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3.00 Credits
An introduction to legal culture by studying the interaction between law, legal systems, and society. The class exposes the student to the theoretical perspectives used to explain the interplay between law and society found in the literature of the social sciences. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Political Science 101.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the theory, policy, and administration of the juvenile justice system. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: One course in Criminal Justice or permission.
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3.00 Credits
A comprehensive overview of law enforcement using a comparative perspective. The development, mission, organization, and management of law enforcement agencies will be examined. The U.S. system will be analyzed and compared to those of other countries. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisites: Sociology 101 and Political Science 101.
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of philosophies, rationales, and models of adult corrections. Historical and existing correctional systems in select countries, e.g., the U.S., Canada, England, France, Japan, Mexico, Sweden, and Russia will be examined. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Criminal Justice 211 or Political Science 211.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the research methodologies and techniques used in the study of public policy and politics. The course emphasizes both qualitative and quantitative methods. The lab focuses on statistical applications. (1) (Cross-listed as I.R. 340 and POLI 340). Lecture: 3 hrs/wk; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: POLI 101 and at least two other courses in the major or permission.
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3.00 Credits
Advanced, in-depth study of selected topics in criminal justice with emphasis on developing a synthesis from the multi-disciplinary coursework required in the major. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. Prerequisite: Senior Criminal Justice major with Political Science301 and Sociology 334 completed, or permission.
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3.00 Credits
Supervised review of a literature and research project in the area of criminal justice. (1) Prerequisite: A minimum 3.0 major GPA and both Departmental and instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
A supervised placement providing practical experience in an agency relating to criminal justice. (1) Prerequisite: A minimum 2.5 major GPA and both Departmental and instructor permission
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1.00 Credits
A program of independent study culminating in a paper, artistic creation, or performance. Prerequisite: To qualify for consideration to receive honors in the major, a student in his/her senior year or in the Summer prior to the senior year must work under the guidance of his/her committee. A written proposal and application must be approved by the committee and department. A minimum GPA of 3.4 in the major is required. 495 Honors Project is prerequisite for 497 Honors Project. (1/2, 1, 1/2)
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1.00 Credits
A course for all new freshmen and transfer students designed to connect students to the College and to promote involvement in community service and co-curricular activities. Students will identify and pursue individual learning goals. Students must complete 15 hours of co-curricular and service activities each semester, and submit written reflections on their activities. (1/8, 1/8) Lecture: 1 hr/wk.
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