This introductory course examines the nature, demographics, and impact of crime in the United States. Using a scientific approach, students will analyze the theoretical causation of criminal activity. Explore legal and political implications of crime prevention and control.

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Classes
  • Criminology (62671)
    Hybrid
    New Richmond
    8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Days & Times: Mon: 8:30 AM - 11:20 AM
    Dates: 8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Facility: 1312 ITV Lab New Richmond
    Instructor: Adele Richie
    Days & Times: Mon: 8:30 AM - 11:20 AM
    Dates: 8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Facility: Scheduled Online Class Hours
    Instructor: Adele Richie
    Tuition: $482.60
    Status: Closed
    Seats Available: N/A
    Essential Class Information: In addition to regularly scheduled onsite classroom hours, this class may require time online or onl ...
  • Criminology (62669)
    Online
    Online
    8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Days & Times: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
    Facility: ONLINE
    Instructor: Adele Richie
    Tuition: $482.60
    Status: Closed
    Seats Available: N/A
    Essential Class Information: Online course delivery requires you have access to a computer and reliable internet to receive instr ...
  • Criminology (62672)
    Hybrid
    Rice Lake
    8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Days & Times: Mon: 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
    Dates: 8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Facility: 180 Criminal Justice Studies
    Instructor: Adele Richie
    Days & Times: Mon: 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
    Dates: 8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Facility: Scheduled Online Class Hours
    Instructor: Adele Richie
    Tuition: $482.60
    Status: Closed
    Seats Available: N/A
    Essential Class Information: In addition to regularly scheduled onsite classroom hours, this class may require time online or onl ...
  • Criminology (62674)
    Hybrid
    Superior
    8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Days & Times: Mon: 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
    Dates: 8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Facility: 115A ITV Lab Superior
    Instructor: Adele Richie
    Days & Times: Mon: 12:30 PM - 3:20 PM
    Dates: 8/26/2024 - 12/16/2024
    Facility: Scheduled Online Class Hours
    Instructor: Adele Richie
    Tuition: $482.60
    Status: Closed
    Seats Available: N/A
    Essential Class Information: In addition to regularly scheduled onsite classroom hours, this class may require time online or onl ...

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