PSYC 275 - Psychology of Power and Privilege

4 Hour(s) Credit
Social power structures can impact life and death, physical and psychological health. Power and privilege exist based on many forms of oppression related to race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, body size, religion, belief systems, nationality, citizenship status, professional roles and many more. Examine power structures that impact institutions and interpersonal relations and the causes and consequences of these power structures through the lens of social psychological theory and research. Explore ways of challenging and dismantling systems of power and privilege.
Three hours per week with enhancement
Meets General Education: Diversity and Inclusion (DI)
Prerequisites PSYC 101