This course is designed to explore the role of the police in American society. Attention is given to the origins of policing, the nature of police organizations and police work, and patterns of relations between the police and the public. The values of a democratic society as they affect the law enforcement role are discussed.
Required Readings
- Policing (3rd Edition), by John Worrall and Frank Schmalleger. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-444192-4.
- Additional required readings will be posted to Canvas periodically (see Course Schedule).
I expect you to read critically before class and come prepared to discuss how the material relates to contemporary policing and society.
Office Hours
My office hours are T/Th 11:30AM to 12:30PM, or by appointment. You can come by to discuss course content, your grades, career aspirations, etc.
Communication Etiquette
Email is the best way to reach me with questions or concerns. Please include the course name in the subject, begin all emails with a greeting, describe your concern or specific question(s), and conclude with your full name.
Assignments
Exams
There will be three exams over the course of the semester, comprised of multiple choice and short-answer questions drawn from the assigned readings and class discussions. You will have the entire class session to complete each exam. Each exam is worth 25% of your final grade.
Other Assignments
Periodically, you will be required to complete reading quizzes, writing assignments, or group activities. Collectively, these will account for the remaining 25% of your final grade.
Grades
- Exam 1: 25%
- Exam 2: 25%
- Exam 3: 25%
- Other Assignments: 25%
These weighted scores will be added up at the end of the semester to generate your overall grade in the course:
| Letter Grade | Score |
|---|---|
| A+ | 97 - 100 |
| A | 93 - 96 |
| A- | 90 - 92 |
| B+ | 87 - 89 |
| B | 83 - 86 |
| B- | 80 - 82 |
| C+ | 77 - 79 |
| C | 73 - 76 |
| C- | 70 - 72 |
| D+ | 67 - 69 |
| D | 63 - 66 |
| D- | 60 - 62 |
| F | 0 - 59 |
Academic Integrity
Don’t cheat. Students should familiarize themselves with the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities and the policy on academic integrity. Any form of academic dishonesty is unacceptable. Instances of academic dishonesty will, at a minimum, result in a failing grade for that assignment, and a record of academic dishonesty will be placed in the student’s academic file that is maintained by the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice. Instances of academic dishonesty may also be subject to disciplinary action by the University.
Students with Accessibility Needs
Reasonable accommodations are provided for students who are registered with the Accessibility Services Center and make their requests sufficiently in advance. For more information, contact the Accessibility Services Center (MBSC 126, Phone 554-2872, TTY 554-3799, or visit their website).
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