PSY-222: Social Psychology of the Holocaust
- 3 Credit Hours
- Psychology Department
- Fall 2026
Course Description
This course takes an unflinching look into the darkest corners of human nature, explored through the social psychological lens. Using the Holocaust as a stark example, we will learn how powerful social psychological phenomena can contribute to the human capacity for brutality and cruelty. We will explore the roles of attitude formation, propaganda, prejudice, discrimination, scapegoating, aggression, bystander behavior, and more as we seek to come to terms with the events of the Holocaust and the behaviors of the individuals caught up in those events. Along the way we will learn lessons applicable to modern-day acts of human cruelty both large and small, and identify characteristics of societies that either facilitate or deter mass killings and genocides.
Register for this CoursePSY-222 Sections for Fall 2026
2 Sections Offered
PSY-222, Section 001
Scheduled Meeting Times
| Type | Location | Date(s) | Day / Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | TBA | Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 am - 10:50 am |
| Type | Lecture |
| Location | TBA |
| Date(s) | Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026 |
| Day / Time | Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 am - 10:50 am |
PSY-222, Section 002
Scheduled Meeting Times
| Type | Location | Date(s) | Day / Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | TBA | Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026 | Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 am - 10:45 am |
| Type | Lecture |
| Location | TBA |
| Date(s) | Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026 |
| Day / Time | Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 am - 10:45 am |