Goals of the School
Research Excellence
- To build and maintain a vital research environment
- To produce high quality, original, and rigorous research that is at the cutting edge of the field
- To enhance the reach and impact of faculty research and RSCJ Institutes, to ensure their significant role in addressing pressing issues in the field
- To attract external support for high-quality research
Policy Relevance
- To promote evidence-based inquiry and policy
- To contribute to the quality of justice related policy at the local, state, national, and global level
- To ensure graduates are thoroughly trained and prepared to make significant contributions in their professional or academic careers
- To Establish and support strategic research partnerships with justice-related and non-governmental organizations
Educational Excellence and Student Success
- To enable students to be successful in their studies by maintaining a supportive learning environment
- To prepare students to excel in academic or professional careers in fields relevant to dealing with crime and justice
- To attract and support highly qualified faculty and instructional staff
- To maintain currency and relevance of the curriculum
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About the School of Criminal Justice 
