On behalf of the faculty, staff, and students of the Department of Criminal Justice, welcome to our home page! The Department works collaboratively to investigate, understand, and solve social problems related to crime. We offer both the baccalaureate and master's degrees in criminal justice, as well as an undergraduate minor in criminal justice, and certificate programs in applied forensics and in high-tech crime. All of these programs are interdisciplinary in nature, drawing on the fields of criminology, law, sociology, psychology, political science, philosophy, and, when applicable, the natural sciences as well. Through a social scientific lens, our challenging curricula are designed to sharpen students’ reasoning, ethical decision making, problem solving, and communication abilities. Graduates of our degree programs are well-prepared to become agents of positive change in the justice system through evaluation, research, ethical practice, and dedicated service.
Our first-rate faculty is comprised of eleven full-time teacher-scholars who enjoy national reputations in their respective areas of expertise. A supporting group of more than thirty part-time faculty members who are dedicated, highly knowledgeable justice professionals assist in the delivery of a curriculum that combines the best of theory, policy, research, and practice. And, our comprehensive internship program allows all students to integrate their classroom-based knowledge with practical, applied experiential learning that, in turn, helps students make informed decisions about employment and/or further educational opportunities. Graduates enter careers in policing, corrections (including probation and parole), the court system, social service agencies, private security, juvenile justice, investigations, and in research and/or policy divisions of numerous governmental agencies. Graduates are also well-prepared to pursue advanced degrees in criminology/criminal justice, law, public affairs, and related graduate fields.
Please take some time to explore our web site. We hope it answers many of the questions that you may have as either a current or prospective student. If not:
Thank you for your interest in our programs. We hope to see you in our classes in the near future.
Sincerely,
Henry F. Fradella, J.D., Ph.D.
Professor and Chair, Department of Criminal Justice
Explore our research by reading about some of the work in which our faculty has engaged to produce textbooks, scholarly books, monographs, and journal articles.
Department of Criminal Justice
California State University, Long Beach
Social Science and Public Affairs (SSPA) Room 226
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90840
Phone: (562) 985-8965
Departmental Coordinator
Durrell Dew, M.A., M.B.A.
Phone: (562) 985-8965
Email: ddew@csulb.edu
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Please note that hours are subject to change during winter, spring, or summer breaks.
Department Chair
Henry F. Fradella, J.D. Ph.D.
Phone: (562) 985-2669
Email: hfradell@csulb.edu
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Sumer Session 1: June 1-July 10.
July 3: Campus closed for Independence Day observation.
Summer Session 2: June 22-July 31.
Summer Session 3: July 13-August 21.
Library Thesis/Project Submission Deadline for Summer 2009 Graduation: June 5 to July 10.
Important Fall 2009 Dates
August 28: Convocation.
August 31: First Day of Classes.
September 7: Labor Day Holiday (Campus Closed).
September 14: Deadline to withdraw or drop classes without receiving a "W" grade on one's transcript.
September 21: Deadline to add courses without a late fee. Deadline to file for CR/NC or Audit grade options without a late fee.
September 21: Census date. Deadline to add courses with a late fee. Deadline to file for CR/NC or Audit grade options with a late fee.
September 11 to October 23: Library Thesis/Project Submission Deadline for Fall 2009 Graduation.
November 5: Deadline to drop or withdraw from all classes and receive pro-rated refund.
November 11: Veterans Day (Campus Closed).
November 20th: Deadline to drop without college dean's signature.
November 25 - 27: Thanksgiving Break.
December 11: Last Day of Classes.
December 14-19: Final Examinations.
November 30 to January 8: Library Thesis/Project Submission Deadline for Winter 2010 Graduation.