Roberta Rosa Valtorta

Postdoctoral Researcher

Social Psychology


Pegaso University


In the academic year 2024/2025, I taught the course Social Psychology as assistant professor at Pegaso University, within the Master's degree program in Modern Linguistics.

The course provided a comprehensive introduction to foundational theories and concepts in social psychology. It covered key topics such as group processes, social influence, attitudes, prejudice and stereotyping, prosocial and aggressive behavior. The course aimed to equip students with a solid understanding of major social psychological phenomena and processes.

The course also included online interactive lessons, particularly focused on the themes of dehumanization and bullying. Through in-depth discussions, students were invited to critically examine these complex social issues, their psychological underpinnings, and their broader societal consequences. 

Sustainable Development Goals

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a universal call to action by the United Nations to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all by 2030. These interconnected goals provide a shared framework for addressing the world's most urgent social, economic, and environmental challenges.

This course contributes to several key SDGs by exploring how social psychology can help promote good health and well-being, gender equality, reduced inequalities, and peace, justice and strong institutions.