General Psychology (PSYC 101T)

Term: 2020-2021 School Year Spring Term

Faculty

Kristin WellnitzShow MyInfo popup for Kristin Wellnitz

Kristin.Wellnitz@southeasttech.edu

Educational Background:

Kristin attended Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa. She received a degree in Psychology, with a minor in Leadership Communications, and a concentration in Spanish. Following her undergraduate degree, she attended the University of South Dakota to pursue a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychology in Education, with specialty areas in School and Community Agency Counseling. Kristin is also a Nationally Certified Counselor.

 

STC Position:

Full-time Psychology Instructor

 

Fall 2025 Student Support Hours:

• Monday - 2-3 p.m.
• Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - 10-11 a.m.
• Monday evening - online/TEAMS
• Other times by appointment

Description

Provides the student with an introduction to the basic psychological processes underlying human behavior. Topics include the functions of the brain amd 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.