General Psychology (PSYC 101)

Term: 2025-2026 School Year Fall Term

Faculty

Kristin Wellnitz

Educational Background:

Undergraduate Studies:

  • Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, IA
    • Bachelor of Arts
      • Psychology
    • Minor
      • Leadership Communications
    • Concentration
      • Spanish

Graduate Studies:

  • University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD
    • Master of Arts
      • Counseling and Psychology in Education
    • Specialty Areas
      • Community Agency Counseling
      • School Counseling

Credentials:

  • National Certified Counselor
  • South Dakota Post-Secondary Education Certificate

STC Position:

  • Psychology Instructor
    • December 2010-current

 

Fall 2026 Student Support Time

  • Monday
    • 8-9 p.m. TEAMS/online
  • Tuesday/Thursday
    • 10-11 a.m. - TC 202/204/TEAMS
  • Tuesday
    • 12:30-1 p.m. - TC 202/204/TEAMS
  • Wednesday
    • 1:15-1:45 p.m. - TC 202/204/TEAMS
  • Friday
    • 9:30-10:30 a.m. - TEAMS/online

Schedule

Mon-Wed, 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM (8/25/2025 - 12/12/2025) Location: SF TECH 204

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.