3 CREDITS | FULFILLS R&E
This introductory course will examine the history of various social identity groups in the United States including identities based on race/ethnicity, gender, religion, socio‐economic class, sexual orientation, and ability status. This course will also examine the theory behind how social identity groups form, and how bias develops (prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination). We will also explore how people develop an understanding of their own social identity group membership, how groups are impacted by privilege and power dynamics, and how to develop advocacy for groups to which one does not belong. Students can expect to participate in class through individual and group projects as well as a class discussion. While there will be some lecture, this course is primarily interactive and activity-based.
The course fulfills LSA's Race & Ethnicity requirements, and is required to fulfill the minor in intergroup relations education.
Modality
In person
Spring 2026
Section 102
- Intended audience: For any undergraduate student enrolled at The University of Michigan.
- Class format: This course will be offered in person where students are engaging in class discussions and activities. Students will be expected to attend class during the scheduled meeting times. Accommodations will be made for students with excused absences.
Summer 2026
Section 201
- Intended audience: For any undergraduate student enrolled at The University of Michigan.
- Class format: This course will be offered in person where students are engaging in class discussions and activities. Students will be expected to attend class during the scheduled meeting times. Accommodations will be made for students with excused absences.
Fall 2026
Sections 002 and 004
- Intended audience: Only open for first-years, second-years, and transfer students.
- Class format: Students will be engaging in class discussions and activities and will be expected to attend class during the scheduled meeting times. Accommodations will be made for students with excused absences.
Students will be engaging in class discussions and activities and will be expected to attend class during the scheduled meeting times. Accommodations will be made for students with excused absences. - Submit this form to request permission for *Section 002, 004 or 006 ONLY* ALA 220/ Psych 213/ SOC 218
Sections 001, 003, 005
- Intended audience: For students who can attend during the scheduled class time to participate in class discussions and activities.
- Class format: Students will be engaging in class discussions and activities and will be expected to attend class during the scheduled meeting times. Accommodations will be made for students with excused absences.
Section 006
- Intended audience: Only open for first-year students.
- Class format: Students will be engaging in class discussions and activities and will be expected to attend class during the scheduled meeting times. Accommodations will be made for students with excused absences.
Questions?
Please email any questions about the course or the application process to [email protected]