SOCI 487 - Sociology of Gangs

Institution:

California State University-Chico

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Description:

3 INQ This course examines the social phenomena of gangs nationally and regionally. The focus is on the history of gangs, organization, definitional and preventive measures. In-depth analysis includes street, racist, and prison gangs. Patterns of gangs in different ethnic groups are compared. Sociological approaches inform this inquiry.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csuchico.edu

Phone Number:

(530) 898-6116

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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