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Vivian Paulun

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PSY406 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 4/5
First unit was tough, but the class got easier over time. Prof offered feedback surveys every week, then tailored lectures accordingly. Truly wants students to succeed. Super interesting, NO homework, only read textbook if you need extra help. Grade is mostly attendance and tests, but they're all MCQ. Up to 10% extra credit!
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Classes with Vivian Paulun

PSYCH 601

Current Topics in Psychology

3 credits

Advanced undergraduate special topics in psychology that allow students to evaluate research findings and explore key concepts in rotating areas of study.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Chelsea AndrewsGary Lupyan+8 more

historical GPA · grades

Fall 2022–Spring 2026

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Spring 2027PSYCH 601Current Topics in Psychology
Fall 2026PSYCH 621Mentored Research and Seminar

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