SOCI 452 - Drugs and the Criminal Justice System (3cr.)

Credit(s): 3

DRUGS & THE CRIM JUST SYSTEM
Component: Lecture
Covers both drug and criminal justice issues, focusing on the drugs-crime nexus and the criminal justice system response. Examines issues of race, gender, victimization, international policy, and new policy responses including drug treatment, harm reduction, and restorative justice. Class is held at a local correctional facility, and half the students are inmates.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option
Crosslisted: Crosslisted with CRJU452. RESTRICTIONS: Permission of instructor.

Additional University Requirement(s): Multicultural and Discovery Learning Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring

General Education Objectives:
Read Critically Analyze Arguments and Information Engage in Constructive Ideation Communicate Effectively in Writing Communicate Orally Communicate Through Creative Expression Work Collaboratively Across a Variety of Cultures Work Individually Across a Variety of Cultures Critically Evaluate Ethical Implications