Crime and Punishment Through Media (CRJU 201)

Term: 2012-2013 Spring Term

Faculty

John A KovachShow MyInfo popup for John A Kovach

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Schedule

Thu, 2:00 PM - 4:50 PM (1/14/2013 - 2/1/2013) Location: MAIN MH 216
Thu, 2:00 PM - 4:50 PM (1/14/2013 - 5/8/2013) Location: MAIN MH 216
Thu, 4:15 PM - 6:45 PM (5/2/2013 - 5/2/2013) Location: MAIN MH 321

Description

Makes use of classic films as well as contemporary writings to explore the deeper functions and meaning of crime and punishment in our society. Topics include examination of the failure of our prison system to deter crime, exploration of the root causes of different types of crimes, and consideration of questions of fairness and social justice as they relate to punishment.