Criminal Justice Minor
Minor Requirements
18 credit hours
Complete the following:
This course provides an introduction to the criminal justice system, including the historical development of our system in the United States, featuring the fundamentals of the system and legal foundations as well as the contemporary system of processing cases. We will examine different theoretical models for describing criminal behavior. The class will also cover ethical considerations for criminal justice professionals. The theory, structure, and operation of each of the principal components of the Criminal Justice System (i.e., law enforcement, courts, and corrections) will be examined in detail. Identification of issues related to social, economic, environmental, and racial justice within the criminal justice system will be discussed.
An introduction to the study of deviance and criminology, including theoretical and paradigms and research. Prerequisite: SOCI Principles of Sociology or instructor's permission.
A study of the causes and nature of juvenile delinquency, the development of the juvenile court, probation, and other rehabilitative programs. Prerequisite: SOCI 150 Principles of Sociology or instructor's permission.
This course will cover the theological and historical backgrounds of alternative systems of justice, and the criminological principles undergirding a variety of restorative justice programs, particularly community policing, problem-solving courts and community corrections, and will apply an international comparative component as well as a study the programs’ effectiveness. Prerequisite: SOCI 150 Principles of Sociology or instructor permission.
This course provides an introduction to issues of diversity and difference in preparation for social work practice with cultural humility. Students will learn about vulnerable and marginalized groups and the environmental systems which impact them. Special attention is given to issues of intersectionality, bias, discrimination, power and privilege, and oppression. Students will explore their own personal identity and how their views, beliefs, values, and behaviors may support or hinder future social work practice with diverse populations. Prerequisite: SWRK 333 Human Rights and Justice and formal admission into the social work program; or a declared Criminal Justice Minor.
Choose one of the following:
The origins, evolution, structure, and present functions of state, county, and city government, with particular reference to Oregon. Special attention is given to the rising problems of urban government and regional planning.
A general study of the role of law and the legal profession in American life, and a survey of the major topics addressed by the law. Attention also is given to the values promoted by our legal system and the Christian's interaction with it.
A study of the unique physical, intellectual, personality, social, and moral developmental changes during the period of adolescence. Students who take PSYC 310 Lifespan Development are not eligible to also take PSYC 314 for credit. Prerequisite: PSYC 150 General Psychology.
A survey of the major theorists of personality and their theories. Included are psychoanalytic, dispositional, phenomenological, and behavioral theories. An integrative approach will involve synthesis of important elements of theory and Scripture. Prerequisite: PSYC 150 General Psychology.
This course focuses on the Supreme Court's interpretation of the Bill of Rights and the Fourteenth Amendment. Special emphasis is placed upon the religion clauses of the First Amendment.
This course provides an introduction to the impact of trauma on individuals and communities. Types of trauma, including generational and racial trauma, childhood trauma, sexual trauma, and communal trauma will be covered. Topics will include how trauma affects the brain, body, relationships with others, and relationship with self. An introduction to trauma recovery and trauma-informed interventions will be included. Prerequisites: PSYC 100 Personhood or SWRK 180 Introduction to Social Work, at least sophomore level status or instructor’s permission.
This course provides an introduction to substance abuse and mental health within diverse cultural and racial contexts. Students will learn about the major DSM-V mental health disorders and treatment for mental illness. Substance addiction, treatment, and the social impact drugs have on society will be examined. Prerequisites: PSYC 100 Personhood or SWRK 180 Introduction to Social Work, at least sophomore level status or instructor’s permission.