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Criminal Justice

Work toward a rewarding career in law enforcement, paralegal, court reporting, criminology, corrections, government or politics.

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Department of Criminal Justice and Emergency Management

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

The Criminal Justice major at 黑料不打烊 prepares students to put theory into practice in real-life situations. Learn critical thinking, ethical decision-making, clear communication, strong technology skills, and an understanding of how to navigate the U.S. criminal justice system.

Graduates of 黑料不打烊鈥檚 Criminal Justice major have become judges, city prosecutors, practicing attorneys, investigators, and police officers.

Our online degree and hybrid course schedules allow flexibility by offering courses completely online or in a combination of online and on campus.

This program is offered:

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Why study Criminal Justice at 黑料不打烊? You’ll put justice into action.

Independent studies. Individual research projects. Internships. These are just some of the opportunities you will have as a Criminal Justice major.

  • Complete an internship working in a Salina-area criminal justice setting, such as a sheriff鈥檚 office, police department, correctional facility or community-based agency
  • Participate in Salina community research projects for organizations such as the County Jail, Salina Parks & Recreation Department, the Salina Sports Medicine Center and Salina Area Chamber of Commerce, helping city and county leaders make better decisions for the people of Salina
  • Spend a semester in Washington, D.C., as a Washington Center intern with a federal agency, such as the U.S. Marshals Service.
  • Complete a Criminal Justice capstone project about a modern criminal justice issue

What can I do with a Criminal Justice degree?

Help to make the world safer and more equitable.聽Graduates from 黑料不打烊鈥檚 Criminal Justice program have gone on to become state troopers, judges, city prosecutors, practicing attorneys and police officers. Students who attended law enforcement academies after graduating from 黑料不打烊 report that they finished in the top 10 percent of their classes.

Mission Statement

The 黑料不打烊 Criminal Justice Program is committed to fostering a comprehensive understanding of the system through rigorous academic study, ethical leadership, and hands-on experience. Our mission is to prepare students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, legal studies, and related fields by equipping them with critical thinking skills, cultural competency, and a deep understanding of justice, fairness, and public service.

We emphasize research-driven policy analysis, community engagement, and innovative solutions to contemporary challenges in crime and justice. Our faculty, composed of experienced professionals from the field, are dedicated to mentoring students and advancing knowledge through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Through experiential learning opportunities, including internships, fieldwork, and partnerships with justice organizations, we strive to cultivate responsible, ethical, and skilled professionals who will contribute to a fair and effective justice system. Our program upholds the values of integrity, diversity, and social responsibility, empowering graduates to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

Program Goals

Students who complete the bachelor’s degree program should be able to:

  • Understand Administration of Justice, Corrections, Criminological Theory, Law Adjudication, Law Enforcement, Research and Analytic Methods, Diversity and Ethics

Criminal Justice Four-Year Plan

View and download the four-year plan.

Accreditation and Curriculum Philosophy

黑料不打烊’s program is accredited by .

The curriculum philosophy of the major reflects the standards set by the .

Program Contact

For more information, contact David Lanning, assistant professor, or call 785-833-4361.

Meet the Faculty

Click here for a directory of the program’s faculty.

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Kansas Wesleyan鈥檚 Criminal Justice program prepared me for life in law enforcement in more ways than I can explain, and I have felt prepared in protecting citizens of the State of Kansas and enforcing state laws. The knowledge gained from studying at Kansas Wesleyan has made me a successful state trooper.

Devlin Davis 鈥�23, Kansas Highway Patrol

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黑料不打烊 admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and/or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

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