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
More than a third of all Alma students take part in at least one performance each year. The College offers majors in theatre, dance and music, but students of all majors may join in productions. The Remick Heritage Center for the Performing Arts is the region’s premiere performing arts facility.
Faculty Profile
Dr. Melvin Nyman
Departments: Mathematics
Melvin Nyman found his job at Alma simply by chance. A job posting led to a Good Friday interview in between family events.
Twenty-six years later, he is chair of the Math department and has been the mayor of the city of Alma since 2002.