Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement

Mission Statement

The Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Program is a multi-faceted career and professional degree program that meets the educational needs of students considering a career in criminal justice as well as those of students employed in the field who are dedicated to continuing education.

Program Goals

Upon completion of the Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Program, graduates will:

• Uphold the United States Constitution, the laws of their respective states and the local ordinances of their community
• Uphold and maintain the oath, code of ethics and professional standards of their respective profession
• Serve with integrity in public safety occupations including but not limited to police, probation, parole, corrections, law and academia
• Serve in municipal, county, state and federal jurisdictions
• Provide community services in conjunction with their occupation as well as a part of their civic responsibility
• Participate in cooperative law enforcement efforts such as joint task forces between local, state and federal agencies
• Apply theoretical and philosophical principles to daily practices
• Communicate effectively with the community they serve
• Participate in crime prevention and safety initiatives
• Contribute to the education of the public at large in areas of law and justice
• Work to improve the criminal justice system and Stay the course