{"id":4,"date":"2012-04-27T18:40:45","date_gmt":"2012-04-27T18:40:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/staging-psych\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T22:11:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T22:11:52","slug":"psychology-department","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/","title":{"rendered":"Psychology Department"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\" style=\"min-height:350px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-40 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1530\" height=\"670\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-432\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/PsychHeader.jpg\" style=\"object-position:48% 42%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"48% 42%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/PsychHeader.jpg 1530w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/PsychHeader-300x131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/PsychHeader-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/PsychHeader-768x336.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1530px) 100vw, 1530px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color\">Psychology<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">Specialized study in psychology within the context of the broader goals of a liberal arts education.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The psychology program at Eastern Oregon University promotes an understanding of behavior, provides an understanding of the foundations of psychology as a scientific discipline, integrates the influence of psychology on contemporary thought, and promotes skills in scientific research. An undergraduate degree in psychology prepares students for entry into graduate and professional schools and prepares students for entry-level positions in the helping professions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:67.6%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Students receiving a degree will have:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A basic understanding of the core branches of psychology, which include \u2013 learning; development; cognitive; sensation and perception; emotion; motivation; biological bases of behavior; abnormal behavior; and evolution of behavior.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to read and discuss primary research in psychology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to design a research project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Developed skills in scientific writing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to prepare a professional presentation of research.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to understand and evaluate research models and&nbsp;statistics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General computer literacy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge in selected specialized areas of the discipline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:32.4%\">\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/catalog\/\">EOU Academic Catalog<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/catalog.eou.edu\/content.php?catoid=7&amp;navoid=499\">Program Learning Outcomes<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-red-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/admissions\/apply\/\">Apply to EOU<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-eastern-navy-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slate.eou.edu\/register\/request-information\">Request Info<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Applied vs. Experimental<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure successful admission to graduate programs in psychology, students should work closely with a faculty adviser to select coursework that meets EOU\u2019s major requirements and prepares them for their intended careers. For those interested in experimental psychology, it is essential to have a robust undergraduate background in various subdisciplines and psychological research, including foundational courses, advanced topics, statistics, and a capstone project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For students aiming for applied psychology careers, such as counseling or social work, graduate programs often follow the scientist-practitioner model, valuing both scientific research and practical application. A strong undergraduate preparation in psychology, comprehensive learning across subdisciplines, and practical experience in the community (e.g., practicum) are crucial for acceptance into Masters programs in counseling and clinical psychology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/careers\/\" style=\"border-radius:0px\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online Psychology Degree<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Plan your Psychology degree program early in your undergraduate career. The Psychology Program follows a course sequence model. General Psychology (PSY 201 &amp; PSY 202), Writing in Psychology (PSY 222), and Introduction to Laboratory Methods (PSY 223) should be taken during your first year at EOU. Writing in Psychology (PSY 222) should be completed either before or concurrently with your first 300-level psychology core knowledge elective course. After completing those courses, PSY 303, Statistics &amp; Experimental Design (STAT 327), and one other 300-level Psychology elective, you should submit an Admit to Program form for approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please contact Dr. Timmermann for any advising questions specifically related to the online Psychology program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact: Prof. DeAnna Timmermann, <a>dtimmerm@eou.edu<\/a>, <a href=\"tel:541-962-3679\">541-962-3679<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/online.eou.edu\/programs\/bachelors-psychology\/\">Visit the Online Psychology Degree Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get started<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"590\" height=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/career_path_psychology_EOU-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/career_path_psychology_EOU-edited.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/career_path_psychology_EOU-edited-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 590px) 100vw, 590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>EOU Admissions Office<\/strong><br><strong>Email:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:personName@eou.edu\"><\/a><a href=\"mailto:admissions@eou.edu\">admissions@eou.edu<\/a><br><strong>Phone:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"tel:8004528639\">800-452-8639<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/psychology-faculty\/\" style=\"border-radius:0px\">Program Faculty<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\t\t\n    \n             <div class=\"row\">\n    <div class=\"col-md-10\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"goodword-content\"><blockquote>&#8220;EOU&#8217;s psychology program benefited me so much as a student. Unique undergraduate opportunities like hands on experience with conditioning rats and IQ testing, as well as research projects and opportunities to work as a student aid and a psychology tutor has allowed me to excel after graduation from EOU in both graduate school and the early steps in my career.&#8221;<\/blockquote><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t             <p style=\"text-align: right; margin-right: 2%;\">Denica Hill<br \/>Psychology<br \/>Boulder, Colo.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"col-md-2 pull-right\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/the-good-word\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/215\/files\/2018\/01\/Denica-Hill-Neurofeedback-Technician-e1516238075837-150x150.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/the-good-word\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/215\/files\/2018\/01\/Denica-Hill-Neurofeedback-Technician-e1516238075837-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/the-good-word\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/215\/files\/2018\/01\/Denica-Hill-Neurofeedback-Technician-e1516238075837.jpg 173w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n        \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Involved<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"590\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/Psych2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/Psych2.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/Psych2-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 590px) 100vw, 590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Psychology Club<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the psychology club and get involved with a community of students working hard to excel in academics and leverage experiential learning on campus and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/csi\/clubs\/\">Club Details<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"590\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/Psych1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/Psych1.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/files\/2024\/06\/Psych1-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 590px) 100vw, 590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Research<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Research experience is a key aspect of preparation for graduate school and for many careers in psychology. Here is some information on different types of research experience opportunities for students, and some information on the capstone research experience for both on-campus and online students.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/student-research-in-psychology\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/student-research-in-psychology\/\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The degree program in psychology provides specialized study in psychology within the context of the broader goals of a liberal arts education.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":55,"featured_media":229,"parent":0,"menu_order":1,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"panels_page.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/55"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4"}],"version-history":[{"count":25,"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":490,"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4\/revisions\/490"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/229"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/psych\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}