(Summer CRN 23026) This course provides an overview of psychological research and practice as it pertains to the lives and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ individuals and communities. Topics include: historical treatment of LGBTQ+ individuals within the field of psychology, LGBTQ+-inclusive research methods within Psychology, identity development and coming out, LGBTQ+ relationships, families and parenting, transgender and nonbinary identities, conversion therapy and other controversies in the field, prejudice, stigma and discrimination, minority stress theory, and LGBTQ+ health. Three credits.
Prerequisites
6 credits of PSYC at the 200 level or permission of instructor
Dates, Times, and Instructor
Summer 2025: June 23 - August 21, 2025
Current StFX Students
Please see detailed instructions on the Registrar’s Office Course Registration website.
Step 2: Follow the prompts after you complete the above step. When you get to the step that asks for your “Planned Course of Study”, select “Non-Degree” in the drop-down menu.
Step 3: Fill out a Letter of Permission (LOP) form from your Home Institution (contact your university's Registrar's Office)
Step 4: Ensure the desired course works for your degree. Consult with your Department Chair/Dean/Registrar to ensure that the credits will count toward your degree or graduation and have them sign off on your LOP.
Step 5: Send the forms to the proper Registrars:
• Email your completed LOP to the Registrar at your university as well as the university at which you will be taking the course(s).
