Category: Psychology

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Criminology and Criminal Justice Psychology

Grace Beltran ’27

Grace Beltran

Cal Lutheran has a very distinct and developed criminal justice department that offers a variety of networking opportunities through clubs and required internships. The major also implements a structured curriculum that pushes and encourages students to be the very best they can be. The psychology department is built to provide you with foundational knowledge as well as routes to take based on your interests, some of them being biopsychology, child and family development, and law and criminal behavior.

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Criminology and Criminal Justice Psychology Spanish

Karla Guzman ’25

Karla Guzman

All the Spanish professors are super sweet and helpful no matter what your other majors are. Criminology and Criminal Justice is a major where you are well-supported by everyone in the department. I have met some of the best people in this major. There are also so many different areas in a psychology major that one can learn and study. It’s always something new.

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Chemistry Psychology Spanish

Mikaela Caltrider ’23

Mikaela Caltrider

The Cal Lutheran Pre-Med track provided a solid background of information that I could depend on and a great backing for entering the medical field this year. I know I will continue to use this knowledge even once I start medical school. The psychology major gave me so much context on how to treat people well. Having a background in Psychology will make me a better doctor who remains in tune with her patients.

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Psychology Sociology

Lee’el Asulin ’23

Lee'elAsulin

The psychology program set me up for success in my career through a blend of academic rigor and practical experience. Minoring in sociology significantly aided me in my studies and career path by providing a deeper understanding of society and its impact on individuals.

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Psychology Sports Management Undergraduate

Ali Gregory ’25

Alexis Gregory

I chose psychology with an emphasis in sports because I have been a competitive athlete my whole life and realized that there is a big mental side to the sports world. I also am very interested in the mind and how it works with dealing with stress and performance, so this major was the exact area for me. I chose a sports management minor to gain another part of a sports background for my sports psychology studies, and to help get my foot through the door in the sports world.

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German Psychology Undergraduate

Sierra Knopp ’24

Sierra Knopp

I chose to major in psychology because I am fascinated by how the brain processes information and how it rebounds from injury and disease. Exploring multiple topics within psychology through my classes and working with professors on research teams has allowed me to discover my passion for clinical psychology. My dad graduated from Cal Lutheran in 1989 with a German minor; my whole life he spoke highly of the program with Dr. Walter Stewart. My minor has been helpful, especially when studying the history of psychology and the founding German psychologists. I am currently working as a German department assistant and am excited to help tutor students as they learn the language.

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Psychology Religion Undergraduate

Maia Sable ’24

Maia Sable

Psychology offers a very broad educational experience where you can find many specific avenues of interest. Taking Adult Development and Aging (PSYC 305) helped me narrow down my future career. I chose a religion minor because I love how religion can be applied to numerous settings and how it can open doors for people to meet and learn from one another. Religion can be interpreted in many different ways and therefore offer much to us in everyday and scholarly discussions.

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Psychology Undergraduate

Yanely Lara ’24

Yanely Lara

This major has a range of career options and will help with personal growth. I am interested in working within the juvenile justice system to make a positive impact on young lives and help them navigate their challenges. I have identified this path by taking courses such as Child and Adolescent Development (PSYC 304), volunteering my time at local schools and joining ride-alongs with the local sheriff’s department.

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Psychology Undergraduate

Grace Schifrin ’24

Grace Schifrin

I think a psychology degree can get you very far in life because there are a lot of different routes you can go down with it. Making connections and talking to people has been the biggest help with identifying my path! My future plans are to pursue my graduate degree in licensed social work (LCSW) and begin practicing in a clinical aspect.

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Psychology Undergraduate

Jordyn Todd ’24

Jordyn Todd

I recommend the psychology major because what you learn becomes applicable to your own life, and you get to earn a college degree while learning more about human nature and how to work better with people.