SOC 433 - The American Prison

Institution:

Marywood University

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Description:

This course focuses upon the role of the prison in corrections. It reviews the historical development of the prison, major features of inmate culture(s), the structure of staff/prisoner relationships, and its "success" as a site of reform and resocialization.Special topics may include cross-cultural comparisons, prison violence (including riots), prisoner health care (including AIDS, substance abuse, pregnancy, etc.), and the structure of careers in corrections.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.marywood.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 348-6211

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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