Microaggressions: An Existential, Humanistic, and Transpersonal Perspective   [Archived Catalog]
2017-2018 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Summer Addendum
   

EHTP 3525 - Microaggressions: An Existential, Humanistic, and Transpersonal Perspective


One of the most difficult feelings to rid oneself of is the emotional turmoil associated with being denigrated by a person or group in a position of power. Feelings of anger and confusion are often followed with those of inferiority. The internal struggle is exacerbated when it seems obvious that the perpetrator had no ill-intent in conveying the denigrating message. Society is replete with these microaggressions that more often than not go unnoticed yet have a lasting impact on the recipient. This course will define and explore common microaggressions, how they are manifested, and how to respond. Particular attention is given to existential, humanistic, and transpersonal perspectives on microaggressions as well as ways even these perspectives may, at times, also inadvertently perpetuate microaggressions. 3 credit(s)