CJC-270 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice

This course explores current issues in criminal justice such as community relations, use of force, hiring, emergency response, and other current issues from a practical standpoint with discussion focusing on DEI and Social Justice considerations. Students will participate in discussions and written assignments expressing their views and ideas relating to these issues. Also, the future of criminal justice system will be looked at and discussed.

Credits

3

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Social Science

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Explain current issues in criminal justice with DEI and Social Justice in mind.
2. practice summarizing and discussing current event issues with fellow students.
3. Describe how current events will have a potential impact on the future of the criminal justice system.