SOC 3273 — Victimology
An introduction to the sociological and criminological study of victimization focused on survivors. Topics include trauma-informed theory, national victimization trends, survivor interaction with criminal justice systems (police, courts, corrections), victim compensation, and restorative justice. The course also examines specific crime types, violent, property, intimate partner, family, and sexual offenses, and the application of survivor-centered advocacy and recovery practices.