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Consistently ranked among the nation’s top Criminology and Criminal Justice programs, our department delivers world-class education at the Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral levels.

Our internationally-acclaimed faculty make enduring contributions to the field through critical, timely research on a breadth of subjects within the discipline. We are committed to serving the campus, community and profession through a wide range of programs, events and other activities. Working alongside active experts and veteran scholars, our students are prepared for rewarding careers in academia, research, or other professions that serve the community and impact society at large.

Our programs unify knowledge from many fields of study, including sociology, psychology, public policy and law. We explore the causes of crime, responses by law enforcement, prevention methods and the entire criminal justice system at work.

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UMSL Hero Awards
Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice Archives - UMSL Daily
Amy Schechter, Marisa Omori and Mike Ellerman receive UMSL Hero Awards
A mural wishing for "Peace for Ferguson" with clouds and a sun
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Decade since Ferguson unrest has brought changes for criminal justice system and those who study it
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik flanked by members of the Chancellor's Council (Nicole Adewale, Steve Harris, Ken Cella and Terry Elmendorf at the 60th anniversary celebration
Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice Archives - UMSL Daily
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik welcomes seven new members to UMSL Chancellor’s Council
Biology PhD student Danish Gul discusses his research with faculty members Wendy Olivas and Meghann Humphries during the annual Graduate Research Fair on April 19.
Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice Archives - UMSL Daily
Annual Graduate Research Fair helps students showcase their work
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