Gender, Justice & Settler Colonialism

3 credits

An intersectional lens will be used to analyze how settler colonialism directly impacts justice outcomes in criminal and child welfare proceedings in Canada and other settler states. The class will include case studies and legal theory including the Gladue Principle. Students do not need to have a justice background. ***Prerequisite: Completion of CRIM 101 or JS 100, and two additional CRIM or JS courses; or 30 credit hours; or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of CRIM 398AA, WGST 380AY, JS 398AE, or WGST 303.*