Blog #4: Interview Preparation

Interview:

1. Who do you plan to interview? Why?

I plan on interviewing Dr. David Horner who works at CalPoly Pomona. Horner is the Chair of the psychology and Sociology department at the university and can provide me with information of what to pursue to better my understanding of social psychology. 

2. Required questions:

• How did you become interested in psychology? How did that lead you to an interest in social psychology?
• Given that you have a background in studying social psychology, in your opinion, what is the most interesting case study that you've studied and why?
• How do the other branches of psychology play a role in social psychology?
• What advice can you give on deciding what approach to go about achieving a full understanding of social psychology?
• Will you please tell me more about your experiences working in psychology?

    Additional Questions:

• Is there anyone else in this profession that you recommend I talk to?
• What advice can you give someone planning to pursue a career in social psychology?
• Are there any articles or books you could recommend for me to have a better understanding on the subject?
• Why do you believe that the study of psychology is important?