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Psychology

Major, Minor

DEPARTMENT: Psychology

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About the Psychology major

As a Union College psychology major, you’ll explore behavior and mental processes through diverse courses while gaining practical experience. Internships with organizations such as marketing firms, clinics, and special-needs facilities provide valuable hands-on learning.

Research opportunities abound, from volunteering in faculty-led labs to earning credit or becoming summer fellows. Senior theses enable independent projects, often showcased at the Steinmetz Symposium, with many students co-authoring papers or presenting at conferences.

The Psychology Speaker Series brings top scholars to campus, covering topics like addiction neurobiology and political psychology, with honors students engaging in discussions and presentations.

Courses and requirements

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After Union

CAREER DASHBOARD

  • Deputy director of training and development, Central Coast Children's Fund
  • Master of Philosophy candidate in education, globalization and international development, University of Cambridge
  • Program supervisor, C.O.C.O.A. House
  • Project assistant, Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Public health associate, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  • Public defender, Albany County
  • Public relations associate, RF Binder
  • Researcher, Mexican Institute for Competitiveness
  • U.S. Fulbright Scholar, Athens, Greece

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