Mentor/s
Alicja Stannard Brent Little
Participation Type
Paper Talk
Abstract
This paper specifically analyzes the reasons for the resurgence of contemporary anti-Semitism. To set the framework for the paper, historical facts and themes across various time periods were used. Within the beginning history sections, various psychological models including the idea of othering, in versus out groups, and René Girard's scapegoat theory were identified as possible contributing factors. Following the dovetail of the psychology and historical precedents, this paper addressed other underlying psychological factors that play a role in contemporary anti-Semitism. These include Holocaust denial and unconscious bias. The paper concludes with other specifics including how social media plays a role in this modern day racism. Finally, the paper addresses various ways of how anti-Semitism can be combatted for example through education, intergroup cooperation, retraining bias thoughts, and most notably the contact hypothesis.
College and Major available
College of Health Professions, Exercise Science UG
Location
Digital Commons
Start Day/Time
4-24-2020 2:00 PM
End Day/Time
4-24-2020 4:00 PM
Prize Categories
Best Multidisciplinary Research or Collaboration, Best Writing (formerly called the Writing Across the Curriculum prize; the final submission date to be considered for this award is Apr 1), Most Meaningful
How Contemporary Anti-Semitism Is Influenced by Historical Precedent and Psychological Processes
Digital Commons
This paper specifically analyzes the reasons for the resurgence of contemporary anti-Semitism. To set the framework for the paper, historical facts and themes across various time periods were used. Within the beginning history sections, various psychological models including the idea of othering, in versus out groups, and René Girard's scapegoat theory were identified as possible contributing factors. Following the dovetail of the psychology and historical precedents, this paper addressed other underlying psychological factors that play a role in contemporary anti-Semitism. These include Holocaust denial and unconscious bias. The paper concludes with other specifics including how social media plays a role in this modern day racism. Finally, the paper addresses various ways of how anti-Semitism can be combatted for example through education, intergroup cooperation, retraining bias thoughts, and most notably the contact hypothesis.
Students' Information
Exercise Science Major
Thomas More Honors student
Graduation - May 2020