PSY 471 Wealth and Democracy

This course examines current concepts of personal wealth in the United States. Some of the many conflicting ideas about wealth are explored, including: what it is, how we get it, how we scorn it, how we love it, how we steal it, how we fear it, and what money buys (and doesn’t buy). Students will be required to do research, examine assigned materials, and write essays on a specified theme each week. Assignments will include three to four novels, three to four videos, and some newspaper/magazine articles.