CRI 362 - Women in the Criminal Justice System (3 cr.)

This course explores the intersection between women and the criminal justice system and examines the nature and extent of women as offenders, victims and professionals in the criminal justice system. Feminist criminology theories and perspectives will be used to examine how women are particularly affected by victimization, crime and punishment, and investigate the relationship between victimization and offending. The course also includes a critical analysis of the intersections between race, gender, crime and punishment.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring