criminological theory and the psychology behind criminal behavior. Those in this field work to help society operate safely and effectively. What Is a Criminal Justice and Corrections Major?

This course provides a detailed examination of the best known and most influential theories of crime causation. Topics include: theory construction, hypothesis testing, theory integration, and the ...

The program challenges and engages students intellectually with the latest in criminological and criminal justice theory, research and practice. The major offers students the opportunity to live what ...

In core classes, students study criminological theory and research methods. Electives allow them to explore their own interests more closely. In criminological theory courses, students study the ...

Students must complete 120 hours to graduate: 42 hours from the University’s core curriculum and 42 specific hours in the major, including courses in criminological theory, criminal justice, theories ...

"You can learn anything about another country, but until you’re submerged in the culture, you don’t realize the differences." The Department of Criminology and Justice Studies offers a rich ...

Students explore criminological and sociological theories related to deviance. Particular attention is paid to the role of family, the school, and peer groups in promoting delinquency. Prevention and ...

At any given time, the faculty in the Department of Criminology and Justice Studies are actively engaged in conducting research across a variety of settings. Some of these include funded studies and ...

Ritter, teaching associate professor in sociology and criminology, was named the March 2025 Wally Cordes Teaching and Faculty Support Center Cordes Chair.

The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice offers a master of arts and a doctor of philosophy degree program in both sociology and criminology ... by emphasizing systematic training in theory ...

A careful analysis of environmental factors is key to understanding the causes of crime, to solving crimes, and eventually helping to predict and prevent them. Classics in Environmental Criminology is ...

Extensive hands-on opportunities, intimate class sizes, and interaction with local and national experts provides students with a deep understanding of criminological theory, research, and practice.