but are not limited to the basic structure and function of nerve cells, how they communicate, and how they are arranged into neural circuits and functional systems. The role of specific brain structures and the endocrine system in internal control systems such as sleep, motivated behaviors, emotion, and motor control are coved in-depth.

This course focuses on the scientific field of psychology that seeks to understand the nature and causes of individual behavior and thought is social situations. Readings, lectures, and group projects center around the specific topics of social perception and cognition, attitudes and prejudice, interpersonal attraction and intimate relationships, social influence, prosocial behavior, aggression and in the effects of groups on individuals.

This course introduces students to major thematic elements which unify the New Testament and offers all readers a text for talking about the purpose and meaning of human life. Students will examine the text against the background of its historical context and in relation to contemporary issues.

Together Statistics and Research Methods I & II present statistical and research design information by integrating the basic analytical tools (descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, non-parametric statistics) with the basic methodology and design knowledge needed to understand and perform research in the behavioral sciences. Building on the knowledge from the previous course, topics in this course include, but may not be limited to: inferential statistics (t-test and ANOVA), linear regression, between-and within-subject designs, nonparametric statistics and single case designs.

This course is designed to explore the relationship between health and psychology. It will describe how psychological factors contribute to the prevention of illness, the treatment of illness, the recovery from illness and health maintenance. The areas of coping with stress and pain are introduced. More specific illnesses such as cardiovascular problems, cancer, and diabetes will be explored. Behavioral health topics to be discussed include smoking, use of alcohol and other drugs, exercising and health. The overall goal is to promote wellness, prevent illness, and assist in the adjustment to health problems.

This course provides an introduction to the field of clinical psychology. Subspecialties within the field of clinical psychology such as neuropsychology, child psychology and forensic psychology will be reviewed. Students will be introduced to the process of assessment, testing, diagnosis and treatment of those with psychological disorders. Controversies, challenges and changes within the field will be explored.

This course covers topics of cognition relating to stimulus detection and identification. This course covers the role of specific sensory organs and neural structures in sensation (vision, audition, touch and pain, smell and taste, etc.) and examines the methodological approaches and current theories of the cognitive processes of perception and neural representation with particular emphasis on language.

This course is designed to provide an overview of the overarching theories of personality and human behavior. Theories representing psychoanalytic, neopsychoanalytic, life-span, trait, humanistic, cognitive, behavioral and social-learning approaches are explored. Significant topics include the influence of age, gender and culture on personality. The purpose of this course is to provide students with the main theories and principles that can help them better understand their own personality and personalities of others.

This course covers topics of cognition relating to information processing and manipulation, and action selection. This course covers the methodological approaches, current theories, and neurological basis of learning, memory and thinking. Topics also include self-awareness and theory of mind.

This course provides an introduction to the field of abnormal psychology. It will provide an overview of the characteristics, etiology, diagnosis, treatment, prevention strategies, and controversies of the major psychological disorders. Topics covered in this course include the historical background of abnormal behavior, theoretical perspectives of maladaptive behavior, classification and assessment, stress, coping and maladaptive behavior, somatoform disorders, psychotic and anxiety disorders, cognitive impairment disorders, disorders of childhood and adolescence, substance related disorders, mental retardation.

This course explores personal and professional ethical issues in psychology. Theories of counseling are explored with attention to ways these theories inform approaches to counseling and psychotherapy. Empirical evidence supporting these approaches is presented with ways to evaluate and compare treatment theories and techniques. The ethical standards of professional organizations (Lithuanian and international) for psychologists are studied. Students reflect on collective/cultural, religious and own worldviews or values and examine the impact of those perspectives on helping processes and organizational contexts.

This course is an extension of PSY 240 and covers more in-depth information about brain structure and neuron function underlying higher mental functions. This course provides an introduction to behavioral genetics with emphasis on genetic influences on behavioral phenotypes involving cortex, current research strategies, and ethical implications. The course engages students in primary literature in the fields of neuropsychology and neurogenetics, covering topics which may include but are not limited to personality, cognition, addiction, and psychopathology.

This course provides an introduction and overview of concepts, theories, and methods regarding psychological assessment. Specifically, psychometric principles, test and item analysis, test construction, and applications of psychological testing will be a focus of the course. Students will become familiar with the most commonly used psychological tests in the areas of behavior, personality, achievement, intelligence, and neuropsychological testing. Practical aspects of how to formulate a report on a case will be discussed.

This course is an extension of PSY 202 Statistics and Research Methods I and PSY 203 Statistics and Research Methods II. The course will focus on advanced statistics and the relationship between various psychological research designs and specific statistical analyses utilized with each design. Particular attention will be paid to correlational designs, multiple regression analysis and logistic regression analysis.

This course provides an overview of theoretical and practical issues in the psychology of education. It addresses psychological principles and theories related to teaching, learning, and psychological development. Internal and external factors of successful learning and psychological aspects of pedagogical interaction are examined. The topics of individual learning differences, learning difficulties, and education of children and adolescents with disabilities are analyzed. Students will discuss various case studies and practice teaching methods in the classroom. The course focuses on educational interventions and on favorable adjustment of both teachers and the learners.

The Bachelor degree final project is an individual research-based thesis project of contemporary relevance to the discipline of psychology. Students propose, design, implement, and write up an original study that is presented in a public defense at the end of the course.

The student engages in supervised service in an approved agency or organization. Experience allows students to apply theory to practice in a human service agency, and the seminars focus on self-understanding and professional development, learning about a variety of client populations, and human service agencies. Readings and practical projects are prepared and discussed with the instructor and supervisor. Feedback is given related to student's personal growth and skill development in a professional role.

This course explores the question of “how should we live?” after surveying the major ethical traditions (Divine Command Theory, Natural Law, Deontology, Utilitarianism and Virtue ethics). We'll cover pressing issues in applied ethics (e.g. sexuality and sexual ethics; capital punishment; abortion; euthanasia; animal rights; and environmental concerns). Additional special attention is given to ethics of democracy (including aspects of political ethics), moral obligations of public servants and a robust exploration of professional ethics in various fields (e.g. medicine; business; engineering).

This course is an introduction to modern efforts to improve human performance in industrial organizations and society. Students survey basic behavioral science research and thinking as they contribute to industrial and organizational psychology, including worker attitudes and theories of motivation, organizational structure and communication, theories of leadership and decision-making, conflict resolution, and methods of personnel selection and appraisal. The purpose of this project is to increase students’ ability to understand and utilize research methods that are relevant to the content of the course.