PSY 425 - Contemporary Racism

1 course unit

This seminar is an in-depth, psychological examination of the new and more subtle types of racism present in American society. Based primarily on research from social psychology, we will explore the manifestations and consequences of contemporary racism and the challenges inherent in reducing this form of racism. We will focus predominantly on prejudice toward, and the experiences of, African-Americans. The seminar will include, among other assignments and activities, student-led discussions, primary source readings, and critical intrapersonal analysis recorded in student journals.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 - Introductory Psychology and two additional psychology courses, including either PSY 220 - Social Psychology or PSY 221 - Multicultural Psychology or permission of instructor.
Meets general academic requirement DE.