California Baptist University
The need for ethics in the criminal justice system is as great as ever, which is why integrity is heavily emphasized and a biblical worldview is integrated into CBU’s criminal justice program. Students learn both in and out of the classroom, studying historical and global trends in law enforcement and corrections and experiencing mock crime scene investigations.
Learn from qualified faculty
Our criminal justice faculty have earned their doctorate or law degrees from top universities
and are authentic followers of Christ and excellent teachers. They set the standard
in the areas of faith integration, strong student mentoring and helping our students
live their purposes. Faculty members have real-world experience in criminal justice,
and bring that experience into the classroom.
Receive hands-on training
We see criminal justice as an applied science. That is, it is an object of study but
also something that you actually do — hands on. Our students have the opportunity
to meet professionals in the criminal justice field on a regular basis. They may perform
actual investigations, and receive specific training in various fields, such as CSI,
firearms and others. Past students have interned in county, state and federal governmental
offices — such as the Secret Service and the Riverside District Attorney’s Office
— and many go on to study law, forensic psychology or criminology in graduate school.
Attend conferences across the country
Faculty and students have attend conferences, including the National Institute of
Justice Conference in Washington, D.C., and the End Violence Against Women International
Conference.
Students will critically examine the charges of direct and indirect institutional racism within the totality of the criminal justice system.
This course will examine the role of narcotics/drugs in the U.S. criminal justice system and the impact of drugs on crime.
The functions, institutions, and operations of U.S. and foreign criminal justice systems are compared.
1. Criminal justice majors should understand basic criminal justice research concepts
and methodology as they are employed in the analysis of criminal behavior and in policy
formation.
2. Criminal justice majors should be knowledgeable of the basic concepts of the American
and California criminal justice systems.
3. Criminal justice majors should be able to demonstrate strong written and verbal
communication skills.
As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.
Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.
"I chose criminal justice because I want to be a cop. The professors here are amazing
and I feel like I've been able to advance in my faith and see God's plan for me."
Madison Gonzales, 2019
"I want to serve my city, and the professors in the criminal justice program are preparing
me for a future job."
Marc Lemieux, 2020
"I chose my major because of my interest in helping the community and people in need
of help. I hope to become a criminal investigator, so I like that we get to meet and
learn more about the world of policing."
Jumaane Robinson, 2021
"The thorough understanding I gained at CBU of constitutional law as well as police
and court procedures gave me an edge on my peers as I began my career as a deputy
sheriff. My professors reinforced the value and importance of personal integrity as
a law enforcement officer."
Nicholas Cantino, 2011
"I went into criminal justice with the intention of helping people. Initially I believed
I was going to be helping people by preventing the “bad guys” from being on the street.
As I learned more about the intricacies of sociology and criminal justice, I began
to realize many of the “bad guys” on the street were the ones in need of help. The
education I received at CBU is the cornerstone of my career path. Without having pursued
criminal justice and sociology at CBU, I would have never begun the journey into counseling."
Ryan Corbin, 2014
I became interested in criminal justice while an undergraduate student at UC Irvine. In my career of over three decades, I had many great assignments, but the best was being a canine handler while a member of the SWAT team. My way of giving back is by teaching and offering insight to students who seek to find their own place in criminal justice.
I worked as an attorney for the Texas Department of Public Safety for a few years in the 1990s. Following that, I became interested in teaching at the college level, and began my career as a professor in 1999, teaching criminal justice and law. I moved to CBU in 2004 to help recreate the criminal justice program.
I became interested in criminal justice while an undergraduate student at UC Irvine. In my career of over three decades, I had many great assignments, but the best was being a canine handler while a member of the SWAT team. My way of giving back is by teaching and offering insight to students who seek to find their own place in criminal justice.
I worked as an attorney for the Texas Department of Public Safety for a few years in the 1990s. Following that, I became interested in teaching at the college level, and began my career as a professor in 1999, teaching criminal justice and law. I moved to CBU in 2004 to help recreate the criminal justice program.
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