Advanced Seminar: Psychology of Prejudice

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This course explores current psychological theory and research regarding stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination. We will discuss stereotype formation and activation, current and past conceptualizations of prejudice, interpersonal and institutional discrimination, as well as strategies for reducing the expression of prejudice. Throughout the course, we will consider the experiences of several marginalized groups including, but not limited to, prejudice based on gender, race, sexual orientation, age, disability, and socio-economic status. The general framework for the class will be social psychological, given that many of the central topics in social psychology are applicable to the study of prejudice; however, other psychological perspectives will also be touched upon (cognition, development, health, etc.) and interdisciplinary discussions are encouraged. Satisfies Psychology major requirement. Satisfies the Justice, Equality, and Community requirement. Prerequisites & Notes Permission of the instructor.