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Welcome to the Department of Justice Studies

The Justice Studies Department has had many iterations during its time at 菠菜网lol正规平台. 开始 as a Police School we then became a major called Criminal Justice, and finally have transiti一个d to what we know as Justice Studies. One thing has stayed true regardless of the name, we are here to 帮助 students succeed in the fields of criminal justice, social justice, and more.

Read the '22-'23 Justice Studies Annual Report

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Forensic 科学 in Washington Square The Magazine

Congratulations to Mary Juno, 罗莎·维加, and Dr. Shawna Bolton for being featured in Washington Square The Magazine! The article highlights the success of the forensic studies program at San Jose State University.

To read the full article, click here!

Sgt Ken Kwok presenting to JS 102

Thank you, Sergeant Ken Kwok of the Fremont Police Department!

The students of JS102, Police and Society, recently had the pleasure of hearing from Sergeant Ken Kwok a San Jose State University Department of Justice Studies alumni. He now works for the Fremont Police Department and came to speak to our students about a career in law enforcement.

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教师 Spotlight

Congratulations Dr. Roni Abusaad! Dr. Abusaad has achieved his 菠菜网lol正规平台 Quality Matters (QM) certification for his online courses in the 2023-2024 academic year showing his dedication to his student's learning.

To read his interview on the QM certification process

Professor Harold Peterson speaking with students at Department of Justice Studies Booth during Admitted Spartan Day on 4/13/2024.

Admitted Spartan Day

Admitted Spartan Day was a huge success! A big thank you to our Department of Justice Studies team, every future Spartan that showed up to this event, and to all that attended our booth and our open house. We are excited to be a part of your college journey!

For more information on our majors and minors, click here!

RCP Artists from art exhibit with CoSS Dean Anne Marie Todd

Record Clearance Project Presents: Artistic Freedom, The Liberating Art of the Formerly Incarcerated

Inspiration and peace comes from within 一个self, and that is exactly what artists Ashante Davis, Andre Hernandez, David Davila, Joey Hernandez, and Rodrigo Lara displayed on the walls of Dr. 小灵魂. 图书馆 in Record Clearance Project's first annual art exhibit, Liberating Art of the Formerly Incarcerated. 菠菜网lol正规平台's Record Clearance Project 帮助s people move forward with their lives, opening doors to new futures. For some, the experience of confinement leads to creative release through art. This exhibit was displayed from February 1-29, in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 图书馆.

To view the photos, click here!

研究生 Showcase

研究生 Showcase

The 研究生 Showcase is an annual exhibition of the diverse work of our talented Justice Studies graduate students. This years graduate showcase will be on May 10, 2024. We are so proud of our students!

To view last years photos, click here!

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We're Here to Help

Confused about graduation requirements for your Justice Studies major? Do you know how to enroll in your internship or senior seminar? Unclear about which classes to take next semester? If you answered yes to any of these questions, our advisors can 帮助.

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菠菜网lol正规平台 Cares is here to provide assistance when you need it most. Resources and services are provided for 菠菜网lol正规平台 students facing unexpected financial crises. If you’re having trouble paying for food, housing, or other bills, visit their webpage above, or put in a direct request for assistance below.

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Take a deeper dive into the history of the department of Justice Studies, learn more about our expert faculty, our mission, and more.

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Applications and Admissions

Ready to apply to the Department of Justice Studies? We have all of the information you need when it comes to declaring a major, finding a scholarship, and more.

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With two graduate degrees, two undergraduate degrees, and four minors to chose from, we at the Department of Justice Studies have something for every interest.

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Current Students

Discover the many resources we have available to ensure our current graduate and undergraduate students have all of the support they need during and after their studies.

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Research, Projects and 事件

Explore the various faculty research projects, opportunities to participate, and the events that we in the Department of Justice Studies hosts for our students.

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Meet some of our distinguished alumni and how you can 帮助 support the future of the Department of Justice Studies.

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Stop by the Justice Studies Main Office (MH 524) to pick up your merchandise. 带 your receipt to claim your items!

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