Introduction to Criminal Justice (CRIM 100) is an overview of the United States criminal justice system and the major components of police, courts and corrections. Students will engage in reviews of, evaluate and consider legal foundations, types and causes of crime, the development of policing, the influence and evolution of the court process, and rehabilitative and reintegrative components of corrections. Specific topics can include, but are not limited to, the extent of crime in the United States; competing and complementary goals within the criminal justice system; sources of criminal law; interactions between various agencies within the criminal justice system; and the impact of crime on victims. During the course of study of the criminal justice system, students will have various opportunities to examine how age, gender, race and ethnicity impact and are impacted by the criminal justice system at critical phases.

Helping People: Introduction to Understanding Social Problems & How to Help (HDFS 101N) introduces students to the dynamic world of helping through the exploration of "hot topics"/pressing social issues. Exploration will highlight core themes of lifespan human development, lives in context, and the ethics of care as well as integrate how to use concept maps to understand complex social issues and identify policies and interventions to help. While discussion and exploration of hot topics may extend to address international contexts and applications, exploration will primarily grounded in exploring issues within the U.S. By the end of the semester, students should develop the skills and knowledge needed to independently learn about and find ways to help address the pressing social issues that interest them.