Do you want to find meaning in your own life and help others do the same? Have you ever wondered why your little sister needs so much of your attention?  Are you interested in the differences in men and women, or how the Amish adjust to life in the modern world? Then your future is in the Department of Psychology and Sociology.

Understanding human thought, behavior and interaction are the goals of these vital social science fields. Developing your innate gifts through knowledge and skill building is the goal of the talented experts in our department. The fascinating courses will prepare you for work in the real world after graduation or for graduate school. Local and state agencies and private institutions offer our students internships that give both practical experience and essential job contacts. If you have always wanted to serve others, why not contact us, and we'll show you how.

Degree Programs

BA in Psychology
BA in Sociology
BA in Health Science and Counseling
BS in Psychology
BS in Sociology

Getting Started in Your Psychology or Sociology Internship

An internship is required for both the B.S. and B.A. in Psychology and the B.S. and B.A. in Sociology. You will enroll in internship just as you would any other class. The course designation is PSY 4050 or SOC 4050; each is a 3 credit hour course. You may choose to participate in a second 3-credit-hour internship (this is not required) which is designated as PSY 4060 or SOC 4060. Find out more about psychology and sociology internships>

Pi Gamma Mu

Information coming soon!

Meet the Faculty

	Lynne M. Moosberg Instructor of Psychology and Sociology lmoosberg@shorter.edu She earned a B.A. in English from Furman University and a M.S.S.W. from the University of Louisville (1977) with a specialization in Mental Health. Prior to coming ot Shorter full-time, Ms. Moosberg worked in a variety of clinical settings for over 20 years (inpatient, outpatient, private practice) with a variety of clients (children, adolescents and adults) and taught as an adjunct faculty member here at Shorter as well as at Berry College. Her teaching responsibilities have included introductions to psychology, sociology, and social work, lifespan development, history and systems of psychology, personality theories, cognitive and physiological psychology.
	Jill Borchert, Ph.D. Chair of the Psychology/Sociology Department Associate Professor of Psychology jborchert@shorter.edu She earned her B.S. in Anthropology from Central Washington University and a M.S. in Counseling Psychology from Western Washington University.  Dr. Borchert received her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of California, Riverside with a specialization in social-personality psychology.  Her teaching responsibilities include courses in research design and analysis, introductory statistics, personality theories, and tests and measures.  Dr. Borchert has co-authored work on body image, helping attributions, and small group behavior in Sex Roles and The Journal of Psychology.