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Nelson Mandela 1918-2013

It’s difficult to come up with the right words when such an inspiring, heroic and influential person has left this world… Nelson Mandela passed away on Thursday at the age of 95, but his global legacy lives on.  He was …

Study Skills for Criminal Justice Lectures Part 2

In Part 1 of our Study Skills blog, we looked at tips for active listening and note taking during criminal justice lectures. Today we’re going to talk about recommendations for reviewing your notes after class, as well as advice on …

Why Major in Criminology?

Donald W. Tucker completed a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Sociology from the University of Iowa in 1961. He was one of the first Black Secret Service Agents and Federal Narcotics Agents in the United States. In a news release …

Fourth of July Celebrations, Then and Now…

Yesterday marked the country’s 237th birthday! Fourth of July celebrations electrified the country from coast to coast. Now From the Statue of Liberty’s reopening ceremony (it had been closed for repairs in the wake of Hurricane Sandy), and President Obama …

“This is the Zodiac Speaking”

The Zodiac Killer crimes from the late 60s are some of the most famous unsolved cases in modern American history. The serial killer, known for his circle-cross ‘calling card,’ has been tied to four violent attacks in the San Francisco …

The Life of a Probation Officer

We’ve all heard the term probation officer—whether it was on the news, in some popular crime drama or through personal experiences. Simply put probation officers supervise offenders who are on probation—those who are still under court supervision but live in …

Cyber Security Career Paths

In the last year, numerous reports have shared that the demand for cyber security professionals in the United States exceeds the actual number of skilled and trained professionals able to fill these roles. Just recently, it was announced that the …

Social Media – A Double Edged Sword?

Social media like Facebook and Twitter allows us to stay in touch, virtually anywhere in the world, with friends, family and maybe those acquaintances from school days that we’re just curious about. It also enables the formation of new relationships, …

Product Slamming: Criminal or Standard Business Practice?

Have you ever purchased a product or service only to find out that additional deductions have been taken from your account for “add-ons” or product insurance without your knowledge?  The economic devastation American’s are experiencing in the wake of the …