Survey of narratives of prison experience, supporting inquiry into the role of prisons in U.S. society. Addresses themes including, but not limited to, prison abolition, re-entry, the school-to-prison pipeline, capital punishment, sentencing of minors, and political prisoners. Emphasis on voices of the imprisoned, and their advocates. Students engage in collaborative projects throughout the class, and learn effective strategies for group work and interpersonal communication.
Enrollment Requirements
Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and C1 or C requirements. Enrollment restricted to college members.
Class Notes
All Students welcome from any college or high school; restrictions are lifted in summer. Contact summer@ucsc.edu for a permission code to enroll.