Gerontology

College of Arts and Sciences

Phone Number: (605) 626-2601

Office: Seymour Hall 250

The Gerontology minor is an interdisciplinary course of study that encompasses all aspects of aging from biological processes to the most complex political processes. Specifically, Gerontology focuses on the study of the process of aging, and the effects that aging has on the individual and on society and vice versa. The minor helps students understand the complex biological, psychological, and social phenomenon of aging in preparation for careers in association with older adults (business, social     services, recreation, health, government, counseling, and education).

Gerontology Minor

• PSYC 329, Psychology of Adulthood and Aging (2 credits) 

• SOC 458, Social Gerontology (3 credits) 

• SOC 459, Death, Dying, and Grief Processes (3 credits) 

• Electives (select from below) (10 credits) 

  • Choose one (3 credits) 

    • HIST 356, Recent U. S. History 

    • HIST 421, The Twentieth Century I 

    • HIST 422, The Twentieth Century II 

  • HLTH 250, First Aid and CPR (2 credits) 

  • POLS 320, Public Administration (3 credits) 

  • PSYC 387, Counseling Skills (3 credits) 

  • SOC 270, Introduction to Social Work (3 credits) 

  • SS 390, Fieldwork in Community Services (3 credits) 

  Total: 18 credits

Faculty:

• Dr. Mary Warner (director)

• Dr. Jan Jirouch 

• Dr. James Seeber

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