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Advances in Criminological Theory (CCJ 502)

Term: Academic Year 2025-2026 Spring Semester

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James Earl Lyons
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Elizabeth Parham
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(Graduate Seminar on Advances in Criminological Theory)

This seminar will examine the field of criminology and the major theories within it. We will consider the etiology, assumptions, and practicality of different theories, and discuss their contributions to criminal justice and social developments, including empirical scrutiny and ongoing debate. This course will provide you with comprehensive insights into the evolution of criminology, the unique aspects of each theory, the commonalities amony theoretical concepts, and the operationalization of theoretical concepts.