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Department of Psychology and Family Studies
| Dr. Holly Osburn, alumna of the Department of Psychology and Family Studies. Dr. Osburn is a practicing Industrial/Organizational Psychologist. Click the video to see more. |
Psychology
The OC psychology program will put you in the center of the action. Whether doing original research projects, hosting conferences or working with fellow students in Psi Chi, the national honor society in psychology, you will be challenged and prepared for a career in the field of psychology. And most importantly, this program keeps Christ at the center of your preparation for the future.
Oklahoma Christian offers two major degree programs in psychology. The B.S. degree is a pre-professional degree that emphasizes the preparing of the student for graduate school. Those student who wish to pursue Master's or Doctoral degrees are encouraged to pursue the B.S. degree. The vast majority of students at OC are in the B.S. degree program. The B.A. degree has as its emphasis a strong general education in the field of psychology for those students who may not want to go on for graduate work. The department recognizes that graduate school is not for everyone and also understands the value of having a general liberal arts degree in today's world. Enough preparatory classes are required that if a student later decides to seek admission into a graduate program, only a small number of leveling courses will typically be required.
Please explore the information on this web page and feel free to email any questions you may have about Psychology at Oklahoma Christian.
Family Studies
Family studies is one of the fastest growing programs at OC. Our academic programs equip students to serve in careers that support and nurture families. In addition, the Institute for Marriage and Family, located on campus, provides numerous opportunities to participate in the strengthening of families. Whether in family counseling, child care, or social services, a graduate of the Family Studies program is prepared to make a difference.
Oklahoma Christian offers two major programs in family studies. The B.S. Degree in Family Studies is a pre-professional degree that emphasizes the preparing of students for graduate school. Those students who wish to pursue advanced degrees, either the master’s or doctorate, are encouraged to pursue this degree rather than the B.S. degree in Family Studies/Child Development. With the growth of marriage and family graduate school programs and the increasing influence of systems theory in psychology, the need to prepare students for study as marriage and family counselors is increasing.
The B.S. degree in Family Studies/Child Development provides students with a broad, general approach to the study of the family. This degree is primarily intended for those students who do not wish to pursue graduate school.
Send email to ryan.newell@oc.edu with questions or comments about this web site.
Faculty Facts
Dr. Ryan Newell, Professor of Psychology and Family Studies, teaches courses in Research Methods, Statistics, Abnormal Psychology, Cybernetics, and Systems Theory. Newell is an active member of the American Psychological Society, serves as president for the Oklahoma Psychological Society, and maintains a private practice in marriage and family therapy.
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