Cognitive Science is an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the mind. Its constituent fields are Computer Science, Psychology, Philosophy, Neuroscience and Linguistics. The Cognitive Science Group consists of faculty representatives from the constituent disciplines. Students pursuing work in this area will find Alma's program appropriate preparation for specialization in either interdisciplinary study or a constituent field.
Cognitive Science
Mentoring is a positive activity at Alma College. The ACCESS Mentoring Program provides a helpful service to first- and second-year students who request assistance in their transition to life at Alma. The program supports academic, career and social growth through the development of positive mentor relations with Alma College students, staff, alumni and community members.
Faculty Profile
Dr. Robyn Anderson
Departments: Integrative Physiology & Health Science
Robyn Anderson grew up surrounded by athletics. Her father was a physical education teacher and owned a gymnastics club.
“Teaching and coaching was part of my life from the beginning as the entire family became involved with the business in one capacity or another,” the professor of exercise and health science says. “I love to teach, coach and learn, so these areas became my passion.”