This seminar involves an in-depth analysis of current topics in social psychology. Through weekly discussions and presentations, students explore a topic or series of topics that illustrate cutting-edge research in the field. While the specific focus or theme of the seminar varies according to the instructor, topics may include the application of social psychology to marketing (persuasion), to law (forensics), to prejudice and stereotyping, and to perceptions of the self. Seminars are intended for psychology students in the final year of their program.