PSYC 159IPsychology of Immigration
Provides an overview of the social and cultural psychological study of immigrants in the United States. Examines the migration/immigration process; immigrants' social identities; schooling of immigrant youth; and impact of policy on the well-being of immigrants. Satisfies the senior seminar requirement. Satisfies the senior comprehensive requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100, and satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements. Enrollment is restricted to senior psychology and cognitive science majors.
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When it runs
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Mon Wed 5:20pm–6:55pm | Soc Sci 1 161 | S. Casanova | Closed 30/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saskias Casanova | 4.7 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 100% | 7 |
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