For many years, the Criminal Justice Society (CJS) has participated in Springfield's Adopt a Street program. Recently CJS members went about cleaning up their stretch of road. Josh Woolfington reported that the crew "cleaned up Elfindale Street on a beautiful Saturday morning. We had a great turnout, and keeping with the tradition, went to Braum's for ice cream … [Read more...] about CJS Doing Its Part in Public Affairs

Gear up for the first ever Bear Brawl Mock Trial Tournament! Thirty-four teams from 19 universities will be participating in this virtual event hosted by MSU on October 23rd and 24th. As can be seen by the picture, our mock trial team, coached by Professor Jennifer LaPrade, is now practicing in preparation for the new season and ready to build upon the success of its first … [Read more...] about 1st Annual Bear Brawl Mock Trial Tournament

Listen to Professor Suttmoeller discuss modern-day domestic terrorism issues on Spotify. RADICALIZATION DERADICALIZATION     … [Read more...] about Check out Dr. Suttmoeller on Spotify

It is time to say goodbye to another one of our star graduate assistants here in the Department--Eileen Nguyen. Eileen graduated with her Master's of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice this month. Like many of our graduate assistants, Eileen came to our attention as an undergrad criminology major, earning her bachelor's degree in 2018. While pursuing this degree, … [Read more...] about Eileen Nguyen – Graduate Assistant Spotlight

This morning Caryn Saxon was officially recognized as a 2021 recipient of the Excellence in Public Affairs Award at the Missouri State University Board of Governors meeting. Each year a small number of faculty and staff whose work significantly advances the MSU public affairs mission receive this special honor. During the award ceremony, Caryn's therapeutic efforts with … [Read more...] about Caryn Saxon Wins Excellence in Public Affairs Award