# Introduction to Criminology: An Equity Lens

- By: Jessica René Peterson - Author / Taryn VanderPyl
- Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources
- Source: [Open Textbook Library](https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/introduction-to-criminology-an-equity-lens)
- Licence: Attribution
- Online: https://openoregon.pressbooks.pub/criminologyintro1e/
- PDF: https://openoregon.pressbooks.pub/criminologyintro1e/
- eBook: https://openoregon.pressbooks.pub/criminologyintro1e/
- XML: https://openoregon.pressbooks.pub/criminologyintro1e/

Introduction to Criminology provides a foundation for understanding the origins, evolution, and current status of criminological theories. This textbook explains the field of criminology and influential theories in context, with real-life examples and activities. All content is delivered through a lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Each chapter includes bold-faced key terms with definitions and cross-references that link backward and forward to important concepts. Students can also engage with the content through discussion questions and supplemental resources at the end of each chapter.