Gerontology
In addition to meeting the requirements for the first major, the following Gerontology requirements must be completed.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ID 705 | Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Environments for Aging | 3 |
| HDFS 723 | Foundations in Integrative Aging Studies | 3 |
| or HDFS 725 | Socioemotional and Cognitive Well-being throughout Adulthood | |
| HDFS 760 | Aging Policy and Advocacy | 3 |
| EDUC 851 | Adult Learning | 3 |
| or EDUC 853 | Instructional Methods for Adult Learners | |
| PSYC 671 | The Psychology Of Aging | 3 |
| or SOC 640 | Sociology Of Aging | |
| or SOC 641 | Death and Dying | |
Other Requirements:
- Dissertation on a Gerontology-related topic.
- Committee chair from the home department.
- At least two committee members from the approved Gerontology faculty list, one who must be from the home program area.
Susan Ray-Degges, Ph.D., Program Coordinator
School of Design, Architecture and Art
Sherri Stastny, Ph.D.
Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science
Ryan McGrath, Ph.D.
Health, Nutrition and Exercise Science
Elizabeth Gilblom, Ph.D.
School of Education
Melissa O’Connor, Ph.D.
Human Development and Family Science
Heather Fuller, Ph.D.
Human Development and Family Science