Psychological Humanities Minor
Interested in deepening your insights into the human condition by exploring themes of suffering, identity, potential, and the pursuit of the good life? Join the Psychological Humanities Minor program today.
If you are eager to minor in Psychological Humanities, we invite you to write a brief (2 page) essay detailing your interest and then submit your application through this form.
After submitting your application, relevant faculty members will conduct a review.
Upon concluding the review, faculty members will email decision notifications. Accepted students will see their transcripts updated to include the new minor.
Overview
Explore the intersection of psychology and humanities by delving into thought-provoking questions about suffering, identity, potential, healing, meaning-making, character formation, and the pursuit of the good life, gaining a unique perspective that goes beyond traditional psychological science.
The minor is designed to broaden students’ understanding of psychology and the closely related ethical, spiritual, and existential dimensions of human life.
Requirements
3 credits
The first course every student will take upon beginning the minor is our new Introduction to the Psychological Humanities through the Department of Formative Education.
9 credits
Students will choose three electives, one from each category: the Good, the Beautiful, and the True. Electives are organized so as to enliven a deeper appreciation for the transcendentals (Good, Beautiful, True) and how each informs our understanding of human mental life, the constitution of subjectivity, ethical development, and flourishing.
3 credits
Students will participate in one formative seminar which is meant to foster growth in students’ spiritual, ethical, psychological, and professional discernment.
3 credits
Students will conclude the Minor by completing a capstone course which culminates in a project that integrates elements from their previous Psychological Humanities coursework.
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