College Seminar (101-7-3)

Topic

Black Minds: Psychology's Construction and Constri

Instructors

Almaz Mesghina

Meeting Info

Annenberg Hall G28: Mon, Wed 3:30PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

Race is something that is constructed and something that constricts us. The field of psychology is responsible for both, but also has solutions for both. This class considers blackness and psychology from three perspectives: 1) How psychology has helped create the notion of race, 2) How psychology has treated black bodies historically, and 3) How these show up in the modern, everyday interactions we have. Through course readings, discussions, and written assignments, we will develop and apply an understanding of how psychology makes blackness, and the psychological implications of a race-aware society. We'll also learn how to read, critique, and write psychological research. Course readings will include journal articles and select chapters from popular press books. There is no required textbook.

Registration Requirements

Reserved for Freshmen and Sophomores

Class Attributes

WCAS College Seminar
Attendance at 1st class mandatory