Criminology

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BUILDING KNOWLEDGE AND COMMUNITY

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The mission of the Criminology Program is to build knowledge and community that extends beyond the West Georgia region through teaching and scholarship.

The department is committed to cultivating an environment that fosters academic excellence and community engagement, offering high-quality programs on-campus and online in support of the College and University.

Criminology Degrees

B.S.

Bachelor of Science Programs

 

Minor

M.A.

Master of Arts Program

Cert.

 

Programs

Students Info

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What Can a Criminology Student Do?

Check out the positive feedback about some of our interns:

Testimonials

Updates

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Updates & Events

Certificate in Prisoner Reentry & Community Corrections

NEW! Undergraduate criminology students can now earn a Re-entry certificate. For more information about the certificate requirements, please contact Professor Lynn Pazzani.

Certificate Information

Apply for the Criminology Graduate Program

NEW! The Criminology MA is now available 100% online.

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Alumni

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Keep In Touch

Alumni, please fill out the attached information sheet, and let us know what is going on in your lives! We want to highlight all the successes of outstanding alumni, but we need your help! Thanks!

Alumni Form

News

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On the Case: UWG Alumni Hold Rank at GBI

Four University of West Georgia alumni have, beyond a shadow of a doubt, superbly represented the Georgia Bureau of Investigation as their careers continue to unfurl. Their induction to the GBI exemplifies the change that every UWG student can catalyze. Their motive: To create a better world for students and citizens alike.
SCJA students

Students presented at the Southern Criminal Justice Association (SCJA) Conference

Ariel Dildy, Alexandra Meyer, Destiny Morrison, Sarah Haney, Carlee Sarna, and Trinity Velez presented their research at the SCJA conference in Mobile Alabama this past weekend (Sept. 13-16).
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ALETE is on the lookout for new members

Students interested in the program can expect an easy first step as the interest form only asks for their name and contact information. Students will then be contacted to complete the application process through the University’s Police Department. (Learn More)

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CONTACT US

Chair: Dr. Anthony Fleming
Program Coordinator: Dr. Lynn Pazzani
Graduate Director: Dr. Mai Mills
Internship Coordinator: Dr. Dave Ayers

Criminology Office
 Location: Pafford 240
Phone: (678) 839-5199