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New College newsletter created to keep you informed.In searching for ways to better assist our students, the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice Student Services staff decided to reach out to students through an e-newsletter. We want this newsletter to help keep you on top of what’s going on in the College and in the fields of criminology and criminal justice. Let us know if there’s something you’d like to see included, or, if what we have provided is pertinent to you. If you make a suggestion that gets included in the next newsletter, you’ll receive an FSU “goody bag.” Send us your ideas, Cathy Oakley, advisor, coakley@fsu.edu. FSU offers new major in Computer Criminology.FSU’s College of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Department of Computer Science have teamed up to offer a new Computer Criminology degree. Computer criminology coursework covers the use of computers to facilitate the study of crime as well as how computers are used to commit crime. Find career paths. FSU considers implementing exit exam policy.FSU is considering implementing exit exams that are designed to measure across the board analytical and critical thinking skills. The exams are one of the strategies being considered as part of a national effort to determine the status of education in the United States compared to other countries. What are the requirements for graduation?Requirements to graduate with a degree in criminology have changed over the past few years. The requirements you need to meet to graduate are determined by when you started your education at FSU. Check in with your College advisor to make sure you understand the policies and requirements and are on track to meet them. Criminology Today
An important goal in criminology is to provide scientific knowledge that enhances the quality of life in our society by advancing effective and responsible public policies targeting the problem of crime. In the past, many public policies were based on gut reactions to problems rather than scientific evidence. (Boot camps are an example of how policies have failed the public by going against scientific evidence that proved the programs to be counterproductive.) In recent years, bridges have been built between researchers and the policy makers and practitioners who can benefit from the growing body of criminological research. As you prepare yourself for a career in criminology and criminal justice, consider the important role of science as a base for effective policies and arm yourself with knowledge that will help you be a leader in America’s fight against crime. See the types of policy-relevant research our College is conducting through the Center for Criminology and Public Policy Research. When a criminal label closes doors, felons are more likely to re-offend.A convicted felon sentenced to probation for a violent, property, or drug felony is more likely to re-offend within two years if he or she leaves court with an official "convicted felon" label and its barriers to employment and civil rights, according to a landmark study of nearly 96,000 probationers by FSU criminologists. The research team was made up of Professors Ted Chiricos and Bill Bales as well as criminology Ph.D. recipients Kelle Barrick, currently a research analyst in the College’s Center for Criminology and Public Policy, and Stephanie Bontrager, now a senior research analyst at Tallahassee’s Justice Research Center.
Recent graduate April Haile talks about her experience as a crim major and her new career.Haile attributes her success as an investigator with the public defenders office to her internship, the dedication of the College’s faculty and advisors, the interesting coursework, and the vast array of careers available to a criminology graduate. So you want to be a federal agent.You’ve visualized yourself being a federal agent, but what does a federal agent really do and what does it take to become one? Federal agents investigate people suspected of breaking federal laws. They are required to have an exemplary moral character, strong logic and reasoning skills, and the ability to make sound judgments. You’re in good company.A criminology degree from FSU is greatly respected across the country. You’re part of one of the top ranked programs. Important DatesApril 18 For additional upcoming dates, visit the Registrar's Web site, registrar.fsu.edu.
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