Missouri State University’s department of criminology and criminal justice is a sponsor for the seventh annual Stop the Violence Conference, set for 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5 on Zoom. Stop The Violence is a community call to action. Attendees will receive education and tools that will help address interpersonal violence and make the community a safer place for … [Read more...] about Criminology department sponsors Stop the Violence Conference
An online criminal justice master’s degree can open doors to leadership positions and specialized career paths where you can keep the public safe and make a positive impact on the justice system. Dr. Brett Garland, department head of criminology at Missouri State University, answers a few questions about online master’s degrees in this field on Online Master’s … [Read more...] about Online master’s in criminology and criminal justice
From 1995 to 2001, the number of Kansas parolees who were returned to prison for technical violations increased by 40 percent, twice the national average. Technical violations are infractions that are not illegal, but violate the conditions of their parole. By 2000, the number of returning prisoners was 50 percent of all admissions. Ethan Amidon, assistant professor of … [Read more...] about When policy comes to town, gets published
Dr. Aida Hass, associate professor of criminology at Missouri State University, recently published a new edition of her book, “Criminology: Connecting Theory, Research and Practice.” According to Hass, the book strives to connect students with practical, real-world knowledge that will enhance their abilities as criminal justice practitioners. “This book explores the … [Read more...] about Criminology faculty member publishes new textbook