Psychology & Brain Sciences 591AD - S-AdvncingDvrsty/Resrch&Prctce

This weekly seminar will be focused on increasing students? knowledge base about current psychological topics related to diversity in research and applied settings and fostering students? professional development (e.g., providing education about different career paths and graduate school) to prepare students for future careers in psychology with a strong foundation in diversity-related topics.

PSYCH 591AD is open only to students who are accepted into the Advancing Diversity in Research and Practice (ADRAP) program. ADRAP is designed to provide education and practical experiences to undergraduate students to help prepare them for future careers in psychology and for working in an increasingly diverse society. This program involves a two-semester commitment and includes the PSYCH 591 seminar (2 credits per semester) and practical experiences in the form of research assistantships or internships (PSYCH 398F, PSYCH 398B).

Pre Req: PSYCH 100 Psych 240 and 241 are recommended prerequisites. Students are expected to make a 2-semester commitment. Concurrent enrollment in Psych 398F (Fieldwork) or 398B (Research Assistaintship) for 2-3 credits per semester is required.

For more information regarding the ADRAP program and how to apply, visit the following website: http://www.psych.umass.edu/aboutus/diversity/undergraduate_programs_in_diversity/