PSY 3250 - Cultural Psychology

Credits: 4

Analyzes current theories and research on culture, race and ethnicity; and explores the ways in which the individual, social relations and culture mutually constitute each other. The course analyzes the rich interconnections between language and culture, and the role of culture in the construction of self and higher-order psychological processes. Students will examine cultural groups within and outside of the United States. Also includes consideration of cultural issues in the interpretation of personal experience and the role of cultural diversity in contemporary society.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000.
Fulfills: SOSC requirement and D in LS Core. Satisfies the Social Relations requirement for Psychology majors.