CJ 3990 - Art, Graffiti, and Crime

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

This course provides an interdisciplinary study of cultural, social, and political experience, combining the study of historical, artistic, and philosophical perspectives and their effect on the criminal justice system. Topics include art, graffiti, history, music, literature, politics, and philosophy. This course introduces the use of critical thinking skills in the context of human conflict related to art, graffiti, and social change. Students will be able to evaluate and demonstrate orally and in writing the use of critical thinking skills in the analysis and implications of art, graffiti, technology, music and other symbolisms within the criminal justice system. Prer., CJ 1001, CJ 2041, ENGL 1410 or equivalent; Sophomore standing.