CRIM.6500 Violence in America (Formerly CRIM 650)
Id: 005465 Credits: 3-3Description
This course explores the historical, social, and criminological aspects of violent crime in the United States from the post-World War II period to the present. We will analyze the rise and fall of violent crime rates, the impact of social movements, policing strategies, and mass incarceration. Through historical texts, criminological theories, and policy evaluations, students will gain an in-depth understanding of the key factors influencing violence in America.
Course prerequisites/corequisites are determined by the faculty and approved by the curriculum committees. Students are required to fulfill these requirements prior to enrollment. For courses offered through online or GPS delivery, students are responsible for confirming with the instructor or department that all enrollment requirements have been satisfied before registering.