Emory Pre-College Program (Session B): Forensics: Violence and Crime in US Public Health

Violence and crime are a growing public health concern in today’s society. Violence is the second leading cause of death for persons 15 to 24. It affects all facets of society regardless of age, race, or socioeconomic status. This course will explore the critical role health care providers play in violence prevention and treatment through assessment and intervention with victims and perpetrators. Students will examine the etiologic and motivational issues and analysis of response patterns to victimization and perpetration. Students will learn about wounds and patterns of injury for a variety of types of violence. Emphasis will be given to crime analysis and motivational intent of the aggressor within the context of the commission of the offense is assessed. Myths supporting a victim-blaming belief patterns will be explored within the overall societal response to crime. Services provided to victims and institutions designed to provide assistance will be examined, including counseling and support services, health care services, the police and the court system. The Emory Pre-College Program (noncredit) offers students an opportunity to preview the best of college life: from compelling non-credit courses taught by renowned faculty to life on a vibrant campus, from becoming an active participant in the university, local, and global communities to developing friendships with other students from around the world. Emory Pre-College students will experience a challenging college-level academic course, but they will also gain exposure to other academic disciplines, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, and residential college life. Emory Pre-College students may enroll in two-week noncredit courses or a three-week institute. Time is set aside during the afternoon most weekdays for College 101. Presentations are designed to help high school students prepare for their college admission process and beyond. Coupled with their academic work, College 101 programs will help equip students to understand and prioritize what to look for in a college and to hit the ground running when they do arrive at their college of choice. Application Fee - $70* Fee is waived for returning Pre-College students and students who receive free or reduced lunch. Send an email to precollege@emory.edu to let us know. Deposit - $350 non-refundable; payable upon acceptance to program, secures enrollment and counts towards the total cost of the program. Program cost covers the cost of all programs and off-campus events. Residential fees include room and board and three daily meals. Financial aid is available with the completion of a supplementary application and financial documentation. The preferred financial aid deadline is May 1st. Application process includes: application, transcript, standardized test scores, teacher recommendation.