PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM REVIEW SELF-STUDY 2014-2015 1 Program Review Handbook & Self-Study Template This page intentionally left blank PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM REVIEW SELF-STUDY FALL 2014 1.1 Introduction. There were five courses in Psychology offered at Solano Community College in 1971. Since then faculty have developed six additional courses and have 2 majors within the discipline. Many of the new courses were a result of expanded directions for an AA Degree and, more recently, AA-T degree which most community colleges have instituted. In the early years, we had 3 full-time faculty while in the past 7 years we have had 5 faculty members to meet the demands of both the Psychology and Human Services programs. The Psychology program has maintained a high standard of teaching and rigorous course offerings despite several administrative reorganizations over the past several years. Psychology is currently housed in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Our discipline still remains as one of the top 4 majors for graduation at SCC and nationwide. The introduction of several new courses including online offerings, collaboration with Human Services, implementation of Smart Classrooms and online resources has helped in our expansion, while the building of two additional campus sites has presented a challenge for our program. We have made efforts to offer a variety of courses at both centers; however, enrollment rates (primarily in Vallejo) continue to be problematic. Funding for technology, instructional equipment and supplies, readers, faculty support and development has not kept up with student and faculty needs. Providing and obtaining postsecondary education has become more challenging for students and faculty. We believe that this is due to changes in higher education, vacillations in the economy, desire to meet the various needs of underserved and other populations (such as veterans and foster youth), changing workforce needs and funding for education (including grants and financial aid). The results of our recent psychology student survey confirm a need for our department to continue to offer a variety of psychology courses that are articulated for transfer, recommended or required for other majors, and for personal growth. The psychology program at Solano College offers eleven different courses on a regular basis (each semester or at least once a year) that are part of the academic major and Associate Degree in Psychology and/or transfer requirements. Its emphasis is on providing rigorous academic instruction in basic psychological concepts, theories, terminology, and research methods, and promoting life skills, personal growth, and interpersonal effectiveness. Solano students can complete an Associate Degree with a Major in Psychology in different ways depending on their educational goal: Associate in Arts Degree The Associate in Arts Degree can be obtained by completing a total of 60 units, including the 18-unit major, general education requirements and electives. The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer degree (ADT/AA-T) is designed especially for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at a CSU campus (guaranteed admission to the CSU system). This degree also prepares students for psychology degree programs at other four-year institutions (without guarantees). 1 Program Review Handbook & Self-Study Template Program Outcomes Students who complete an Associate Degree for Transfer will be able to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of psychology as a science, in regard to major theories, methods and applications. 2. Successfully complete the required psychology (major) program Courses (each 3 units) PSYC 001 Introduction to Psychology PSYC 002 Biological Psychology PSYC 004 Research Methods in Behavioral Science PSYC 005 Abnormal Psychology PSYC 006 Developmental Psychology PSYC 007 Cross-Cultural Psychology PSYC 010 Psychology of Women PSYC 020 Personal and Social Behavior PSYC 030 Introduction to Social Psychology PSYC 034 Human Sexual Behavior PSYC 040 Drugs, Society & Behavior PSYC 049 Psychology Honors (1-3 units) Psychology Faculty Full-Time Bolz, Sabine, Dipl.-Psych., LMFT Carl von Ossietzky Universitaet Oldenburg: Graduate Degree Clinical Psychology University Giessen, Germany: Undergraduate Degree Psychology Licensure Clinical Psychologist/ Psychotherapy Licensure Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) General Psychology; Gender and Sexuality Studies; Clinical/Abnormal Psychology; Social Work and Human Services Cabrera, Saki, PhD At Solano Community College, Dr. Saki Cabrera serves students and the community as a full-time professor in the departments of Psychology and Human Services. She also coordinates the Human Services program at SCC and works as CEO of SC Associates: Strengthening Communities, an evaluation and applied social psychology consulting firm. Dr. Cabrera is a first generation bi-cultural and bi-lingual Puerto Rican who grew up in Bronx, New York. After graduating summa cum laude at Iona College with a bachelor of arts, with a double major in psychology and humanistic communications, she completed her M.A. and doctoral degree at Claremont Graduate University in psychology with an emphasis on applied social psychology and evaluation. Saki decided to give back to traditionally underrepresented populations by offering ways of connecting different views together— always blending theory with practice. She is a NIH and Kellogg scholar, is published, has successfully led various federally funded, international and local research projects, and has developed, implemented and evaluated community programs focused on diverse aspects related to health, education, and vocation. She serves on several boards, directs an after school tutoring program, mentors community members, and couldn’t imagine life without familia! 2 Program Review Handbook & Self-Study Template DaPrato, Robert, MA M.A. Degree, San Francisco State University, June 1971 Major: Psychology B.A. Degree, San Francisco State University, January 1970 Majors (dual): Sociology and Psychology Post Graduate Education: Social Psychology, Environmental Psychology, Human Sexuality Personal and Social Behavior, Gerontology Gotch, Mary, MA M.A. Degree, San Francisco State University B.A. Psychology, Michigan State University Biological Psychology, Research Methods, Drugs and Behavior, Psychopathology Jaimez, LaNae, PhD PhD, University of Texas at Austin B.S. Psychology, University of Oklahoma California Licensed Psychologist (PSY16481) Biological Psychology, Research Methods, Developmental Psychology, Adolescent Female Development, Social Psychology, Psychopathology, Substance Use Disorders and Treatment Adjunct Faculty Lindsay, Andriea, MA M.A., Social Science, California State University, Chico M.A., Psychology, California State University, Chico B.A., Sociology, California State University, Chico Born, raised and educated in California, Andriea has spent two years as a social worker and 8 years as an instructor in psychology. She is an avid world traveler and incorporates this into her classroom. Procsal, Amanda, MS B.A., Psychology, California State University, Sacramento M.S., Psychology, Northern Arizona University Introduction to Psychology and Research Methods Classified Staff The Psychology Department has experienced an inordinate turn-over in leadership over the past twenty years. Within the past seven years there have been six (6) different Deans assigned to Psychology, and we are currently in search for the seventh Dean. Similarly, due to repeated re-organizations of divisions on campus, Psychology has been housed within the different divisions/schools of Social Sciences, Fine & Applied Arts/Behavioral Sciences, Sciences and Mathematics and Social & Behavioral Sciences. At present, Psychology is part of the School of Social & Behavioral Sciences with a temporary Dean, and one fulltime Administrative Assistant. The trend in turnover has also occurred with Administrative Assistants. The psychology department has not had consistent leadership and support at the administrative level. 3 Program Review Handbook & Self-Study Template 1.2 Relationship to College Mission and Strategic Goals. “Solano Community College educates an ethnically and academically diverse student population drawn from our local communities and beyond. We are committed to help our students to achieve their educational, professional and personal goals centered on thoughtful curricula in basic skills education, workforce development and training, and transfer level education. The College accomplishes this three-fold mission through its dedicated teaching, innovative programs, broad curricula, and services that are responsive to the complex needs of all students.” The Psychology department’s mission closely aligns with that of the college. We educate an ethnically and academically diverse population of students drawn from local communities and beyond. Our diverse, experienced and knowledgeable faculty are committed to helping students achieve their educational, professional, and personal goals via a rigorous curriculum. The program provides workforce development and transfer-level education. Faculty are committed to aligning SCC’s psychology curriculum with the American Psychological Association’s guidelines and standards. Psychology faculty strive to fulfill the College’s three fold mission through dedicated teaching, innovative courses, broad and contemporary curriculum and applied opportunities. http://www.solano.edu/about_scc/mission.php 4 Program Review