Human Development
Available as a concentration
Human Development shows students the broader life-span perspective and allows them to focus on the stages (e.g., childhood, adolescence, adulthood) and the topics most applicable to their personal or professional goals.
Curriculum & Courses
Sample Course Offerings
PSYC 221: Developmental Psychology
PSYC 321: Child Development
PSYC 323: Adult Development and Aging
Learn by Doing
Students have conducted recent internships in a variety of organizations.
Careers & Outcomes
Teaching passion drives student’s Fulbright work in Spain
Kristen Wicander '17 was awarded a Fulbright Student Award as an English Teaching Assistant (ETA) in La Rioja, Spain. There, she taught children ages 6-12 about social studies, science, and American culture. "I absolutely love working with children, so I really can't wait to be working with spanish children," Wicander said. She was also very active in the Spanish community and took classes in order to fully immerse herself in the culture. "My professors have always encouraged me to push myself and jump in head-first to every possible opportunity," Wicander said.
Our students go on to excellent grad schools.
Faculty
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Support a good cause and join Toy Like Me at Roanoke College for its annual 3-on-3 wheelchair basketball tournament!
- Date:
- March 21, 2026
- Time:
- 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Location:
Bast Gym
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This interactive workshop, the first of a two-part event, is intended to train researchers to better communicate their work with people outside of their field. Folks from all programs are encouraged to attend!
- Date:
- March 27, 2026
- Time:
- 4 - 6 p.m.
- Location:
Antrim Chapel
