Individual Study: East-West Psychology

Spring 2013 quarter

Faculty

Ryo Imamura counseling, psychology, Buddhist studies

Fields of Study

anthropology, communications, consciousness studies, cultural studies, education, environmental studies, field studies, health, history, international studies, music, philosophy, psychology, religious studies, sociology, somatic studies and sustainability studies

Preparatory for studies or careers in

personality theory, abnormal psychology, Jungian psychology, ethics in psychotherapy, cross-cultural counseling, gerontology, Buddhist studies, Asian psychology, socially engaged Buddhism, Chinese spiritual paths, social work, education, transpersonal psychology, and studies in death and dying.

Description

This is an opportunity for sophomore, junior and senior students to create their own course of study and research, including internship, community service, and study abroad options. Before the beginning of spring quarter, interested students should submit an Individual Learning or Internship Contract to Ryo Imamura, which clearly states the work to be completed. Possible areas of study are Western psychology, Asian psychology, Buddhism, counseling, social work, cross-cultural studies, Asian-American studies, religious studies, nonprofit organizations, aging, death and dying, deep ecology and peace studies. Areas of study other than those listed above will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Location

Olympia

Online Learning

No Required Online Learning

Books

Greener Store

Internship Possibilities

Counseling, social work, social services, gerontology, ecology, religious communities, humanitarian work and community services.

Offered During

Day