PSYC 101 1 - General Psychology

General Psychology (PSYC 101)

Term: 2024-2025 School Year Spring Term

Faculty

Julia Lynn Price Lee

Email address is hidden, click here to email

Julia Price-Lee, Ph.D.

Adjunct Psychology Professor, Career Researcher, and Trivia Nerd

A bit about me:

Education - Ph.D. in Human Development & Educational Psychology; M.A. in Higher Education; B.A. in Psychology; Graduate Certificate in Postsecondary Disability Services.

Professional Background - Social services (2 years); College Student Development (13 years); Career and Leadership Development (13 years); teaching and instruction (5+ years).

Research & Professional Interests - Career development; student success; social determinants of career wellbeing; learners with disabilities; purpose and calling.

Why I love working with students - I absolutely love witnessing those “aha” moments! Whether it's figuring out your next steps in life or making connections with psychology concepts in class, these breakthroughs can be incredibly meaningful. Plus, some of the best ideas and most creative applications come from students! I'm excited for our chance to learn together.

Schedule

Mon-Wed, 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM (1/13/2025 - 5/9/2025) Location: SF TECH 215

Description

Provides the student with an introduction to the basic psychological processes underlying human behavior. Topics include the functions of the brain and nervous system, the characteristics of sensation, perception and altered states of consciousness, learning and memory, the nature of thinking skills and intelligence, theories of motivation, emotion and personality, a survey of psychological disorders and approaches to therapy, social/interpersonal relations, and practical applications.