APSY310 Multicultural Psychology (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): APSY300   or equivalent; HHSM302  
This course examines the psychological implications of racism, sexism, homophobia and other structures of inequality and considers how sociocultural privilege and oppression influence individual and group thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.  Current and historical events are explored to promote understanding of multicultural and social justice issues in psychology.  Increased awareness of self and others is emphasized with the aim of improving cross-cultural communication and generating strategies for social change.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate a critical awareness of one’s own worldviews, values, and biases and how these cultural factors influence one’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
2. Identify several psychological implications of racism, sexism, homophobia and other structures of inequality.
3. Effectively critique psychological theories, research methods and conclusions from a multicultural/social justice perspective.
4. Demonstrate effective cross-cultural communication, i.e., listening for understanding, perspective-taking, and articulating a different point of view.
5. Apply psychological principles to address real-world cross-cultural conflicts.
6. Apply professional writing skills for different audiences and purposes, including the accurate use of APA style.