Courses

CJRJ 200 Sociology of Crime and Deviance

This course introduces students to criminology and criminological theories. Crime and reactions to crime will be examined as they relate to social and institutional life in contemporary U.S. society. Students will gain theoretical lenses for understanding the situational and systemic forces leading to the emergence of crime at the micro- and macro- levels of society and for examining the impact of various attempts at crime control. Offered every spring.

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  • Criminal Justice & Restorative Justice

    In the criminal justice and restorative justice program, you learn to address crime, harm, and injustice in ways that go beyond punishment—focusing instead on healing, accountability, and systemic change.

  • Disability Studies

    This interdisciplinary program equips you to understand the lived experiences of people with disabilities and examine how societies define and respond to difference.

  • Sociology

    As a sociology major at Goshen College, you’ll investigate the forces that influence human behavior, identity, and inequality—and learn how to be a force for justice and social transformation.

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