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S – Economics, Finance, Political Science, Law
Wilmington (Arsht Hall) | October 20, 2025-November 17, 2025
Monday: 9:00 AM-10:15 AM
New course added since catalog publication.
This course offers an engaging look at the U.S. criminal legal system with a focus on incarceration and punishment. Through readings, discussions, and a guest speaker, we’ll explore how the system operates and how it affects individuals and communities. Topics include prison conditions, aging inside, and the challenges of reentry. No background required, just curiosity and a willingness to explore tough but important questions. If you’ve ever wanted to learn about the system, join us!
This course is taught by a University of Delaware graduate student through the new UD OLLI Scholars program.
This offering meets for a total of 5 session(s).
INSTRUCTOR: Mackenzie Niness
MACKENZIE NINESS — B.A., Villanova University; M.A., University of Delaware. Criminology Ph.D. student studying prison programming, women and queer people’s carceral and reentry experiences, and gendered organizations. Has taught at two local prisons, Howard R. Young and Baylor Correctional.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
Kent/Sussex | Wilmington