SEM 116 - Immigration & Criminal Justice System

Institution:

Gwynedd Mercy University

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Description:

Students take a historical journey through the evolution of immigration laws and how the criminal justice system has often been used to enforce these policies. Starting with early laws like the ?Alien and Sedition Act? to more contemporary polices such as the Sanctuary movement, 287 g contracts, and DACA students will examine the reasons for these policies, as well as the intentional and unintentional consequences to undocumented, and documented immigrants their families, the criminal justice system and the community as a whole. This course addresses immigration and racism, which are two of the five critical concerns of the Sisters of Mercy. This course meets the University's definition of writing intensive. Pre-requisite: ENG101

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gmercyu.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 646-7300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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