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MDA120 Crime and the Media

An analysis of the media's influence in defining what constitutes deviance and criminality in American society. The evolution of the news industry, the impact of technological advances and the role the media plays in influencing criminal proceedings will be examined. Fulfills humanities, liberal arts and open electives.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CMP101

Electives

  • HUM - Humanities Elective
  • LA - Liberal Arts Elective
  • MTHA - Mass Transfer Humanities Arts
  • NDIR - Nurse Ed Directed Elective
  • OPEN - Open Elective