Earning a degree in child psychology
Special programs
Undergraduate education is a high priority within the Institute and every effort is made to create a community of scholars. For example, child psychology undergraduates pursue small-group experiences and often join ongoing faculty research projects as research assistants and community interns. They also can take advantage of individual study opportunities and topical seminars.
Special learning opportunities
“Working as a research assistant … has been the most positive experience of my undergraduate career. It's exciting to actively participate in research rather than passively absorbing the results …. When surrounded by passionate people, passion becomes contagious.”
- Minnesota Symposium on Child Psychology
A three-day conference focusing on a specific developmental theme or current topic with national researchers. - Weekly bag lunch colloquia, Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.
Research presentations by Institute faculty, faculty from other university departments, and national and international scholars. Check the ICD weekly calendar for more information. - Center for Early Education and Development (CEED)
Disseminates information about children to community agencies and policy makers, and hosts round-table conferences and community forums. - Shirley G. Moore Laboratory
School
Affiliated with the Institute since its inception, the preschool has been ranked as one of the foremost in the country. Teachers provide major leadership for the College's early childhood training programs. - Children, Youth, and Family Consortium (CYFC)
Institute faculty chair Consortium committees, which coordinate the outreach activities of many University departments related to the health, education, and welfare of children. - Study abroad opportunities
Students can choose to incorporate international studies with their degree programs and career goals. - Center for Cognitive Sciences (CCS)
Faculty and graduate students from seven University programs participate in research and training activities. - Center for Early Education and Development
Supports numerous projects designed to help parents, professionals, and policymakers maximize learning and health development during a child's crucial first years.
Special services
"This is how a university department is supposed to be: the best instructors, a supportive advising office, a variety of activities and opportunities, all wrapped up in a warm and friendly environment."
- Honors program
Honors students participate in special departmental activities, have their own lounge and reference room privileges. - Child Psychology Student Organization
(CPSO)
A student organization for all departmental undergraduates which sponsors faculty research presentations, community service projects, study groups, and social events. - Child Psychology Undergraduate Advising Office
Advisers help undergraduates sort through the bureaucratic read tape and feel like someone really cares. Located at 140 Wulling Hall, 612-624-1891 (Hours may vary during the semester).
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