CJS* 245: Diversity and Multiculturalism in Criminal Justice

3 Credits
This course provides an in-depth examination of crime and justice in the context of a multicultural society. The intersectionality of diverse groups and the agencies, policies, practices, and actors of the criminal justice system will be explored with an emphasis on the importance of cultural awareness. Issues such as bias, stereotyping, racism and prejudice will be discussed as well as the context structure of various cultures. Race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, class, age, disability, religion and marginalized group status will be examined with respect to the contacts that criminal justice practitioners have with the public as well as others working in the criminal justice system. Students will examine how cultural differences impact perceptions, relationships and create barriers to cross-cultural communication.
Prerequisites: Completion of CJS* 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice with a C- or better AND completion of ENG* 101 wiht a C- or better
Offered: Fall,Spring