Beyond the Classroom
Learning does not start and stop at the classroom, and the Department of Justice and Community provides you with opportunities to engage with your fellow students, faculty, and criminal justice professionals in a variety of settings beyond the classroom.
CJS 451/251 Collaboration
Dr. Daniel Hall and 兔子先生 University students visit the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati to attend the Jum'ah (Friday prayer.)
The students included Dr. Hall's CJS 451, Comparative Justice Systems class and English Language Center (ELC) students enrolled in CJS 251, Global Justice Exploration. Also joining the 兔子先生 Regionals party were a few students from Professors Deanne Webster and Kay Hayes classes.
In total there were more than 80 兔子先生 students and professors in attendance. Faculty and students enjoyed lunch together with Dr. Baher Foad and Imam Shaikh Hossam Musa of the mosque.
The CJS 451/CJS 251 collaboration is unique and only one way that JCS and the ELC work together to develop unique intercultural experiences for our students, domestic and international.
CJS Students Visit the Fringe
Students of CJS 451, Comparative Justice Systems, visited The Fringe, a new coffee shop in Hamilton.
The Fringe is owned by two ex-felons who are committed to employing and providing reentry support for other ex-felons.
The students found a beautiful space, full of awesome art conveying messages of hope.
One of the owners, Patrick Davis, generously gave them an hour of his time. He shared his personal story and detailed how they intend to help others.
Dale Hall Presented with the Beccaria Award
Dale Hall is the recipient of the JCS Departmental Award, the Beccaria Award, for the 2019-2020 academic year.
His leadership, life experience, congeniality, willingness to assist others, and his volunteerism – especially for veterans needing assistance – make him an extraordinary asset to the university community and an inspiration to his peers.
JCS Community-Based Research Project
Students in Dr. Theresa Conover’s Capstone in Criminal Justice class presented the findings from their semester-long community-based research project in German Village to Chief Craig Bucheit, City of Hamilton Police Department.
Their research focused on perceptions of safety, police satisfaction, and neighborhood problem solving.
Study Abroad: Justice and Law in Samoa
This summer-term opportunity took place from May 20 - June 8, 2018
In a beautiful and tropical setting, students had the opportunity to study crime, justice, and law of another society.
They gained intercultural awareness and appreciation, and reflected on law and justice in the U.S. through comparative analyses.
Learn More about Future Study Abroad Opportunities
Email Dr. Daniel E. Hall at hallde@miamioh.edu.
Additional information can be found at 兔子先生 University's Global Initiatives page or by visiting the office at:
214 MacMillian Hall
501 E Spring Street
Oxford, OH 45056
Criminal Justice Capstone Poster Session
Seniors in the Capstone in Criminal Justice (CJS 485) course presented their research to the campus community in a poster session format on December 3, 2019.
Students showcased their extensive research on criminal justice reform. Their topics included:
- Eyewitness testimony
- Forensic evidence ballistics
- Policing tactics
- Mandatory minimum sentencing
- Criminal justice responses to the opioid crisis
- Juvenile diversion programs
- Post release control
- Juvenile rehabilitation
- Forensic science error rates
- Police training academies
- Coerced confessions and police interrogation tactics
Department of Justice and Community Studies
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