PSYC 153: Psych of Poverty
University of California, Santa Cruz
Examines how social class shapes attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. Emphasis is placed on structural barriers and their impact on the well-being of low-income groups. Strategies for reducing classist discrimination, improving interclass relations, and strengthening social policy are discussed.
Average GPA: 3.17
Grade distribution records: 290 students across 2 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 11 | 3.8% |
| A | 38 | 13.1% |
| A- | 44 | 15.2% |
| B+ | 50 | 17.2% |
| B | 57 | 19.7% |
| B- | 27 | 9.3% |
| C+ | 9 | 3.1% |
| C | 12 | 4.1% |
| C- | 2 | 0.7% |
| D+ | 1 | 0.3% |
| D | 1 | 0.3% |
| D- | 1 | 0.3% |
| F | 5 | 1.7% |
| P | 25 | 8.6% |
| NP | 5 | 1.7% |
| W | 2 | 0.7% |
Based on 290 student grade records across 2 terms and 1 professor.
Instructors
- Heather E Bullock 290 students, Average GPA 3.17