Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

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PSYC0405A-S12

Psych Racial/Ethnic Minorities

The Psychology of Racial/Ethnic Minorities
This course will explore areas within the field of psychology that relate to the experiences of racial and ethnic groups currently living in the United States. The course is designed to examine psychological perspectives to provide a comprehensive understanding of the issues and problems confronted by members of various racial/ethnic minority groups today. We will examine issues related to stereotypes, prejudice, discrimination, identity, self-concept, cognitive development, acculturation, assessment, mental health, and public policy as they pertain to U.S. minorities. (PSYC 0105; open to junior and senior psychology majors, others by waiver) 3 hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
21587
Subject Code:
PSYC
Course Number:
0405
Section Identifier:
A

Course

PSYC 0405

All Sections in Spring 2012

Spring 2012

PSYC0405A-S12 Seminar (Velez)