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PSYC 159RAchievement Disparities: A Social Psychological Perspective

5 creditsUndergraduateStudent Option

In this interactive seminar, we draw on research and theories in social and cultural psychology to examine persisting disparities in education and achievement for varying social groups (e.g., race/ethnicity, gender, social class) and to identify intervention strategies for reducing these disparities. Satisfies the senior seminar requirement. Satisfies the senior comprehensive requirement.

Prerequisites

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

Spring 2026Open Spring 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Seminar
Mon Wed 5:20pm–6:55pm
J Baskin Engr 372K. A. KennerClosed 27/0

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Kylie Kenner4.3 / 52.2 / 585%27

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