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A comprehensive introduction to the substantive law of crimes. Topics include: constitutional limits on behavior control; elements of crimes; offenses against people, property, public morality; criminal responsibility and defenses.
18 Agassiz Circle Buffalo, NY 14214 (716) 880-2200 www.medaille.edu
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CRJ 201 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL LAW
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As a Criminal Justice major, you may find field experience opportunities in law enforcement agencies, public defenders’ offices, private security firms, and pretrial services. Employment projections show that Criminal Justice is an area of current growth and future need.
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Strong emphasis is placed on helping students gain a practical, working knowledge of criminal law and criminal procedure, two essential areas for those entering the Criminal Justice field. Criminal investigation is also taught through lecture and lab work, which introduces students to the nuances of collecting, preserving and analyzing evidence.
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510 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 886-8333 1(800) 528-1234 www.bestwestern.com
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(dial 880 then extension to call directly) Housing and Residence Life .................................ext. Orientation ..........................................................ext. Student Affairs.....................................................ext. Health Services.....................................................ext. Public Safety ........................................................ext. Disability Office ....................................................ext. Advisement..........................................................ext. Financial Aid ........................................................ext. Student Accounts ................................................ext. Registrars .............................................................ext. Information & Technology (Computer Services)...........................................ext. Counseling Services .............................................ext.
Criminal Justice students are taught by professionals currently working in the field. Through classroom and field experiences, students learn the underlying theories and principles of criminology, the elements of crimes, the details of the criminal justice system, and the roles of people within the legal system.
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The Criminal Justice program is based on advice and input from the area’s top law enforcement experts -- police officers, judges, attorneys and corrections officials. As a result, it is the most comprehensive and current program offered in Western New York. With the need for qualified professionals to respond to the growing threats of terrorism, our students are prepared to enter the world of security and enforcement.
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Law and Order. Criminal Minds. CSI. Television shows with legal and criminal themes only give a glimpse of what Criminal Justice is all about, but in the real world, crimes and mysteries are not resolved neatly in an hour.
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� Student for a Day � Environmental Sustainability; Bringing the “Academic” to Life!
Saturday, October 13, 2007
� Breakfast, Sullivan Campus Center � International Festival Dinner � Hypnotist Joshua Seth
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� Brunch, Sullivan Campus Center � Women’s Soccer vs. Penn State-Altoona � Men’s Soccer vs. Penn State-Altoona
Criminal Justice
Medaille College
Criminal Justice Bachelor of Science
The Criminal Justice program provides rigorous training to students desiring a career in law enforcement, or those eventually obtaining a graduate degree. The College’s goal is to produce graduates who, having been trained in procedures and law by working professionals, are ready to embark on promising and expanding careers in law enforcement agencies. The College stresses the importance of gaining work experience that is related to a student’s major program of study. In the Criminal Justice program, students have the opportunity to fulfill six credit hours worth of handson learning through field experiences. This aspect of a student’s education involves spending up to 120 hours in the field. As a Criminal Justice major, you may find experience opportunities in law enforcement agencies, public defenders offices, private security firms, and pretrial services. Credit Distribution General Education Component ENG 110 College Writing II (3) ENG 200 Analytical Writing (3) **GEN 110 Introduction to Critical Thought (3) GEN 220 A Global Perspective on Colonial North America (3) GEN 230 Creative Expression (3) GEN 240 Scientific Discovery (3) GEN 410 Baccalaureate Capstone I (3) GEN 411 Baccalaureate Capstone II (3) *MAT 114 Intermediate Algebra (3) MAT 201 Statistics and Society (3) SPE 130 Fundamentals of Public Speaking (3) Minimum General Education Credit Hours 30
Career Component CRJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice (3) CRJ 160 Crime and Society (3) CRJ 170 Law Enforcement Ethics (3) CRJ 201 Introduction to Criminal Law (3) CRJ 240 Criminal Courts and Procedures (3) CRJ 250 Social Issues in Policing a Multicultural Community (3) CRJ 301 Criminal Investigation I (3) CRJ 303 Criminal Investigation I Lab (1) CRJ 340 Corrections (3) CRJ 350 Community Policing (3) CRJ 420 Senior Seminar/Topics (3) CRJ 377 Field Experience I (3) CRJ 477 Field Experience II (3) Minimum Career Credit Hours: 37 Elective Study Area Component (12) Physical Education Component PED (Any) Physical Education Electives (2) Liberal Arts and Sciences Component PHI 300 Ethics (3) PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology (3) SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology (3) Any U.S. History or Political Science Course (3) Social Sciences Elective (6) (May include any APY, CRJ, ECO, GEO, HIS, POL, PSY, SSC, SOC course) Liberal Arts and Sciences Electives (6) (May include any APY, ART, BIO, CHE, CRJ, ECO, ENG, FRE, GEN, GEO, HIS, HUM, LNG, MAT, MMS, PHI, PHY, POL, PSY, RDG, SSC, SOC, SPA, SPE, THE course) Free Elective Component (12) (May include any College course) Total 120 credit hours *Required of first-year students; all other students must substitute a Liberal Arts and Sciences Elective. **Students who meet the math competency must substitute a Free Elective.
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