Tag: behavioral sciences department

When walking into Gloria Morrow's office in the Behavioral Science Department, a black piece of art is framed on the wall, entitled: "And Still I Rise," a poem by Maya Angelou. In that picture, she describes how the forefathers who were slaves started at the bottom and made it possible for other African-Americans to rise through education and entrepreneurship. It is a cycle where African-Americans that have already risen, reach back to help other African-Americans rise.

Dr. Modesto Hevia, associate professor of psychology, resigned one year after he was hired to start a doctoral program in the Behavioral Science Department. Taking over the program is Dr. Valerie Jordan.

Getting a decent job in today's society requires more than a bachelors degree. Twenty years ago, the number of people who received college degrees was significantly lower than it is today, and therefore it was easier for college graduates to find good jobs. Today, because the number of people who are in college is much greater and the field is more competitive. To get a good job, one must not only have a college degree, but on-the-job experience as well.

Beginning with the signing of the membership book and ending with oaths to uphold Psi Chi standards, 28 new members were inducted into the national honors society for psychology students on April 25 at 5 p.m. in the President’s Dining Room.

Campus news from the week of May 3, 1996.

Responsible for the relocation of academic departments and other facilities, the Space Committee is currently working to determine the new location of the Education Department, uses for the vacant space in the Student Center and expansion of the Behavioral Science Department in the Mainiero Building.