General Catalog - John F. Kennedy University

School of Holistic StudiesIntegral Psychology [IPP] CoursesIPP _____________________________________________________________________5000 Introduction to Integral Psychology 0Introduces new students to the Integral Psychology master’sdegree program. This is a required no-cost, no-credit course thatincludes information for successful completion of the program.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5010 Human Development 3Explores how the development of the self is conceptualized andperceived within a variety of perspectives including Piaget, Kegan,object-relations theory, and self-psychology. These theories willbe expressed within an integral development model. Pre- orco-requisite: COR 3145.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5015 Social and Cultural Psychology 3Examines existing research on the way human beings influenceand affect each other’s behavior in group settings.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5017 Integral Theory A 3This course begins with an introduction of the five elements ofKen Wilber’s integral theory, including quadrants, levels, lines,states, and types, and examines their relevance as a frameworkfor today’s world. Topics include models of consciousnessand human development, the relationship of Self/self, and thepotential of integral psychology to deepen our understanding ofand help bring about personal psycho-spiritual development aswell as social/global change. Prerequisite: COR 3145.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5018 Integral Theory B 3Building on the foundation laid down in IPP 5017, this coursecontinues the inquiry into the nuances of integral theory. Inparticular, we will delve more deeply into Ken Wilber’s AQALtheory—studying the relationship between the domains ofsubjectivity, intersubjectivity, and objectivity. In addition, wewill explore how these three domains of reality interface at eachlevel of being in the world. Students will study the integral methodologicalpluralism (IMP) of Wilber’s more advanced writings.Prerequisite: IPP 5017.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5020 Cognitive Theory 2Explores the integral power of cognitive theory, the nature ofconditioning, and the role of mental schemas in constructingmeaning and interpreting reality.IPP 5021 Integral Applications toGlobal _____________________________________________________________________and Social Issues 2This course will explore how integral is being applied to globaland social issues. We will look at examples of how integral theoryprofoundly deepens and diversifies current approaches to suchissues. Students will learn about integral work taking place invarious countries to address poverty, the environment, post-wartrauma, leadership, good governance, community well-being, andHIV/AIDS. For their final paper, students will develop their ownintegral application to an issue of concern. Familiarity with integraltheory is recommended, although not required. Real-life applicationsof integral are an inspiration for how we can best respond totoday’s most pressing issues.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5023 Jung and Archetypal Psychology 2This course will push beyond the basics of Jungian and archetypalpsychology to discuss the uses of his key concepts as a pathfor transformation. “No one grows alone,” said Jung, and ourjourney through his thought and some of its offshoots, includingthe work of James Hillman, will reflect off the alchemical imageof the chymical wedding to discuss individuation as a practice ofconsciousness between people as well as within the self. We willalso consider Jung’s claim that alchemy, the ancient art of goldmaking,was a historical counterpart and forerunner of Jung’scomplex psychology.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5025 Somatic Psychology 2This course explores the basic concepts in the field of somaticpsychology. Through breath, movement, and the study of somaticprinciples, students examine the body/mind connection and theimportance of embodied life experiences.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5027 Integral Spirituality and Practice 2This course explores different spiritual traditions and meditativepractices within the context of an integral model.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5029 Integral Field Course 2This course provides students an opportunity to learn how toapply integral theory to real-world situations. The course isdesigned in partnership with local organizations, oriented aroundfield trips and daily activities, and involves guided reflection processes.Both in design and curriculum, this course provides a transformative,insightful, and service-oriented educational experience.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5030 Planetary Psychology 3This course focuses on the relationship between psyche andnature. Environmental psychology, ecological psychology, ecopsychology,and conservation psychology will be addressed withan integral context.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5031 Evolutionary Psychology 3Evolutionary psychology draws on evolutionary biology, paleoanthropology,genetics, and cognitive psychology to understandthe mind from an evolutionary perspective. This course exploresintrapsychic processes, cooperation, mating and sex, parentalcare, perception and language, and environmental aesthetics.These explorations will be situated within an integral frameworkand contrasted with other evolutionary approaches to psychology,consciousness, and society.IPP _____________________________________________________________________5032 Neuropsychology 3In this course, students look at the role the body and emotions playin creating the experience of self, both neurologically and psychologically.The course explores the development of neural pathwaysin the brain in response to intersubjective relationships as well asan integral approach to psychopharmacology. The relationshipbetween mystical experiences and the brain is also examined. Thecourse includes clinical research as well as experiential exercises.School ofHolistic StudiesJohn F. Kennedy UniversitySchool of Holistic Studies 141