Mia Palmer

Residential Faculty - Psychology

Psychological Science

Office: BP 43A - Room: BP A

480-461-7308

480-993-8111 (mobile)

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM9:00 AM - 10:00 AM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

If the alloted office hours do not work, I can make an appointment for another time. 

Classes Taught

Summer 2023

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17167
MC OFFSITE

Japan

Study Abroad
Lecture
05/15/2023 - 06/27/2023

Closed

Notes: This course is part of the Japan study abroad program which takes place in Japan. There are additional program fees. For information, please contact the Study Abroad Office at studyabroad@mesacc.edu.

Class 17167 This class is in person for two weeks in Japan (6/4-6/19) and online (6/20- 6/26)

Fall 2023

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18264
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Open

13 of 20
Seats Available

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18272
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWe
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Open

10 of 20
Seats Available

18273
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Open

9 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Class 18273 Students may contact instructor at mia.palmer@mesacc.edu

PSY230 Introduction to Statistics 3 Credits

An introduction to basic concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics, with emphasis upon application to psychology. Consideration given to the methods of data collection, sampling techniques, graphing of data, and the statistical evaluation of data collected through experimentation. Required of psychology majors.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: Students must take PSY231 (statistics lab) from the same instructor.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18260
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Closed

PSY231 Laboratory for Statistics 1 Credits

Applications of inferential and descriptive statistics to statistical software in the field of psychology.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: PSY230.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18262

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18262 Students may contact instructor at mia.palmer@mesacc.edu

18612

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

1 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18612:@ Students may contact instructor at mia.palmer@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2023

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18989

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

22 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18989 Students may contact instructor at: mia.palmer@mesacc.edu

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