Portland-State-University 2024-2025 Bulletin

Psy 428 Diversity, Prejudice and Intergroup Relations

Delves into social psychological research and theory on Prejudice, Diversity, and Intergroup Relations. From a social psychological perspective, it addresses both historical and contemporary perspectives on stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination, including implicit bias, modern racism, social identity threats, and benevolent sexism. Example topics include the impact of prejudice in policing, education, work organizations, online mediums, and health care. The course also focuses on ways to reduce prejudice and counteract bias.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Upper-division standing.
  • Up one level
  • 400