Orientation to Psychology (PSY 195-009)

UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY, SPRING 2025

1 Credit Hour

MEETING TIMES: Fridays 11:00 am – 11:50 am

LOCATION: Don and Cathy Jacobs Science Bldg Rm.283

INSTRUCTOR: DR. ANDREA FRIEDRICH

OFFICE: 209 Kastle Hall
OFFICE PHONE: (859)257-6431
EMAIL: Andrea.Friedrich@uky.edu
OFFICE HOURS: Wednesdays, 11:00 – 11:50 am
PREFERRED METHOD OF CONTACT: Email

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Description: An orientation to educational issues and career planning for students who have declared

psychology as a major. Topics include career paths and opportunities, professional resources and issues, and
educational planning.

Prerequisites: Declared major in Psychology, or consent of instructor.

Student Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, you should:

- become knowledgeable about tools that can be used to explore career options within the field of
psychology.
- be able to identify your interests and professional goals and use them as a guide when planning
your coursework and other educational experiences.
- develop a plan for your course of study in psychology.
- be able to identify career paths open to psychology majors and the ways in which the study of the
discipline prepares you for a career.
- become knowledgeable about campus resources that can be used to enhance educational
experience and better prepare students for the job market.

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 REQUIRED MATERIALS It is highly recommended that students complete online
assignments early. Since assignments will be submitted
Course readings and other materials (e.g., videos) will be posted electronically and students will have since the beginning of the
on Canvas semester to complete them, make ups will only be offered in
exceptional cases (e.g., documented extended illness).
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Late online assignments will not be accepted. Students need to
To pass the course, students are expected to complete 2 report any technical issues in completing a homework assignment
requirements. Failure to meet any of the 2 requirements will 24 hours before its due date. Technical problems (e.g., Canvas
result in an “F” final grade. errors, internet problems, etc.) will not be accepted as excuses for
turning assignments in late. Instructions on how to complete each
Requirements: assignment will be posted on Canvas.
1. Class Attendance;
2. Online Assignments

Class Attendance: This course consists of 12 meetings.

SUBMISSION OF ASSIGNMENTS
Attendance is highly encouraged in all meetings. However, to pass All assignments should be submitted through Canvas. No
the course a student cannot have more than 2 unexcused other form of submissions (including email) will be accepted. When
absences. Students who have more than 2 unexcused absences required to submit files as part of an assignment, only
will receive a “F” final grade, independently of whether the .doc, .docx, .pdf., .rtf or other previously approved files will be
student completed requirement # 2 or not. Attendance will be accepted. Students are responsible for checking that an assignment
checked by calling the roll 5 minutes after the beginning of class. was properly submitted on Canvas.
Coming to class after attendance is checked will result in an
“absence” for that given class period. In case the student has a
COURSE GRADING
reasonable excuse for being late, they should contact the
instructor when the class is dismissed. Leaving the class early
without the instructor’s permission will also result in an “absence” Student had less than 2 unexcused
Class absences and less than 2 excused
for that given class period. Satisfactory
Attendance absences
Students who have more than 2 excused absences in the course
are encouraged to petition for a “W” grade in the course, as Online Students completed (score 8 out 10)
at least 10 online assignments Satisfactory
students are required to attend at least 80% of the class meetings Assignments
in order to pass the course. TOTAL “Pass”
Online Assignments: Students will be assigned several online
activities in the beginning of the semester. To pass the course, Students who do not complete one or both course requirements
students need to complete at least 10 online assignments. To be will receive a “F” final grade.
considered complete, a student must receive a minimum of 8 out
Midterm grades will be posted in myUK by the deadline established
of 10 points in the assignment.
in the Academic Calendar and published at
www.uky.edu/registrar/content/academic-calendar .
COURSE ASSIGNMENTS
Online assignments will be posted on Canvas in the beginning of EXCUSED ABSENCES
the semester and each will be due on Canvas on a different Students need to notify the professor of absences prior to class
Friday at 5:00 pm (see course schedule for due dates). To be when possible. The following reasons are accepted for excused
considered “complete” the assignment should have a grade of absences: (a) serious illness, (b) illness or death of immediate family
at least 8 out of 10 points, but students can redo automatically member, (c) University-related trips, (d) major religious holidays, (e)
graded assignments several times before their due date to interviews for full-time job opportunities after graduation and
improve their scores (only the highest score will be recorded). interviews for graduate or professional school, and (f) other
circumstances found to fit “reasonable cause for nonattendance” by
the professor.

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 Students anticipating an absence for a major religious OTHER POLICIES
holiday are responsible for notifying the instructor in writing of
anticipated absences due to their observance of such holidays no E-mail: Students may receive important information via-email or
later than the last day in the semester to add a class. Canvas. Emails will be sent through Canvas so make sure the email
Students are encouraged to withdraw from the class you use is listed on Canvas. Check your e- mail on a daily basis while
if more than 20% of the classes scheduled for the semester are classes are in session.
missed (excused). Maximum timeframe for responding to student communications:
Students missing any graded work due to an excused Students should expect a response from the instructor within 24
absence are responsible: for informing the Instructor of Record hours of submitting communication on weekdays (i.e., Monday-
about their excused absence within one week following the Friday).
period of the excused absence (except where prior notification
Returning assignments to students: Assignments grades will be
is required); and for making up the missed work. The professor
posted on Canvas.
must give the student an opportunity to make up the work and/or
the exams missed due to an excused absence, and shall do so, if A full list of UK academic policies is available at
feasible, during the semester in which the absence occurred. https://provost.uky.edu/proposals/guidance-course-
proposals/standard-academic-policy-statements
VERIFICATION OF ABSENCES Note: Course content, calendar and grading policies may be
changed at the discretion of the instructor to accommodate class
Students will be asked to verify their absences within a needs and/or special circumstances. Any changes will be
week of their return to school for them to be considered announced in class and each student is responsible for recording
excused. Documentation can be sent to the instructor by email, these changes when they occur.
or a physical copy of the excuse note can be given to the
instructor in class or during office hours. Administrative
Regulation ASA 5.2.5.2 and 5.2.5.2.1 states that faculty have ACCOMODATION DUE TO DISABILITY
the right to request “appropriate verification” when students
claim an excused absence because of significant illness, death If you have a documented disability that requires academic
in the household, trips for classes, trips sponsored by an accommodations, please see me as soon as possible during
educational unit, trips for participation related to scheduled office hours. In order to receive accommodations in this
intercollegiate athletic events, and interviews for full-time job course, you must provide me with a Letter of Accommodation from
opportunities after graduation and interviews for graduate and the Disability Resource Center (DRC). The DRC coordinates campus
professional school. Appropriate notification of absences due disability services available to students with disabilities. It is located
to University-related trips is required prior to the absence when on the corner of Rose Street and Huguelet Drive in the
feasible and in no case more than one week after the absence. Multidisciplinary Science Building, Suite 407. You can reach them via
phone at (859) 257-2754 and via email at drc@uky.edu. Their web
Tier 2 or Tier 3 documents provided by UHS can be used address is http://www.uky.edu/DisabilityResourceCenter. DRC
as appropriate verification for an excused absence for illness. accommodations are not retroactive and should therefore be
Documentation provided by the UHS will be verified for established with the DRC as early in the semester as is feasible
authenticity. Authenticity of documentation provided by other
health care providers will also be confirmed to verify excused
absences. Submitting falsified documentation will result in no ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
points for the assignment or the recording of an “unexcused
absence” and the student will not be allowed to make up for the Per University policy, students shall not plagiarize, cheat,
missed work (even if additional documentation is provided later). or falsify or misuse academic records. Students are expected to
Students’ absences may be excused at the discretion of adhere to University policy on cheating and plagiarism in all courses.
the instructor. If a student misses a lecture and they cannot The minimum penalty for a first offense is a zero on the assignment
provide the documentation described above, they should on which the offense occurred. If the offense is considered severe
contact the instructor ASAP to discuss if alternative ways in or the student has other academic offenses on their record, more
which their absences can be used to verify and excuse the serious penalties, up to suspension from the University may be
student’s absence. imposed.
All academic work, written or otherwise, submitted by
students to their instructors or other academic supervisors, is
expected to be the result of their own thought, research or self
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 question of plagiarism involving their work, they are obliged to and unofficial academic transcripts, application documents and
consult their instructors on the matter before submission. When admissions credentials and all academic record transaction
students submit work purporting to be their own, but which in documents. The minimum sanction for falsification, including the
any way borrows ideas, organization, wording or content from omission of information or attempted falsification or other misuse
another source without appropriate acknowledgment of the fact, of academic records as described in this section is suspension for
the students are guilty of plagiarism. Plagiarism includes one (1) semester.
reproducing someone else's work (including, but not limited to a
published article, a book, a website, computer code or a paper MINIMUM TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
from a friend) without clear attribution. Plagiarism also includes
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revise the work which a student submits as their own, whoever https://get.adobe.com/reader/
that other person may be, except under specific circumstances ▪ To download Windows Media Player, click this link:
(e.g. Writing Center review, peer review) allowed by the http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/player/10
Instructor of Record or that person’s designee. Plagiarism may /default.aspx
also include double submission, self plagiarism or unauthorized ▪ Students and faculty can download Microsoft Office (including
resubmission of one’s own work, as defined by the instructor. Word and PowerPoint) from this site:
Students may discuss assignments among themselves or with an https://download.uky.edu/.
instructor or tutor, except where prohibited by the Instructor of
Record (e.g. individual take-home exams). However, the actual
work must be done by the student, and the student alone, unless
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES
collaboration is allowed by the Instructor of Record (e.g. group For technical assistance, contact ITS Costumer Services 24/7
projects). When a student's assignment involves research in at (859) 218-HELP (4357) for urgent needs. For non-urgent
outside sources or information, the student must carefully matters, visit the ITS web page at https://its.uky.edu. If you
acknowledge exactly what, where and how they have employed experience any issues when using your Canvas account, please contact
them. If the words of someone else are used, the student must Canvas technical support at 1-833-564-8143. Please also inform the
put quotation marks around the passage in question and add an course instructor when you are having technical difficulties.
appropriate indication of its origin. Making simple changes while
leaving the organization, content and phraseology intact is
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which are so generally and freely circulated as to be a part of the
public domain. In accordance with federal law, UK is committed to
providing a safe learning, living, and working environment for all
Note: Any assignment you turn in may be submitted to an members of the University community. The University maintains a
electronic database to check for plagiarism. comprehensive program which protects all members from
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not limited to, the wrongfully giving, taking or presenting any harassment on aspects such as race, color, ethnic origin, national
information or material by a student with the intent of aiding origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, and sexual orientation,
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proof that the action does not constitute cheating. Any question 1972, the University prohibits discrimination and harassment on
of definition shall be referred to the UAB. the basis of sex in academics, employment, and all of its programs
Maintaining the integrity, accuracy and appropriate and activities. Sexual misconduct is a form of sexual harassment in
privacy of student academic records is an essential which one act is severe enough to create a hostile environment
administrative function of the University and a basic protection based on sex and is prohibited between members of the University
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 If the instructor or a University of Kentucky office plans any
(Institutional Equity), which is located in 13 Main Building and can
other uses for the recordings, beyond this class, students
be reached by phone at (859) 257-8927. You can also
identifiable in the recordings will be notified to request consent
visit Institutional Equity’s website (https://ieeo.uky.edu/).
prior to such use. In anticipation of such cases, students may be
asked to complete an “authorization of use” form by a faculty
member.
CLASS RECORDING NOTIFICATION
Video and audio recordings by students are not permitted
The University of Kentucky Student Code of Conduct during the class unless the student has received prior permission
defines Invasion of Privacy as using electronic or other devices from the instructor. Any sharing, distribution, and or uploading of
to make a photographic, audio, or video record of any person these recordings outside of the parameters of the class is
without their prior knowledge or consent when such a recording prohibited. Students with specific recording accommodations
is likely to cause injury or distress. approved by the Disability Resource Center should present their
Meetings of this course may be recorded. All video and official documentation to the instructor.
audio recordings of lecturers and class meetings, provided by All content for this course, including handouts, assignments,
the instructors, are for educational use by students in this class and lectures are the intellectual property of the instructors and
only. They are available only through the Canvas shell for this cannot be reproduced or sold without prior permission from the
course and are not to be copied, shared, or redistributed. instructors. A student may use the material for reasonable
As addressed in the Student Code of Conduct, students are educational and professional purposes extending beyond this class,
expected to follow appropriate university policies and maintain such as studying for a comprehensive or qualifying examination in
the security of linkblue accounts used to access recorded class a degree program, preparing for a professional or certification
materials. Recordings may not be reproduced, shared with examination, or to assist in fulfilling responsibilities at a job or
those not enrolled in the class, or uploaded to other online internship
environments.

TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE

DATE TOPIC ONLINE ASSIGNMENT DUE DATE*

Jan. 17 Introduction to the Course Syllabus Scavenger Hunt Jan. 24
Jan. 24 NO CLASS Why PSY 195? Jan. 31
Jan. 31 The Psychology Major How to Be a Successful Psychology Major Feb. 07
Feb. 07 Prepare to Succeed - Group Coaching Careers with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology Feb. 14
Feb. 14 What Should Psychology Majors Be Doing? Understanding Your GPS Audit Feb. 21
Feb. 21 Careers in Psychology BA versus BS Feb. 28
Feb. 28 Planning your Coursework Do I Really Want to Go to Graduate School? Mar. 7
Mar. 07 All About Graduate School Undergraduate Research Experience Mar. 14
Mar. 14 A Little More about Graduate/Professional Your Resume Mar. 28
Schools Writing Emails Apr. 04
Mar. 21 SPRING BREAK Can I afford Graduate School? Apr. 18
Mar. 28 Research Opportunities * All assignments are due at 5:00 pm on Canvas
Apr. 04 Resources to Enter the Job Market
Apr. 11 Possible Snow Day Makeup
Apr. 18 Money Matters
Apr. 25 Education Abroad
May 02 Reading Day – NO CLASS

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 Classroom Emergency Preparedness and Response

Nothing is more important than the safety and well-being of our campus community. While the University of Kentucky Police
Department continues to enhance campus safety measures, it’s important to remember that everyone has a responsibility in keeping our
community safe. To find more information visit Emergency Response Guide | University of Kentucky Police Department (uky.edu).

Emergency Reporting & Action

Reporting: If there is an emergency, DIAL 911. To report suspicious activity or non-emergency situations, call the UK Police Department
at 859-257-8573 or #UKPD from any mobile phone. If an emergency occurs in a classroom or residence hall with a red emergency
button, press to quickly notify UKPD. Emergency responders will immediately be dispatched to your location.
Action: During an emergency, you are responsible for your own safety. If an emergency occurs during class, your instructor will provide
further direction based on university and department emergency plans.

Warning Systems
UK Alert: The university provides emergency notifications through UK Alert, which sends messages via email, text message, phone calls,
building alarm systems, digital signage, social media and outdoor sirens. If you receive a UK Alert message during class, notify your
instructor and classmates immediately. For more information, visit https://police.uky.edu/get-notified/uk-alert.
LiveSafe: The university provides additional emergency preparedness information and safety tools through LiveSafe, a free mobile app
for iOS and Android. You can report suspicious activity, message with UK Police and virtually escort your friends through the SafeWalk
tool. For more information, visit https://police.uky.edu/safety/livesafe.
Blue Emergency Towers: Blue Emergency Notification Towers are strategically placed at over 50 locations across campus to provide
outdoor alert tones and broadcast emergency messages with loud speakers. Each tower also features an emergency push button
speaker phone that reaches UKPD and a camera mounted above the tower. For more information, visit
https://police.uky.edu/safety/blue-emergency-towers.

Medical Emergency
If there is a medical emergency, dial 911 and do not act outside the scope of your medical training. After dialing 911, inform your
instructor of the situation.

Evacuation
It is required to evacuate for a fire alarm or when university officials order us to do so. Evacuation routes are marked with illuminated
exit signs throughout the building. Avoid using elevators during any evacuation.

Emergency Sheltering
Storm Sheltering: Report to the recommended shelter locations. Recommended shelter locations are marked throughout the building. If
shelter locations are unavailable, protect yourself from lightning and flying debris by moving to an interior room or hallway on the
building's lowest level. Avoid outside doors and windows and get under a sturdy table and use your arms to protect your head and neck.
Shelter-in-Place: If a shelter-in-place order is issued, you will learn about this through UK Alert, the university’s emergency notification
system. If you are inside, stay where you are unless the building you are in is affected. If the building is affected, and the fire alarm has
been activated or directed by law enforcement, you should evacuate. If you are outdoors, proceed into the closest UK building or follow
instructions from emergency personnel or alerts. It is ideal to shelter-in-place in an interior room with the fewest or no windows and no
doors to the outside if possible. Shut all windows and close exterior doors. If a hazardous chemical release occurs outside the building,
follow these same procedures.

Active Aggressor
In a situation where an aggressor is trying to attack you or others, follow three steps:
1. Run - Attempt to get away from the attacker.
2. Hide - If you cannot run, barricade yourself in a safe place. Turn your phone to silent and dim your brightness. If possible, use the
LiveSafe App to message UK Police and alert them to your location. If you don’t have the app, dial 911. If you cannot speak, leave the
line open and allow the dispatcher to listen.
3. Fight - If you cannot run or hide, do whatever you need to do to stop the attacker. UK Police will communicate additional
information through the UK Alert system during an active aggressor situation. Every UKY email automatically receives UK Alerts. You
can also sign up in myUK to receive alerts via text and phone call.

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