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Alumni Spotlight: Robbin Bell

Alumni Spotlight: Robbin Bell

March 13, 2024

Robbin Bell is a graduate from the MSU School of Criminal Justice and is currently a Correction Consultant with the State of Kentucky Department of Corrections, and a Correction Consultant/Accreditation Auditor with the American Corrections Association.

Alumni Spotlight: Trevariana Mason

Alumni Spotlight: Trevariana Mason

February 22, 2024

Trevariana (Tre) Mason is a graduate of the MSU School of Criminal Justice Online Master's Program in Criminal Justice. Tre is a Senior Data & Policy Analyst at The National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform.

Online Masters in Criminal Justice program in the Top 10 Nationally

Online Masters in Criminal Justice program in the Top 10 Nationally

February 7, 2024 - JJ Thomas

The School of Criminal Justice’s Online Masters Program in Criminal Justice has been ranked 10th in the Nation by US News & World Report - our Online Masters Program was also ranked 5th in the Nation for Veterans. This marks the 8th year in a row that our program has been listed in the Top 10.

Understanding Violent Right-Wing Extremism in Online Communities

Understanding Violent Right-Wing Extremism in Online Communities

February 1, 2024

Political and ideological extremism is on the rise in the United States. This trend is causing concern among law enforcement and intelligence agencies that the increase in extremism will lead to an increase in extremist violence.

Ask The Expert: "The Mother of all Breaches"

Ask The Expert: "The Mother of all Breaches"

January 25, 2024

Cybersecurity researchers from Security Discovery and CyberNews found a database containing around 26 billion records of sensitive data. They are calling it the "mother of all breaches."

MSU Experts Champion Violence Reduction Efforts at National Summit

MSU Experts Champion Violence Reduction Efforts at National Summit

December 21, 2023 - JJ Thomas

The 2023 Violent Crime Reduction Summit, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Bureau of Justice Assistance, was held from December 11-13 in Indianapolis.

2023 PURI Awards: Sammi Hernandez

2023 PURI Awards: Sammi Hernandez

December 6, 2023

Sammi Hernandez and Dr. Merry Morash received PURI funding for their research project titled The Effect of Memorable Messages.

2023 PURI Awards: Taylor Murdick

2023 PURI Awards: Taylor Murdick

December 5, 2023

Taylor Murdick and Dr. Karen Holt have received PURI Funding for their research project titled Assessing the Network Structures of CSEM Offenders Online.

Mahesh Nalla: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

Mahesh Nalla: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

December 4, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Mahesh Nalla is an inductee into the MSU School of Criminal Justice Wall of Fame and a Professor at MSU since 1992.

Dr. Nalla Receives Freda Adler Distinguished Scholar Award

Dr. Nalla Receives Freda Adler Distinguished Scholar Award

November 28, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Mahesh Nalla has received the 2023 American Society of Criminology International Division's Freda Adler Distinguished Scholar Award.

Hermina Kramp: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

Hermina Kramp: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

November 27, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Hermina Kramp is an inductee into the 2023 Criminal Justice Wall of Fame.

Dr. Ed Banks: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

Dr. Ed Banks: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

November 16, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Ed Banks is an inductee into the MSU School of Criminal Justice Wall of Fame and the Director of the Policy Analysis Unit for DOJ’s Office of Legal Policy.

William Wilson: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

William Wilson: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

November 14, 2023 - JJ Thomas

William Wilson is a 2023 inductee into the MSU School of Criminal Justice Wall of Fame

Dr. Justin Patchin: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

Dr. Justin Patchin: 2023 Wall of Fame Inductee

November 13, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Justin Patchin is an inductee into the 2023 Criminal Justice Wall of Fame and a Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire.

Multiple Faculty & Students Receive ASC Division Awards

November 7, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Multiple faculty and doctoral students in the School of Criminal Justice received 2023 division awards for their hard work, dedication to the field, and consistent pursuit to advance justice.

Phoenix Court Partnership

Phoenix Court Partnership

October 26, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Researchers from the MSU School of Criminal Justice are conducting a review of the Ingham County 30th Circuit Court- Family Division’s Phoenix Court: a specialty court for youth who have been sexually exploited, trafficked, or are victims of sexual trauma.

Understanding the Landscape of Nation-State Cyberattacks

Understanding the Landscape of Nation-State Cyberattacks

October 25, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Nation States and Ideological Extremist Groups are increasingly using cyberattacks to compromise State, Local, and Federal Governments.

MSU SCJ @ ASC 2023

October 17, 2023 - JJ Thomas

A full list of all of the MSU School of Criminal Justice speaking at the 2023 American Society of Criminology Conference in Philadelphia, PA!

Dr. Scrivens Speaks At Eradicate Hate Global Summit

Dr. Scrivens Speaks At Eradicate Hate Global Summit

October 16, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Ryan Scrivens, Assistant Professor in the School of Criminal Justice, spoke at the 2023 Eradicate Hate Global Summit in Pittsburgh, PA.

Makayla Burden Receives Prestigious NIJ Fellowship

Makayla Burden Receives Prestigious NIJ Fellowship

October 9, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Makayla Burden, doctoral student in the School of Criminal Justice, has received the National Institute of Justice’s Graduate Research Fellowship – one of the most prestigious fellowships available to doctoral students in the field of Criminal Justice.

Advancing Justice: MSU Researchers Work to Improve the Criminal Justice Response to Sexual Assault

Advancing Justice: MSU Researchers Work to Improve the Criminal Justice Response to Sexual Assault

September 7, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Karen Holt and Allison Rojek have received funding from the Michigan State Police to work on the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) in Michigan. This national initiative seeks to bring justice to survivors and hold perpetrators accountable.

Bridging the Gap: Dr. Carter and Dr. Dorn Join Task Teams To Advance Law Enforcement Intelligence

August 9, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. David Carter and Dr. Shelagh Dorn have been asked to serve on newly formed “task teams” in partnership with the Criminal Intelligence Coordinating Council to rapidly advance the current capabilities of law enforcement intelligence.

Youth Equity Project researchers continue working to reduce youth disparities in Lansing

Youth Equity Project researchers continue working to reduce youth disparities in Lansing

August 7, 2023 - Emily Jodway

Researchers affiliated with the College of Social Science’s Youth Equity Project are entering the second phase of their investigation into youth violence in Lansing and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Saginaw Police Department and Criminal Justice Researchers Partner On Front Porch Roll Calls Program

Saginaw Police Department and Criminal Justice Researchers Partner On Front Porch Roll Calls Program

August 2, 2023 - JJ Thomas

With the help of a team of researchers from the School of Criminal Justice at MSU, the Saginaw Police Department (SPD) is working to improve community relations and increase transparency by holding regular “Front Porch Roll Calls” to engage local communities impacted by high rates of crime.  

Flint Study Away Internship Spotlight - Hannah Hawes

Flint Study Away Internship Spotlight - Hannah Hawes

August 1, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Hannah Hawes is a junior at MSU studying Criminal Justice (with minors in Law, Justice, and Public Policy, as well as Philosophy of Law) who has been interning at the Genesee County Office of the Public Defender.

Flint Study Away Internship Spotlight - Hailey Ijlal

Flint Study Away Internship Spotlight - Hailey Ijlal

July 26, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Hailey Ijlal is a senior at MSU studying Criminal Justice (with minors in Law, Justice, and Public Policy and Business) who has spent the summer interning in the Office of the Genesee County Prosecuting Attorney.

Dr. Gibbs Named Interim Associate Dean for Graduate Studies

Dr. Gibbs Named Interim Associate Dean for Graduate Studies

July 18, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Carole Gibbs, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice, has been named the College of Social Science Interim Associate Dean for Graduate Studies.

DOJ Grant Awarded to Build Public Trust & Reduce Violent Crime

DOJ Grant Awarded to Build Public Trust & Reduce Violent Crime

June 26, 2023 - Linda Nubani

Michigan State University is awarded a grant along with the City of Detroit Police Department to Enhance Community Safety and Reduce Crime.

Dr. Morash Named University Distinguished Professor

Dr. Morash Named University Distinguished Professor

June 21, 2023 - JJ Thomas

In recognition of her excellence in teaching, research, and public service, Dr. Merry Morash has been named a University Distinguished Professor.

Dr. Scott Wolfe Promoted to Full Professor

Dr. Scott Wolfe Promoted to Full Professor

June 21, 2023 - JJ Thomas

The School of Criminal Justice would like to congratulate Dr. Scott Wolfe on being promoted to Full Professor!

Dr. Holt Named DEI Coordinator

Dr. Holt Named DEI Coordinator

June 20, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Karen Holt has been named the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator for the School of Criminal Justice.

Team of MSU Researchers win Neuner Award for Excellence in Professional Scholarly Publication

May 24, 2023 - JJ Thomas

Dr. Carole Gibbs was part of a team of MSU Researchers who won the Neuner Award for Excellence in Professional Scholarly Publication.

Congratulations Dr. DeJong!

Congratulations Dr. DeJong!

May 17, 2023

Congratulations on your retirement Dr. DeJong!

Samantha Verlinden: 2023 Outstanding Senior

Samantha Verlinden: 2023 Outstanding Senior

May 10, 2023

Samantha Verlinden has been named the 2023 Criminal Justice Outstanding Senior in recognition of her academic achievements, involvement in student groups, and professional development activities while a student at MSU.

Leeslie Shakira Herrera Receives 2023 Aguila Award

Leeslie Shakira Herrera Receives 2023 Aguila Award

May 8, 2023

Leeslie Shakira Herrera is a Senior studying Criminal Justice and the recipient of a 2023 César E. Chávez and Dolores Huerta Community Leadership Aguila Award.

Marcia Thompson: Turning Purpose and Passion Into a Career

Marcia Thompson: Turning Purpose and Passion Into a Career

April 27, 2023

Marcia Thompson is a School of Criminal Justice Alum and Director of Community Innovation at Amazon.

Dr. Karen Holt & Alli Rojek Receive Innovative Teaching Award

Dr. Karen Holt & Alli Rojek Receive Innovative Teaching Award

April 24, 2023

Dr. Karen Holt & Alli Rojek have received the 2023 College of Social Science Teaching Innovation Award for their work on the MSU-MSP Cold Case Collaboration.

Protecting Your Alma Mater: An Interview with Chief Rozman

Protecting Your Alma Mater: An Interview with Chief Rozman

April 17, 2023

In March 2023, the Michigan State University Department of Police and Public Safety appointed Chris Rozman as the department’s new Chief of Police.

Project Safe Neighborhoods Systematic Review

Project Safe Neighborhoods Systematic Review

April 12, 2023

A team of researchers from Sam Houston State University conducted a systematic review of the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative. Dr. Yan Zhang and Dr. Jason Ingram are MSU graduates. Listen to their findings below!

Cybercrime: Victim or Offender?

Cybercrime: Victim or Offender?

April 4, 2023

The technological revolution of the 21st century has created opportunities that were not available twenty years ago. Unfortunately, the rise of the internet has also enabled the rise of cybercrime.

Graduate Student Spotlight: Caitie Ladd

Graduate Student Spotlight: Caitie Ladd

April 3, 2023

Caitie Ladd is a graduate student in the Masters in Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis (LEIA) Program.

Environmental Regulations in the Philippines

Environmental Regulations in the Philippines

March 30, 2023

Dr. Maxwell received the Fulbright Fellowship to advance her research work to understand a population’s acceptance, trust, and compliance to environmental regulations enacted by their government. While in the Philippines, she is applying her research on environmental regulations to marine protected areas.

Kayla Hoskins Accepts Postdoc position with the Yale School of Medicine

Kayla Hoskins Accepts Postdoc position with the Yale School of Medicine

March 27, 2023

Kayla Hoskins, PhD Candidate (ABD), in the School of Criminal Justice has accepted a T32 Postdoctoral Fellow position with the Yale School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, Division of Prevention and Community Research.

Introducing The Police Staffing Observatory

Introducing The Police Staffing Observatory

March 6, 2023

The Police Staffing Observatory is a collaborative effort consisting of over two dozen researchers and practitioners working together to advance police workforce knowledge and application through innovative research and collaboration between researchers and practitioners in the field.

Online Masters in Criminal Justice program ranked 6th in Nation

Online Masters in Criminal Justice program ranked 6th in Nation

January 25, 2023

The College of Social Science’s online master’s program in criminal justice ranked No. 6 in the nation. It has consistently been in the top 10 since 2017.

Dr. Joe Hamm named Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Trust Research

Dr. Joe Hamm named Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Trust Research

January 12, 2023

Dr. Joe Hamm has been named the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Trust Research.

Improving Understanding of Community-Based Violence Reduction and Neighborhood Safety

Improving Understanding of Community-Based Violence Reduction and Neighborhood Safety

January 11, 2023

A team of researchers in the School of Criminal Justice received funding from the MSU College of Social Science as part of the Strategic Partnership Grants Program to improve understanding of community-based violence reduction and neighborhood safety.

Alyssa LaBerge Receives Hiram E. Fitzgerald Engaged Scholar Fellowship

December 22, 2022

Criminal Justice Doctoral Student Alyssa LaBerge has received the Hiram E. Fitzgerald Engaged Scholar Fellowship from The Graduate School at Michigan State University.

Criminal Justice research team working to better understand the Incel Community

December 21, 2022

Criminal Justice research team working to better understand the Incel Community

Criminal Justice professor to lead one of the largest, most comprehensive assessments of police staffing

December 19, 2022

Criminal Justice professor to lead one of the largest, most comprehensive assessments of police staffing

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Taryn Morikawa

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Taryn Morikawa

December 13, 2022

Taryn Morikawa is an Undergraduate Student in the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University.

Student view: The importance of academic research, alumni connections

Student view: The importance of academic research, alumni connections

December 7, 2022 - Ryan Weinberg

Ryan Weinberg is a dual political science and criminal justice senior in the College of Social Science where she is a Social Science Scholar and a Political Science Scholar.

A-CAPP Student Interns Receive Awards and Recognition at 2022 George Mason University Hackathon

A-CAPP Student Interns Receive Awards and Recognition at 2022 George Mason University Hackathon

November 28, 2022 - Emily Jodway

Student interns of the Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection (A-CAPP) returned from the 2022 Bring Down Counterfeiting Public Policy Hackathon with awards for their research and innovation in global anti-counterfeiting solutions.

Ask The Expert: School Cyberattacks

Ask The Expert: School Cyberattacks

November 22, 2022

Recently, Jackson Intermediate School District had to close all public schools in Jackson and Hillsdale counties for multiple days due to a cyberattack. Hackers utilized ransomware to gain control over the School District’s technological infrastructure.

Outstanding Social Science Undergraduates Receive Research Funding via PURI Grant Initiative

Outstanding Social Science Undergraduates Receive Research Funding via PURI Grant Initiative

November 14, 2022 - Emily Jodway

The Fall 2022 Provost’s Undergraduate Research Initiative (PURI) grant recipients were announced this week, with a total of 51 undergraduate students from across the College of Social Science being awarded funding toward faculty-assisted research during the 2022-23 school year.

Student Research Opportunity: TRUSST Lab

November 9, 2022

The TRUSST Lab will be holding a series of Focus Groups for students at Michigan State University to discuss their experiences as students.

Alumni Spotlight: Dani Deetté

Alumni Spotlight: Dani Deetté

November 8, 2022

Dani Deetté is an alumni of the School of Criminal Justice and an actor on multiple hit TV shows.

Graduate Student Spotlight: Esmeralda Portillo

Graduate Student Spotlight: Esmeralda Portillo

November 3, 2022

Esmeralda Portillo is a Graduate Student in the School of Criminal Justice, completing her Masters Degree in Criminal Justice.

MSU SCJ @ ASC!

MSU SCJ @ ASC!

October 28, 2022

A full list of all the MSU School of Criminal Justice Speakers attending ASC!

Dr. Scrivens Wins Early Career Impact Award

Dr. Scrivens Wins Early Career Impact Award

October 26, 2022

Dr. Ryan Scrivens has been named the recipient of the 2022 ASC Division on Terrorism and Bias Crime's Early Career Impact Award!

Dr. Holt Wins Outstanding Contribution Award

Dr. Holt Wins Outstanding Contribution Award

October 14, 2022

Dr. Tom Holt has received the Outstanding Contribution Award from the ASC Division on Cybercrime.

Building Trust Among Communities and Agencies

Building Trust Among Communities and Agencies

September 15, 2022

Practitioners from multiple Universities are partnering with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to address the social and environmental impacts of contaminants.

Social Scientists Partner on Youth Violence Study in Lansing

Social Scientists Partner on Youth Violence Study in Lansing

August 29, 2022 - Emily Jodway

Carole Gibbs and Jennifer Cobbina of the College of Social Science’s Criminal Justice department, along with Psychology research associate Sean Hankins, are in the midst of conducting an ongoing research project with adolescents in the Lansing community.

Steve Francis: 2020 Wall of Fame Inductee

Steve Francis: 2020 Wall of Fame Inductee

July 28, 2022

Steve Francis is an inductee into the 2020 Criminal Justice Wall of Fame and the Acting Executive Associate Director of Homeland Security Investigations.

Tim Plancon: 2021 Wall of Fame Inductee

Tim Plancon: 2021 Wall of Fame Inductee

July 26, 2022

Tim Plancon recently retired as the Assistant Administrator, Chief of Operational Support for the US Drug Enforcement Administration and is an inductee into the 2021 Criminal Justice Wall of Fame.

Dr. Cobbina-Dungy Becomes First Black Full Professor in School

Dr. Cobbina-Dungy Becomes First Black Full Professor in School

July 12, 2022

Dr. Jennifer Cobbina-Dungy has been named a Full Professor, making her the first Black Full Professor in the School of Criminal Justice.

Dr. Sheila Maxwell Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award

Dr. Sheila Maxwell Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award

June 30, 2022

Dr. Sheila Maxwell Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to research governance for environmental sustainability.

Dr. Zeoli Writes Op-Ed For Wall Street Journal

Dr. Zeoli Writes Op-Ed For Wall Street Journal

June 20, 2022

Dr. April Zeoli has written an op-ed for The Wall Street Journal regarding Red Flag Laws.

MSU and MSP Partner To Investigate Cold Cases

MSU and MSP Partner To Investigate Cold Cases

May 23, 2022

The School of Criminal Justice at MSU and the Michigan State Police are collaborating on a cold case unit that pairs students with cold case detectives, criminologists, and experts in the fields related to criminal justice.

Scott Lindahl: 2020 Wall of Fame Inductee

Scott Lindahl: 2020 Wall of Fame Inductee

May 18, 2022

Scott Lindahl is an inductee into the 2020 Criminal Justice Wall of Fame and Vice President of Corporate Services at Kellogg.

Dr. Chris Melde Named School of Criminal Justice Director

Dr. Chris Melde Named School of Criminal Justice Director

May 16, 2022

Dr. Chris Melde has been named the 10th Director of the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University.

Increasing Diversity in SCJ Graduate Programs

Increasing Diversity in SCJ Graduate Programs

May 11, 2022

A team of researchers in the School of Criminal Justice received funding from the MSU Graduate School under the Prospective Doctoral Student Recruitment and Retention Program to enhance inclusion and retention of students from underrepresented groups in the Master’s and Doctoral programs.

Dr. Chris Smith: 2021 Wall of Fame Inductee

Dr. Chris Smith: 2021 Wall of Fame Inductee

May 10, 2022

Dr. Christopher Smith is a 2021 inductee into the School of Criminal Justice Wall of Fame and a Professor at MSU since 1994.

Steve Cerutti: 2020 Wall of Fame Inductee

Steve Cerutti: 2020 Wall of Fame Inductee

April 15, 2022

*Steve Cerutti is an inductee into the 2020 Criminal Justice Wall of Fame*

Ryan Okerstrom: 2021 Wall of Fame Inductee

Ryan Okerstrom: 2021 Wall of Fame Inductee

April 12, 2022

Ryan B. Okerstrom is an inductee into the 2021 Criminal Justice Wall of Fame and the Vice President of Operations for Huffmaster Crisis Response, Inc.

Dr. Wilson Joins Board of Directors for NCPC

Dr. Wilson Joins Board of Directors for NCPC

April 11, 2022

Dr. Jeremy Wilson has joined the Board of Directors for the National Crime Prevention Council after being unanimously approved.

COLD CASE: MSU Students, State Police and Retired SPD Officers Investigating 41-Year-Old Murder

COLD CASE: MSU Students, State Police and Retired SPD Officers Investigating 41-Year-Old Murder

April 8, 2022 - Tran Longmoore

A group of MSU Criminal Justice students is working with the Michigan State Police on solving a 41-year-old Cold Case.

Dr. Zwickle Receives Excellence Award

Dr. Zwickle Receives Excellence Award

March 14, 2022

Dr. Adam Zwickle has received the Excellence Award in Interdisciplinary Scholarship from the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, MSU Chapter.

MSU Researchers Conduct Independent Study of MSP

MSU Researchers Conduct Independent Study of MSP

January 20, 2022

A team of researchers from Michigan State University were commissioned by the Michigan State Police to conduct an independent study analyzing data from traffic stops initiated by State Troopers in 2020

Dr. Cavanagh Receives Tory J. Caeti Award

Dr. Cavanagh Receives Tory J. Caeti Award

January 14, 2022

Dr. Caitlin Cavanagh has received the Tory J. Caeti Award from the ACJS Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Section

Dr. Kutnjak Receives ACJS Award

Dr. Kutnjak Receives ACJS Award

January 12, 2022

Dr. Sanja Kutnjak has received the ACJS International Section Outstanding Book Award

Diversity Torch: Harnoor Kaur

Diversity Torch: Harnoor Kaur

December 20, 2021 - College of Social Science

Harnoor Kaur is a third-year MSU College of Social Science student majoring in Criminal Justice and Political Science, with minors in History, Peace and Justice studies, and Law Justice and Public Policy. Originally from India, Harnoor became a Spartan social scientist after discovering her passion for human rights and discovering opportunities to do work in this area at Michigan State University.

Dr. Cavanagh Receives ACJS Award

Dr. Cavanagh Receives ACJS Award

December 14, 2021

Dr. Cait Cavanagh has received the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences New Scholar Award!

Too Good To Be True

Too Good To Be True

December 8, 2021 - Shaun Tai and Jason Son

Counterfeiting is an ongoing and constantly changing challenge that both consumers and brands must confront. As technologies, products, and laws continue to change, it is crucial that consumers educate themselves about the potential dangers of purchasing counterfeit goods to safeguard themselves from unnecessary harms and make an informed decision while enjoying shopping during this holiday season.

Avoiding Counterfeit Items This Holiday Season

Avoiding Counterfeit Items This Holiday Season

December 2, 2021 - Lisa Moore

With the Holiday Season fast approaching, we are speaking with experts within the School of Criminal Justice to learn how we can keep our information safe and avoid scams. Today we hear from Criminal Justice Graduate Student Lisa Moore on how to avoid counterfeit products.

New Study Focuses on Keeping Intimate Partner Violence Survivors Safe

New Study Focuses on Keeping Intimate Partner Violence Survivors Safe

December 1, 2021

Dr. Chris Maxwell is part of a research team that was recently awarded $3.3 million to study how to keep survivors of intimate partner violence safe.

Dr. Holt and Brenna Helm Receive Award

Dr. Holt and Brenna Helm Receive Award

November 29, 2021

Dr. Karen Holt & Brenna Helm received the 2021-2022 Creating Inclusive Excellence Grant

Cybercrime: How To Keep Your Information Safe This Holiday Season

Cybercrime: How To Keep Your Information Safe This Holiday Season

November 23, 2021

With the Holiday Season fast approaching, we are speaking with experts within the School of Criminal Justice to learn how we can keep our information safe and avoid scams. Today, we hear from Dr. Tom Holt on how to protect our information from cybercriminals.

Dr. Zeoli Featured in The Problem with Jon Stewart

Dr. Zeoli Featured in The Problem with Jon Stewart

November 18, 2021

Dr. April Zeoli was featured on a recent episode of The Problem with Jon Stewart discussing the link between domestic violence and gun violence.

Vulnerability and Trust

Vulnerability and Trust

November 9, 2021

Dr. Joe Hamm recently participated in a RMI Research Seminar where he discussed Vulnerability and Trust.

Dr. Jennifer Cobbina-Dungy Receives Award From UMSL

Dr. Jennifer Cobbina-Dungy Receives Award From UMSL

October 18, 2021

Dr. Jennifer Cobbina-Dungy was recognized as a distinguished alumni from the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Dr. Karen Holt Receives Faculty Award

Dr. Karen Holt Receives Faculty Award

October 17, 2021

Dr. Karen Holt has received the Faculty Award from the Delta Tau Lambda Sorority, Eta Chapter.

Dr. Chermak Receives Distinguished Scholar Award from ASC DTBC

Dr. Chermak Receives Distinguished Scholar Award from ASC DTBC

October 14, 2021

Dr. Steve Chermak has received the American Society of Criminology (ASC) Division on Terrorism and Bias Crimes' 2021 Distinguished Scholar Award!

Dr. DeJong Receives ASC Teaching Award

Dr. DeJong Receives ASC Teaching Award

October 13, 2021

Dr. Christina DeJong has received the American Society of Criminology (ASC) Teaching Award for her commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate level teaching throughout her academic career.

Diversity Spotlight: Jess Truong

Diversity Spotlight: Jess Truong

May 26, 2021

Jess Truong is a Junior at Michigan State University majoring in Criminal Justice and minoring in Law and Public Policy, Security Risk Management, and Computer Science.

Ask The Expert: Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack

Ask The Expert: Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack

May 11, 2021

Dr. Tom Holt answers questions about the recent Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack.

Interview with Alexandra Gormely: Criminal Justice Outstanding Senior

Interview with Alexandra Gormely: Criminal Justice Outstanding Senior

May 5, 2021

Alexandra Gormely has been named the 2021 Criminal Justice Outstanding Senior.

Congratulations Class of 2021!

May 5, 2021

Congratulations to the Class of 2021!

Dr. Cavanagh Receives Early Career Research Contribution Award

Dr. Cavanagh Receives Early Career Research Contribution Award

April 12, 2021

Dr. Caitlin Cavanagh recently received the Early Career Research Contribution Award from the Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD). This award is the Society’s most prestigious award for early career developmental psychologists.

Diversity Spotlight: Jay Kennedy

Diversity Spotlight: Jay Kennedy

February 23, 2021

Dr. Jay Kennedy is an Assistant Professor in the School of Criminal Justice and Assistant Director of Research for the A-CAPP Center at MSU.

Diversity Spotlight: Devin McClenton

Diversity Spotlight: Devin McClenton

February 19, 2021

Devin McClenton is an alumni of the School of Criminal Justice who is part of Facebook's IP Escalation Team.

Diversity Spotlight: Jennifer Cobbina

Diversity Spotlight: Jennifer Cobbina

February 16, 2021

Jennifer Cobbina is an Associate Professor in the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University. Her primary research focuses on the issue of corrections, prisoner reentry and the understanding of recidivism and desistance among recently released female offenders.

An Interview With Incoming MSUPD Chief Marlon Lynch

February 5, 2021

We recently sat down with Criminal Justice alumnus Marlon Lynch, incoming MSU Vice President of Public Safety and Chief of the MSU Police Department.

Diversity Spotlight: Kaelyn Sanders

Diversity Spotlight: Kaelyn Sanders

February 4, 2021

Kaelyn Sanders is a Doctoral Student in the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University who's research interests focus on justice-involved women and their life stories.

Online Masters in Criminal Justice Program Among Best In The Nation

January 26, 2021

The Online Masters Program in Criminal Justice has been ranked #5 in U.S. News & World Report's Top 10 rankings!

A Conversation with Dave Porteous

A Conversation with Dave Porteous

January 21, 2021

Dr. Tom Holt sat down with Criminal Justice alumnus Dave Porteous for an Ask-Me-Anything style discussion to learn more about his career and thoughts on what current students can do to succeed in the field.

Congratulations Dr. John Hudzik!

Congratulations Dr. John Hudzik!

January 20, 2021

The School of Criminal Justice recognizes Professor John Hudzik for his hard work and dedication to Michigan State University and Higher Education globally.

Dr. David Carter on the Recent Riots at the Capitol

Dr. David Carter on the Recent Riots at the Capitol

January 8, 2021

Dr. David Carter, an expert on Law Enforcement Intelligence and Violent Crime Control, discusses the riots at the United States Capitol.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Caitie Ladd

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Caitie Ladd

January 8, 2021

Caitie Ladd is a Junior at Michigan State University studying Criminal Justice and a member of the Michigan State University Spartan Softball team.

Dr. Chermak Receives ACJS Outstanding Mentor Award

Dr. Chermak Receives ACJS Outstanding Mentor Award

January 4, 2021

Dr. Steve Chermak has received the ACJS Outstanding Mentor Award.

To Our Fall 2020 Graduates

December 18, 2020

Congratulations to our Fall 2020 graduates! We are proud to soon call you alumni as you join over 12,000 other Criminal Justice alumni working to #AdvanceJustice.

Dr. Holt on Recent U.S. Cyberattack

Dr. Holt on Recent U.S. Cyberattack

December 15, 2020

The United States recently announced that they were among the many countries and organizations targeted in an ongoing cyberattack that likely originated as far back as March or June of 2020.

Dr. Chermak On Two Research Teams with NIJ Funding

Dr. Chermak On Two Research Teams with NIJ Funding

November 5, 2020

Dr. Steve Chermak is part of two different research teams that received funding from the National Institute of Justice.

Dr. Cobbina Receives Coramae Richey Mann Award

Dr. Cobbina Receives Coramae Richey Mann Award

November 4, 2020

Dr. Jennifer Cobbina has received the ASC Division on People of Color and Crime Coramae Richey Mann Award for her contributions of scholarship on race, ethnicity, crime, and justice.

Public Safety Memorial: Trooper Caleb Starr

Public Safety Memorial: Trooper Caleb Starr

October 19, 2020

Please join us in remembering the life of Trooper Starr.

Preventing Ideologically Motivated Cyberattacks and Online Violence

Preventing Ideologically Motivated Cyberattacks and Online Violence

October 16, 2020

Dr. Tom Holt and Dr. Steve Chermak have partnered with Dr. Joshua Freilich (John Jay College) for their project Assessing the Life Histories and Background of Ideologically Motivated Actors Engaging in Cyberattacks and Online Violence.

Scrivens & Chermak Receive Funding to Conduct a Campbell Systematic Review

Scrivens & Chermak Receive Funding to Conduct a Campbell Systematic Review

October 13, 2020

Dr. Ryan Scrivens and Dr. Steve Chermak are teaming up with researchers from the U.S., Canada, and Australia on a one-year project titled Scientific Knowledge and Approaches to Defining and Measuring Hate Crime, Hate Speech and Hate Incidents.

Diversity Spotlight: Anna Semidei

Diversity Spotlight: Anna Semidei

October 12, 2020

Anna Semidei is a Junior studying Criminal Justice and Spanish at Michigan State University.

Diversity Spotlight: Dr. Karen Holt

Diversity Spotlight: Dr. Karen Holt

October 6, 2020

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month we are featuring some of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni who are working to advance justice. This feature is about Assistant Professor Dr. Karen Holt.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Ryan Dennany

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Ryan Dennany

September 21, 2020

Ryan Dennany is a Junior at Michigan State University who joined the School of Criminal Justice in 2018 after serving in the United States Army.

Alumni Spotlight Series: Nicole Thompson

Alumni Spotlight Series: Nicole Thompson

August 14, 2020

Nicole Thompson is an alumni of the School of Criminal Justice and Administrative Lieutenant at the Oakland University Police Department. Recently, she was selected for the Oakland County Executive’s Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2020.

Ariel Roddy Receives Award From ASC Division on Women and Crime

July 2, 2020

Ariel Roddy received an award from the ASC Division on Women and Crime for her proposal: Social Capital, Spatial Mismatch, and Employment for Women Offenders.

Dr. Hamm & Dr. Zwickle Awarded Tenure

Dr. Hamm & Dr. Zwickle Awarded Tenure

June 26, 2020

Dr. Joe Hamm and Dr. Adam Zwickle have been awarded tenure.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Kaylee Kern

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Kaylee Kern

June 12, 2020

Kaylee Kern is a student at Michigan State University studying Accounting and Criminal Justice.

Identifying Extremism In Online Forums

Identifying Extremism In Online Forums

June 11, 2020

People engaging in violent extremism are connecting and communicating online. Identifying these individuals through their posting behaviors may help prevent future physical violence.

A Message from SCJ on Recent Disturbing Events

A Message from SCJ on Recent Disturbing Events

June 1, 2020

In light of recent, disturbing events the School of Criminal Justice has issued a message to its members reaffirming our commitment to our role as an allies and advocates.

How COVID-19 Is Impacting Prisons

How COVID-19 Is Impacting Prisons

May 29, 2020

Dr. Jennifer Cobbina discusses the impact COVID-19 is having on prisons.

Dr. Tom Holt Named School of Criminal Justice Director

Dr. Tom Holt Named School of Criminal Justice Director

May 15, 2020

Dr. Tom Holt has been named as the new Director of the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University.

Congratulations to the Class of 2020

May 1, 2020

Congratulations to the Class of 2020. Although the end of your collegiate career is not what you had originally expected, it does not diminish your accomplishments and we are proud of your success - go green!

Protecting Yourself From the Latest Internet Sex Crime

Protecting Yourself From the Latest Internet Sex Crime

April 20, 2020

Researchers from Michigan State University released a study on "sextortion" - a less-known internet crime that poses a threat to adults and minors - that sheds light on the importance of protecting the public from online criminals.

Dr. DeJong Receives Teaching Innovation Award

April 16, 2020

Dr. Christina DeJong was awarded the College of Social Science Teaching Innovation Award.

Message from Interim Dean Designee Mary Finn

March 31, 2020

A message from Interim Dean Designee Mary Finn and Responsible Administrator April Zeoli

Dr. Mary Finn Recommended to be College of Social Science Interim Dean

Dr. Mary Finn Recommended to be College of Social Science Interim Dean

March 25, 2020

MSU Interim Provost Terry Sullivan has recommended to the Board of Trustees that Dr. Mary Finn be named as the Interim Dean for the College of Social Science.

Graduate Student Spotlight: Jin Lee

Graduate Student Spotlight: Jin Lee

March 17, 2020

Jin R. Lee is a Doctoral Student in the School of Criminal Justice, currently in his 3rd year of study.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Isaac Slajus

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Isaac Slajus

March 9, 2020

Isaac Slajus is a Senior studying Criminal Justice at Michigan State University with a minor in Conservation, Recreation, and Environmental Enforcement.

2020 Career Fair a Success

2020 Career Fair a Success

February 14, 2020

The 2020 Criminal Justice Career Fair allowed for over 80 agencies and nearly 400 students to interact, network, and obtain multiple open positions.

Meet Erinn Acland

Meet Erinn Acland

February 7, 2020

Erinn Acland is a visiting doctoral student from the University of Toronto, working with Dr. Caitlin Cavanagh on research projects related to juvenile risk assessment and detention.

Applying Situational Crime Prevention to Mass Violence

Applying Situational Crime Prevention to Mass Violence

January 20, 2020

Dr. Steve Chermak and Brent Klein (Doctoral Student) argue that Situational Crime Prevention (SCP) strategies could be applied to prevent mass violence and to mitigate the harms these types of crime causes.

Top 10 in Rankings

Top 10 in Rankings

January 14, 2020

The School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University has ranked in the Top 10 when it comes to Best Online Criminal Justice Programs, according to U.S. News and World Report.

Dr. Morash Receives Beal Outstanding Faculty Award

Dr. Morash Receives Beal Outstanding Faculty Award

January 6, 2020

Dr. Merry Morash has been awarded the MSU William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award for her remarkable service to the University.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Jalon Nelson

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Jalon Nelson

December 11, 2019

Jalon Nelson is a Senior at Michigan State University studying Criminal Justice with a minor in Youth & Society.

Alumni Spotlight Series: Steve Cerutti

Alumni Spotlight Series: Steve Cerutti

November 20, 2019

As a child, Steve Cerutti wanted to be a police officer or a soldier, throughout his career he became both.

Dr. John Hudzik Receives IEAA Award

Dr. John Hudzik Receives IEAA Award

November 1, 2019

School of Criminal Justice Professor, Dr. John Hudzik, was recently awarded the International Education Association of Australia's Excellence Award in recognition of his distinguished life-long contribution to international education on a global scale.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: The Cole Twins

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: The Cole Twins

October 31, 2019

Maggie and Meghan Cole are Criminal Justice majors, on the Dean’s list, MSU Spartan Field Hockey teammates, want to work in law enforcement after graduating, have grandparents who were police officers, and are twins!

Faculty Spotlight Series: Chris Melde

October 29, 2019

Dr. Chris Melde is a Professor, Director of Graduate Studies, and Associate Director in the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University. Chris’ research interests focus on youth violence issues, especially as they relate to prevention and intervention programming, street gangs, and youth perceptions of victimization risk.

Meet the 2019 Alpha Phi Sigma E-Board

October 22, 2019

Alpha Phi Sigma (APS) is the nationally recognized honor society for criminal justice students. With more than 250 chapters nationwide, APS is made up of student members who share a commitment to learning and improving the criminal justice field.

Fiona Chan Receives DOJ/NIJ Funding

October 14, 2019

MSU CJ Graduate Student Fiona Chan was recently awarded Department of Justice/National Institute of Justice funding for her research project titled: Enhancing Corporate Crime Enforcement with Machine Learning - A Multidisciplinary Risk Factor Approach.

Project Safe Neighborhoods International Exchange (1 Year Later)

October 11, 2019 - Heather Perez

Approximately one year ago, a delegation of 24 Chilean justice system representatives and community members visited Atlanta, Georgia to learn about the United States Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Georgia’s Project Safe Neighborhoods supported Drug Market Intervention (DMI) initiative in the English Avenue neighborhood.

Alumni Spotlight Series: Arielle Morgan

Alumni Spotlight Series: Arielle Morgan

October 8, 2019

Arielle Morgan is a recent alumnus of the Michigan State University School of Criminal Justice who was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan.

Meet the 2019 ACJA E-Board

Meet the 2019 ACJA E-Board

October 3, 2019

The American Criminal Justice Association (ACJA) is one of the many on-campus student groups that any student at Michigan State University can join.

Staff Spotlight Series: Tim Homberg

Staff Spotlight Series: Tim Homberg

September 23, 2019

Tim Homberg is the Career Development Coordinator with the School of Criminal Justice and MSU Football Season Ticket holder since 1990.

School of Criminal Justice Crosses Town For a Showdown

School of Criminal Justice Crosses Town For a Showdown

September 5, 2019

The School of Criminal Justice attended the annual Crosstown Showdown between the Lansing Lugnuts and the MSU Spartan Baseball Team.

Dr. Zeoli Partaking in Congressional Briefing

Dr. Zeoli Partaking in Congressional Briefing

September 3, 2019

Dr. April Zeoli has been asked to present on domestic violence, firearm restrictions, and mass shooters at the 2019 George Mason University Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy Congressional Briefing.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Nick Doyle

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Nick Doyle

September 2, 2019

Nick Doyle is a sophomore at Michigan State University, an avid iced coffee lover, horror movie hater, and quadruplet…and yes, all three of his brothers also attend MSU!

MSU and Yale Social Scientists Team Up on $2 Million Grant to Study Firearms and Intimate Partner Violence

MSU and Yale Social Scientists Team Up on $2 Million Grant to Study Firearms and Intimate Partner Violence

August 20, 2019 - Liz Schondelmayer

Social scientist Dr. Christopher Maxwell, a professor in the School of Criminal Justice, is collaborating with Dr. Tami Sullivan from the Yale University School of Medicine to better understand the relationship between the use of firearms and intimate partner violence.

Introducing Wally Wojciechowski

Introducing Wally Wojciechowski

August 20, 2019

Wally Wojciechowski is an incoming Assistant Professor with the School of Criminal Justice, who will be teaching introductory Criminal Justice courses.

Introducing Ryan Scrivens

Introducing Ryan Scrivens

August 15, 2019

The School of Criminal Justice would like to welcome Assistant Professor Ryan Scrivens to the School! Dr. Scrivens joins us from Concordia University, where he was a Horizon Postdoctoral Fellow.

Graduate Student Spotlight: Christine Kwiatkowski

Graduate Student Spotlight: Christine Kwiatkowski

August 13, 2019

This month’s Graduate Student Spotlight highlights Christine Kwiatkowski, a dual PhD entering her 5th year. Christine is currently working towards a PhD in Criminal Justice and a PhD in Neuroscience.

Faculty Spotlight Series: Scott Wolfe

Faculty Spotlight Series: Scott Wolfe

July 31, 2019

Dr. Scott Wolfe is an Associate Professor with the School of Criminal Justice whose research interests include policing, organizational justice, legitimacy, and criminological theory (specifically predictors of crime behavior).

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Rachel Striks

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Rachel Striks

July 24, 2019

Rachel Striks is a Senior at Michigan State University studying Criminal Justice with minors in Conservation, Recreation, and Environmental Enforcement and Leadership of Organizations.

Teeing Up "Fore" Scholarships

July 24, 2019

On Friday, 136 golfers braved the heat to tee off in the 37th Annual Tournament of Friendship at Wheatfield Valley Golf Course in Williamston, Michigan.

Dr. Melde Promoted To Full Professor

July 18, 2019

The School of Criminal Justice would like to congratulate Dr. Chris Melde on his recent promotion to Full Professor.

Staff Spotlight Series: Melissa Christle

July 8, 2019

Melissa Christle is the Graduate Secretary for the School of Criminal Justice, who will be celebrating her 20 year anniversary with the department in October, 2019!

Faculty Spotlight Series: Carole Gibbs

Faculty Spotlight Series: Carole Gibbs

June 24, 2019

Dr. Carole Gibbs is an Associate Professor studying corporate crime and how context shapes decision making and crime from an interdisciplinary lens.

Derrick Franke Facilitates First Ever Taped Victim/Offender Dialogue in Indiana's History

Derrick Franke Facilitates First Ever Taped Victim/Offender Dialogue in Indiana's History

June 21, 2019

Derrick Franke facilitated Indiana's first ever taped victim/offender dialogue as part of CNN's The Redemption Project.

Alumni Spotlight: Daniel Young

Alumni Spotlight: Daniel Young

June 14, 2019

Dan Young is a passionate professional and inventor, developing philanthropist, and all-around nice guy. He is also an alumni of the School of Criminal Justice, Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Circadian Risk, mentor, and movie buff.

Dr. Rojek & Dr. Wolfe Part of Team Commissioned By Phoenix Police

Dr. Rojek & Dr. Wolfe Part of Team Commissioned By Phoenix Police

May 22, 2019

In 2018 the Phoenix Police Department saw a record breaking number of police shootings. Startled by the increase, the Phoenix police chief commissioned a report to try understanding why these shootings were happening.

Robert Peacock receives ACJS award

Robert Peacock receives ACJS award

May 14, 2019

Doctoral graduate Robert Peacock was awarded the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences’ Michael C. Braswell / Routledge Outstanding Dissertation Award for his dissertation at the annual ACJS conference in March 2019.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Natalie Hix

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Natalie Hix

May 3, 2019

Natalie Hix is a senior at Michigan State University dual majoring in Criminal Justice and Middle East Studies who hopes to work in the field of counterterrorism after graduation.

Congratulations 2019 Spring Graduates!

Congratulations 2019 Spring Graduates!

May 3, 2019

The School of Criminal Justice would like to congratulate our Spring 2019 graduates!

Wall of Fame 2019 Inductees

Wall of Fame 2019 Inductees

April 25, 2019

The School of Criminal Justice inducted three more alumni into the Wall of Fame on April 24th, 2019, Marlon Lynch, Thomas Brooks, and Dr. John Smykla.

The Even Darker Side of the Dark Web

The Even Darker Side of the Dark Web

April 22, 2019

Dr. Thomas Holt and Mikaela Wallin recently published their study on the firearms trade on the Dark Web. Little is known about the firearms trade on the Dark Web Photo of Thomas Holt– such little is known that Dr. Tom Holt likened it to a black hole.

McGarrell Receives College Award

McGarrell Receives College Award

April 19, 2019

School of Criminal Justice Professor Dr. Ed McGarrell was announced as the recipient of the College of Social Science Faculty Research Award.

6th Annual Conference on Cybercrime

6th Annual Conference on Cybercrime

April 19, 2019

The 6th Annual Interdisciplinary Conference on Cybercrime featured over twenty experts and industry leaders.

CJ Members Race Through Izzo Legacy 5K

CJ Members Race Through Izzo Legacy 5K

April 16, 2019

The first ever Izzo Legacy Run/Walk took place on Saturday April 13th, raising nearly $25,000 for a range of charities including the MSU Student Food Bank and MSU Safe Place in addition to many more.

MSU ACJA Professional Weekend

April 10, 2019

Students from ACJA, one of the School of Criminal Justice's student organizations, hosted a professional weekend trip to Detroit, Michigan.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Hazal Bulut & Casey Guthrie

April 8, 2019

Hazal Bulut & Casey Guthrie, Juniors at Michigan State University, studied abroad in Warsaw, Poland over the Summer of 2018.

Dr. Liebler is an ISS Teaching Excellence Award Finalist

Dr. Liebler is an ISS Teaching Excellence Award Finalist

April 4, 2019

Dr. Liebler was announced as a finalist for an ISS Teaching Excellence Award.

Top 10

March 19, 2019

For the second year in a row, our online master's program in Criminal Justice is ranked #10 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report!

2019 Career Fair a Success

February 22, 2019

The 2019 Criminal Justice Career Fair was one of our best yet with over 80 agencies looking to hire for multiple open positions in their companies and roughly 330 students in attendance.

Dr. David Carter Interviewed For Oral History of Criminology

Dr. David Carter Interviewed For Oral History of Criminology

February 7, 2019

Dr. David Carter has been interviewed as part of the ongoing Oral History of Criminology project. He is the 2nd professor in MSU's history to have been interviewed.

Rachel Boratto Receives SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship

February 5, 2019

Congratulations Rachel Boratto!

Kelly Tebay Returns to MSU

Kelly Tebay Returns to MSU

January 9, 2019

Kelly Tebay, a Criminal Justice alumni, has returned to MSU and is hoping to bring change with her as she starts her role as an incoming Board of Trustee Member.

Deck The Baker Halls

Deck The Baker Halls

December 8, 2018

To celebrate the Holiday season, and in the spirit of friendly competition, the School of Criminal Justice held its first Holiday Door Decorating Contest.

CJ Students Step Up and Give Back

CJ Students Step Up and Give Back

December 7, 2018

A group of Criminal Justice students work up early to volunteer with Shop with a Cop. The event is in its 15th year of operation.

Dr. Morash Wins DPCC Award

Dr. Morash Wins DPCC Award

November 30, 2018

Dr. Morash is the recipient of the ASC Division on People of Color and Crime Lifetime Achievement Award.

Project Safe Neighborhoods International Exchange

Project Safe Neighborhoods International Exchange

November 27, 2018

Heather Perez, Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator, facilitated an international exchange of Chilean justice system representatives and a team of criminal justice officials and community members in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dr. Chermak: Minutes to Months

Dr. Chermak: Minutes to Months

November 19, 2018

Leading terrorism experts – including Dr. Chermak – from the United States, Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom came together to study the impacts of social media after terror events.

U.S. Secret Service Visit a Hit with Student Leaders

U.S. Secret Service Visit a Hit with Student Leaders

November 7, 2018

Seven undergraduate students in the MSU School of Criminal Justice, who serve as student leaders of two of our student organizations, were recently afforded an exciting opportunity to gain insight into the U.S. Secret Service and the important role that they play.

Dr. Nalla wins Gerhard O.W. Mueller Award

Dr. Nalla wins Gerhard O.W. Mueller Award

November 2, 2018

Dr. Mahesh Nalla will be presented with the prestigious Gerhard O.W. Mueller Award at the 2019 Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences meeting in March.

Faculty Spotlight Series: Phil Schertzing

Faculty Spotlight Series: Phil Schertzing

October 25, 2018

Phil Schertzing is what some would call a Renaissance Man; having earned multiple degrees in various fields of study, a career that has spanned 41 years, and is an avid historian, volunteer, and word traveler.

Dr. Cobbina Speaks at Congressional Briefing

Dr. Cobbina Speaks at Congressional Briefing

October 19, 2018

The American Society of Criminology (ASC) Division on Women and Crime (DWC) hosted their first ever Congressional Briefing on Capitol Hill with an audience of legislative aides, criminal justice practitioners, federal agency representatives, and faculty and students from local universities in attendance.

Graduate Student Spotlight: Marva Goodson

Graduate Student Spotlight: Marva Goodson

October 12, 2018

Marva Goodson is a fifth year PhD Student in the School of Criminal Justice who was recently named a Ford Foundation Scholar.

Congratulations Maureen Conner!

Congratulations Maureen Conner!

October 8, 2018

The School of Criminal Justice recognizes Professor Maureen Conner for her hard work and dedication to the School of Criminal Justice.

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Madeleine Dahm

Undergraduate Student Spotlight: Madeleine Dahm

October 5, 2018

Madeleine Dahm is a Junior at Michigan State University pursuing a degree in International Relations and Criminal Justice with a minor in Security Management. Recently, Madeleine received the Gupta Values Scholarship; a Scholarship that is granted to students who “embody the specific values of integrity, dignity, excellence, and creativity.”

Doctoral Students Win Paper Competition

October 5, 2018

The School of Criminal Justice would like to congratulate 3rd year PhD Students Daniel Abad and Matthew Almanza for winning the 2018 Midwestern Criminal Justice Association (MCJA) Student Paper Competition for their paper titled “A Modified Approach to In-School Victimization, Authoritative School Climate, and Student Feelings of Safety.”

Faculty Spotlight Series: Karen Holt

Faculty Spotlight Series: Karen Holt

September 17, 2018

Dr. Holt joined the School of Criminal Justice in 2013 as an Adjunct Professor before being promoted to Assistant Professor in 2016.

School of Criminal Justice Raids Crosstown Showdown

School of Criminal Justice Raids Crosstown Showdown

September 7, 2018

The annual Crosstown Showdown in between the Lansing Lugnuts and MSU Spartans, took place on Tuesday, September 4th, and the School of Criminal Justice was in attendance to cheer for their fellow Spartans.

Introducing Julie Krupa

Introducing Julie Krupa

August 29, 2018

Join us in welcoming the newest addition to the Criminal Justice team – Post Doctoral Research Associate Julie Krupa!

Dr. Finn Joins Presidential Search Committee

Dr. Finn Joins Presidential Search Committee

August 28, 2018

School of Criminal Justice Director Mary Finn was recently announced as a member of the MSU Presidential Search Committee.

Alumni Spotlight Series: Jeffrey Senese

Alumni Spotlight Series: Jeffrey Senese

July 19, 2018

Dr. Jeffrey Senese is an alumni of the School of Criminal Justice and current president of Saint Leo University, Florida's first Catholic University.

CJ Faculty Shed Light on Drones

July 18, 2018

The advancement of drone technology has spurred one of the hottest debates across the globe. Specifically: how to balance public safety and privacy with the freedom to use a drone.

Dr. Zeoli Speaking at TEDMED Conference

Dr. Zeoli Speaking at TEDMED Conference

July 11, 2018

Dr. April Zeoli will be joining 23 other scholars to participate in the TEDMED Conference in Palm Springs, California this November.

Parents of Juvenile Offenders Don't Lost Hope

Parents of Juvenile Offenders Don't Lost Hope

July 10, 2018

Mothers only want the best for their children and are often their biggest supporter - saying (and sometimes believing) that their children can become anything they dream of.

Congratulations to the 13th Class of the School of Staff and Command

Congratulations to the 13th Class of the School of Staff and Command

July 9, 2018

The School of Criminal Justice would like to congratulate the thirty graduates of the 13th class of the School of Staff & Command.

Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy Honors Dr. Ed McGarrell

Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy Honors Dr. Ed McGarrell

June 28, 2018

The George Mason University Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy (CEBCP) recently awarded Dr. Ed McGarrell with their Distinguished Achievement Award.

Professor Mahesh Nalla Quoted in Recent New York Times Article

Professor Mahesh Nalla Quoted in Recent New York Times Article

May 23, 2018

Dr. Mahesh Nalla was quoted in a recent New York Times article titled: Violent Arrest at Century 21 Casts Spotlight on Security Guards.

MasterCard Foundation Scholar Graduating From MSU CJ

May 14, 2018

Arhin Acheampong came to MSU as part of the prestigious MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program. Now he is graduating.

Associate Professor April Zeoli Joins Research Team With NIH Funding

Associate Professor April Zeoli Joins Research Team With NIH Funding

April 26, 2018

Dr. April Zeoli has joined the Firearm-Safety Among Children & Teams Consortium. The consortium is being funded by a five-million-dollar, five-year grant from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NIH).

CJ Student Awarded CyberCorps Scholarship

CJ Student Awarded CyberCorps Scholarship

April 24, 2018

Criminal Justice student Mattisen Stonhouse has been awarded the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service Program at Northeastern (a scholarship program that is funded by the National Science Foundation).

Marva Goodson Named Social Networks & Health Fellow

Marva Goodson Named Social Networks & Health Fellow

April 24, 2018

Marva Goodson has been awarded a Social Networks and Health Fellowship from the Duke Network Analysis Center (DNAC).

Grand Opening of the Lowe's Lounge

April 24, 2018

The break room that had served the School of Criminal Justice for well over twenty years has recently gotten a face-lift due to the generosity of Lowe's and our fantastic Alumni who work there.

Christine Kwiatkowski is a F.A.S.T. Fellow

April 13, 2018

Christine Kwiatkowski has been selected as a F.A.S.T. (Future Academic Scholars in Teaching) Fellow for the 2018-2019 Academic Year.

Marva Goodson Awarded Ford Foundation Fellowship

Marva Goodson Awarded Ford Foundation Fellowship

April 13, 2018

The Fellowships Office of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine awarded Marva Goodson with a Ford Foundation 2018 Dissertation Fellowship.

David Carter on Two Police Forces in East Lansing

David Carter on Two Police Forces in East Lansing

April 6, 2018

The Spartan Newsroom recently interviewed David Carter on the benefits of East Lansing having two police farms in such close proximity working together.

Tom Holt Pens Op-Ed For The Conversation

Tom Holt Pens Op-Ed For The Conversation

March 30, 2018

Professor Tom Holt recently wrote an Op-Ed for The Conversation discussing the ways the European Union has been combating Russia's fake news campaigns.

Breaking the Silence Surrounding Human Trafficking

March 29, 2018

The MSU School of Criminal Justice and the MSU School of Social Work will be hosting a screening of Break The Chain.

Professor David Carter Interviewed in The Columbus Dispatch Article

Professor David Carter Interviewed in The Columbus Dispatch Article

March 26, 2018

Professor David Carter was recently quoted in an article in The Columbus Dispatch titled "Information on Some Columbus Homicide Victims Withheld."

Director Mary Finn Wrote An Op-Ed For HuffPost

Director Mary Finn Wrote An Op-Ed For HuffPost

March 20, 2018

Director of the School of Criminal Justice, Mary Finn, wrote an Op-Ed for HuffPost.

Professor Steve Chermak Quoted In Article on Far-Right Extremism

Professor Steve Chermak Quoted In Article on Far-Right Extremism

March 17, 2018

Dr. Steve Chermak was quoted in a recent article titled "Far right, not Islam, drives most extremist violence in region and elsewhere."

Introducing The MSU Student Cold Case Unit

Introducing The MSU Student Cold Case Unit

February 27, 2018

The MSU Cold Case Unit is a organization founded on the campus of Michigan State University in the spring of 2018.