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p s y c h o l o g y

BASED TOTALLY

on G o d 's w o r d .

iblically based, the psychology depart-

merit had a unique program. It was

not only fully accredited, but it was

also founded on and structured

around the Truth. This approach

helped the students to gain knowledge of

God's Word and enabled them to take a stand

against secular psychology.

Psychology students became involved in

various practicum programs. At one of the lo­

cal hospices, Stacia Byers had the opportunity

to talk with individuals who had lost close

friends or relatives. "It is really important to

give people hope through Christ," she said.

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Giving biblical hope was the focus of the Bibli­

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cal Counseling course. ■ ' • aJ
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Although counseling is a major branch of t *

psychology, the field is not restricted to coun­

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seling. "We strive to provide a balanced pro­

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gram," explained Dr. David Richter, head of

the psychology department. Research and

counseling courses were offered to prepare

students going into any field of psychology

whether locally or on the foreign mission field.