Racism and Prejudice
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Overview
Subject area
PSY
Catalog Number
34700
Course Title
Racism and Prejudice
Department(s)
Description
The social psychology of prejudice and a particular form of prejudice-racism. The course activities are designed to help students understand how this behavior has been researched by behavioral scientists and has changed over time. The course will also explore how individuals and institutions perpetuate racism and prejudice across generations. Course content will also offer an introduction to definitions and origins of prejudice. Students will also learn about the origin and nature of stereotypes. Course readings and assignments will help students understand individual, cultural and institutional racism and learn about efforts to prevent prejudice and racism.
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FUS - Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
035978