Jennifer Pastor
Assistant Professor
Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice
EMAIL: jpastor@bmcc.cuny.edu
Office: S-633C
Office Hours:
Phone: +1 (212) 220-1223
Expertise
Social Justice Issues, Cultural Diversity
Degrees
- B.A. Herbert H. Lehman College of CUNY, Psychology,1989
- M.A. Hunter College of CUNY, Psychology,1994
- Ph.D. Graduate Center of the City University of New York, Social-Personality Psychology ,2006
Courses Taught
- The course introduces students to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Students will learn about current perspectives, historical roots and scientific methods in psychology. Topics within major areas of psychology may include biopsychology, human development, learning, cognition, social processes, personality and psychological disorders.
- The course introduces students to major theories and scientific findings in social psychology emphasizing personal and situational behavior. Research and application in the areas of social thinking, social influence and social relations are discussed. Topics include, but are not limited to, attitudes and beliefs, conformity, prejudice, group behavior and leadership, communication and persuasion. Prerequisite: PSY 100
- This course explores cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes across the lifespan. Attention is given to how biological sociocultural factors shape the individual. Prerequisite: PSY 100
- This course explores biological, cognitive, and emotional growth from conception through adolescence. Attention is paid to the interplay of individual and sociocultural factors that influence the course of psychological development. Prerequisite: PSY 100
