COMPASS Psychology Program
Summer Immersion Program
Do you have a passion for understanding human behaviors and helping people cope with life’s routine obstacles? Studying psychology provides a solid foundation for counseling and other human services work. Explore the world of psychology with hands-on experiences at COMPASS. Students will learn from Montreat College faculty and industry experts about our brains’ functionality, psychological theories, and processes.
COMPASS 2026 will be held June 21-25, 2026.
What You’ll Experience
Topics
- Brain development
- Psychological theories
- Methods of research
- Human cognition and development
- Types of disorders and therapies
- Famous experiments
- Social psychology
- Theology + Psychology
- Industry careers
Hands-On Experience
- Building a brain
- Mindfulness and physiological psychology
- Create your storyline
- Take the Myers Briggs Type Indicator and discover what it means!
- Memory Practice and the Mob Mentality
- Downward arrow technique for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
A Day in the Life
*Subject to Change
- 8:00-9:00 a.m.: Breakfast
- 9:00 a.m.: Build a Brain: How our childhood experiences impact us today!
- 10:15-10:30 a.m.: Break
- 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Theories of development: What do you think?
- 12:00-1:00 p.m.: Lunch
- 1:00-2:30 p.m.: Time for a story…yours! Narrative Therapy and your storyline.
- 2:30-5:30 p.m.: Free Time
- 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Dinner
- 6:30-10:00 p.m.: Evening Activity
- 11:00 p.m.: Lights Out
Program
Facilitators
Dr. Mark Hunter, Associate Professor of Psychology
Psychology Students
Where You'll Be
Montreat College is part of the Asheville area’s vibrant cultural life. Explore the countless outdoor activities that make Western NC an international destination for adventure seekers.
Visit Montreat
To get a true feel for Montreat College, you have to see the smiles and feel the energy of campus yourself! Find the option that works best for you to experience our friendly campus and surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains in person.
Where You'll Stay
COMPASS attendees will stay in either Anderson Residence Hall or Howerton Residence Hall. Most rooms include two twin beds, two dressers, two desks, two chairs, two closets, one or two bookcases, and a private or shared restroom.
CampusWhere You'll Eat
COMPASS attendees will dine in Howerton Dining Hall, which features multiple dining options to accommodate individuals with dietary preferences and allergies.
