SOC 419 PUNISHMENT AND SOCIETY

An exploration of how social forces shape formal social control in society. The course examines major historical changes in punishment, the functions of punishment, and issues of punishment and social inequality. A critical analysis of America's mass imprisonment era and its impact on the economy, politics, communities, and families.

Credits

4

Cross Listed Courses

This is the same course as CRE 419.

Prerequisite

SOC 103, and to others with instructor permission.

Registration Restrictions

Open to juniors and seniors, and to others with permission of the instructor.

Enrollment Limit

Enrollment limited to 16 students.