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AFC 542 - Race and Crime and the African American Experience


This course will provide a comparative analysis of the experience of African Americans and other groups with the criminal justice system in the United States. Students will critically examine historical patterns, theories of race and crime and the effects of race and class on social attitudes and criminal justice practices.

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter

Prerequisites -
Other Restrictions -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Courses: AAS 542
Updates: Course Rotation added 8/2014; Change to prefix 2/2013, effective Summer 2013


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