50 • THE GRIFFON • Spring 2012
ONLINE EDUCATION
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Access a Nebraska University Wherever You Are By Laura Wiese Marketing Director University of Nebraska Online Worldwide
The University of Nebraska has a rich history of delivering distance education for more than 100 years. Now, students can access the respected faculty and student resources of this four-campus system online. Founded in 1869, the University of Nebraska is a traditional “brick and mortar” school that has long been a leader in offering access to a high-quality education to students across the state and around the world.Through the programs offered by its campuses – Kearney, Lincoln, Omaha and the Medical Center – online students can choose from more than 130 degree and certificate programs, from bachelor degree completion to doctoral level.
Two New Criminal Justice are designed as degree completion Programs to Advance Your Career programs and accept over 60 credit
The newest online offerings from the University of Nebraska include a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) and a Bachelor of General Studies with concentration in Criminology and Criminal Justice (BGS CRCJ). Both options
hours in transfer. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts sustained growth in the field of criminal justice. At the same time, hiring standards in the field are becoming increasingly competitive. Job seekers who have
completed a four-year degree have a distinct advantage. Nebraska’s two criminal justice programs are comprised of courses from the Kearney, Lincoln and Omaha campuses, providing students with diverse faculty expertise and a top notch academic experience.
A highlight of the BSCJ degree is the intensive internship that provides hands-on experience in the field.The internship is completed at a location convenient to the student. Students benefit from the connections of the school and its faculty.“Faculty work hard to help students get the most out of our program. Past internship placements have included the U.S. Marshals, Interpol and NCIS,” says University of Nebraska at Kearney Associate Professor Julia Campbell. The Kearney campus prides itself on its personalized approach both on campus and online.The campus was recently named to U.S. News and World Report’s “Honor Roll” of Top Online Education Programs. The Criminology and Criminal Justice concentration is one of eight options within the Bachelor of General Studies, a flexible and military-friendly degree.“For students with credits from a number of institutions and military training, the BGS is ideal,” explains David Cassiday, Distance Education Manager at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.“Our advisers work with military students to maximize their prior education and training.” (see NEBRASKA UNIVERSITY page 52)
Helping You Succeed Penn State World Campus can help you meet your education and career goals. Dedicated military admissions and advising teams More than 70 online degrees and certificates Financial aid Yellow Ribbon participant AAACE Excellence in Military Education
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