Our MSU Mock Trial Team continues to impress in its inaugural campaign. MSU political science senior Chase Coger won an "Outstanding Attorney" individual award at last weekend's mock trial tournament hosted by the University of Nebraska Lincoln. Schools from across the nation competed in the tournament including University of Southern California, St. Louis University, … [Read more...] about Mock Trial Student Wins Outstanding Attorney Award
Our Department was highlighted in the November 2020 edition of Police Chief Magazine! Police Chief devoted an article in its Technology segment to online criminal justice programs that have been serving the educational needs of law enforcement professionals during the pandemic. Read the article titled "Global Crises Do Not Halt Continuing Education Efforts" on page 60 of the … [Read more...] about Criminal Justice Program Highlighted in Police Chief Magazine
Our online bachelor's degree program in criminology and criminal justice was recently ranked #1 by Learn.org. The ranking was achieved in part from recognition of our new criminal investigation and terrorism certificates, and the opportunities for our undergraduates to pursue advanced credentials through the accelerated program. Thank you to everyone who has helped to make … [Read more...] about MSU Criminal Justice Online Program Ranked #1
We are excited to add to our mock trial leadership team here at Missouri State University! See Head Coach Dr. Jennifer LaPrade's introduction of Prosecuting Attorney Elizabeth Fax below: "Elizabeth Fax from the Greene County Prosecutor's Office is now officially on board as an assistant coach of our new Missouri State Mock Trial teams. She will use her expertise and vast … [Read more...] about New Assistant Coach for Mock Trial Club
It didn't take long for the brand new Mock Trial Club at MSU to make its mark. Competing in its very first mock trial tournament last weekend, the MSU squad received honorable mention for the Spirit of American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) Award. This recognizes our group's efforts to exemplify honesty, civility, and fairness. We are incredibly proud of our mock trial … [Read more...] about Mock Trial Earns Honorable Mention in First Outing