PSYC 159L The Social Psychology of Collective Action

When do people decide to protest or join a movement, and what stops others from doing so? Which forms of protest are effective, and how do we define successful collective action? What is effective allyship? In what ways do repression and cultural context shape the trajectory and outcomes of social movements? This senior seminar examines the foundations of collective action from a social psychological perspective. Course engages with classic and contemporary research in social psychology, connecting these theories to real-world cases in the United States and internationally. Satisfies the senior seminar and senior comprehensive requirements.