Welcome to the Department of Psychology
The Department of Psychology offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology, Addiction Studies, and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology. Additionally, we are the first university in the state of Louisiana to offer an online Bachelor of Science degree in psychology. Also available to the students, within the degree program requirements, are concentrations in substance abuse counseling and prevention specialist that meet the academic requirements towards certification by the Louisiana State Board.
The Master of Science program in Clinical Psychology is a masters program that is accredited by the Master’s in Psychology Accreditation Council. All of the programs strive to provide students quality educational experiences enriched with technology and diversity. Outstanding faculty are dedicated to assisting the students through instruction, supervision, and advisement in developing professionally and reaching their educational goals. In addition, the quality of the education is enhanced by faculty who supplement texts with real world experiences and applied research.
The Department of Psychology is located on the third floor of Bienvenu Hall. We invite you to visit us or contact us for more information at (318) 357-6594 or psychology@nsula.edu.
Sincerely,
Susan Thorson-Barnett, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Psychology
Departmental Announcements
Students with 30 or more credit hours who have a cumulative grade point average below 2.25 MUST meet with their academic advisor (in person or via telephone or email) before they can register for classes for fall 2010. The deadline for meeting with advisors to insure timely removal of holds prior to the beginning of internet registration is March 17, 2010. Early Registration by Internet for the fall 2010 semester begins March 22, 2010 – August 15, 2010. Please refer to the Registrar’s Office Web page at http://registrar.nsula.edu/assets/Registration-Information/reg-info-2010-fall.pdf for more information regarding early registration.
Graduate Program Applications Available
Applications are currently being accepted for the Master of Science in Clinical Psychology program. Please visit the NSU Graduate School webpage for an application, http://graduateschool.nsula.edu/. For more information regarding the program, please contact Dr. Kathryn Kelly at 318-357-6594 or kellyk@nsula.edu.
Psychology Department Runners
The Psychology Department recognizes their runners and support crew! Pictured (from left to right) are Dr. Patrice Moulton, Mr. Jody Biscoe, Dr. Susan Thorson-Barnett, Ms. Marlinda Pruden (Clinical Psychology Graduate Student), and Ms. Jennifer Duhon (Undergraduate Psychology & Addiction Studies major) upon their return from the San Antonio Rock and Roll Marathon. Way to go students and faculty!!!
Textbook Orders
The NSU Bookstore is now offering a new and convenient way for students to get their books! Please click on the link below to take advantage of their online process.
Textbook Reservation Information