Department of Criminal Justice
Welcome
The curriculum includes a synthesis of classic and modern techniques, designed to instill a strong appreciation for justice and equality.
About the Department
The mission of the Criminal Justice Department is to prepare students with the critical knowledge, skills, and aptitude to serve in the Criminal Justice and Homeland Security fields, to uphold the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights. The Department provides students with a liberal arts and social science education and a balanced perspective on the study and practices of the Criminal Justice and Homeland Security disciplines. Students benefit from experienced faculty who have worked as researchers, law enforcement officials, prosecutors, court officials, and military officers who leverage their professional skill sets as impassioned teachers and mentors. Consistent with the University-wide commitment to experiential education, all Criminal Justice and Homeland Security majors complete an internship to provide the skills and experience necessary for employment.
The Department currently offers a B.A. and M.A. in Criminal Justice and a B.S. in Homeland Security. Students also have the opportunity to earn both a B.A. and M.A. or B.S. and M.A. with our accelerated five-year programs.
Nicholas Sewitch, J.D.
Specialist Professor;
Chair
Criminal Justice, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Edison Science Building, 339E