Cognitive Science explores how biological systems process information to produce thought and adaptive behavior and whether artificial systems can be endowed with the same capabilities. The scientific study of the nature of mind requires a concerted effort by investigators from many different theoretical perspectives, empirical traditions, and academic disciplines.
The Graduate Specialization in Environmental Policy provides students with foundational skills and knowledge in environmental law, economics and policy and an opportunity to gain substantive expertise in the fundamental aspects of environmental policy.
The specialization is designed to prepare practitioners to meet the challenges of service delivery for very young children and their families and is based on the philosophy that a interdisciplinary educational program is the best educational experience for professionals who will work with infants, very young children, and their families.
The Specialization in International Development is designed to develop an intellectual environment that will foster the growth of research and teaching in the area of development studies.
The Specialization in Security Management is designed to help students to understand the business and technical aspects of protecting private and government assets.