Sociology 346 - Communities & Crime
Spring
2013
01
3.00
Wenona Rymond-Richmond
M W F 12:20PM 1:10PM
UMass Amherst
24160
Crime is not equally distributed amongst cities and neighborhoods. In this course, we will examine how, where and why crime is unequally distributed. Particular attention will be focused on locations, such as public housing development, where crime is perceived to be heightened. Theories of social disorganization, collective efficacy and broken windows will be explored.
Pre Req: 100 or 200 lvl SOCIOL