William S. Davidson II, Program Director (Free-standing Community)
(517) 353-5015 phone
davidso7@msu.edu e-mail
(517) 432-2945 fax

For application materials contact:
Sheila Balmer
(517) 353-5015 phone
travers@PILOT.MSU.EDU e-mail
(517) 432-2476 fax

The ecological-community psychology program brings humanitarian and scientific thought to bear upon the solution of critical human problems. Broad theoretical foci include systems theory, empowerment processes, stress and coping processes, social support processes, institutional theory, labeling theory, referent power processes, and organizational functioning. Specific topics of faculty and student research include human problems such as child abuse, teenage parenting, mental illness and mental retardation, crime and delinquency, adolescent adjustment, unemployment, domestic violence, homeless, political refugees, low-income family functioning, sexual harassment and rape, worksite wellness, and HIV/AIDS prevention and care. The intent of the graduate program is to produce scholars who are skilled in developing effective community intervention strategies and in conducting quality experimental and survey research projects in field settings.