Chairperson: Robert B. Stewart
Main Office: 111 Pryale Hall
Main Phone: 248-370-2300 or 2301
Dept. Fax: 248-370-4612
Chief Adviser: Mary B. Eberly
Adviser Phone: 248-370-2285
The Department of Psychology offers undergraduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree. The psychology curriculum is structured to meet the needs of four types of students interested in majoring in psychology: students who plan to find employment after obtaining the bachelor's degree, students who plan to go to graduate school in psychology or a related field, students who plan to enter a field other than psychology that requires further formal training, and students who have a general interest in psychology.
Search for New Faculty is Completed
The Department of Psychology has hired a new faculty member. Professor Kana Taku will join us in the Fall of 2008. Her research interests focus on post traumatic growth.
Information for Majors
A pamphlet entitled, "Majoring in Psychology at Oakland University," is available in the department office. An abbreviated form of this pamphlet can be found at the Advising Info pages of this website. Students planning to major in psychology should obtain a copy of this pamphlet, which offers suggested programs of study. Students are also encouraged to learn more about and become active participants in the OU chapter of the Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology .
Advising Forms
Most of the official forms needed by students majoring in Psychology are available both in the distribution bins located near the front door of Pryale Hall and on the "Advising Forms" page found within the "Advising" section of this website. Detailed explanations of independent projects classes such as Research Apprenticeships, Readings and Research projects, and Field Experiences can also be found here.
Student Grievances
Occasionally students find themselves in situations where they are unhappy or dissatisfied with some aspect of a course or their interaction with an instructor. The Department of Psychology, like all departments in the College, has a specific set of procedures to handle such situations in a fair and professional manner. A copy of these procedures can be downloaded by clicking here.
