CRJU 3304 - The Female Offender

Institution:

Fairmont State University

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Description:

Designed to introduce the student to the largest-growing inmate population in the United States. It will introduce the students to the history of women in prison, the profi les of women entering our penal system, and how corrections professionals have responded to the unique needs of women in this male-dominant system. This class also examines the effects on our society of incarcerating females, many of whom are mothers. The course uses a combination of lectures, fi lms, outside readings, and actual visits to facilities housing female inmates. PR: CRJU 2206.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fairmontstate.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 367-4000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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