Department of Justice, Law & Society

Welcome to the Department!

Ranging from law enforcement to corrections, from intelligence to terrorism, from law to criminology, from sociology to applied sociology, and from anthropology to forensic science, the Justice, Law & Society Department at California University of Pennsylvania is sure to satisfy and inspire a wide range of academic and professional interests. At California University, "It's all about you!"

Mission Statement

The philosophy of education for the Department of Justice, Law & Society  at California University of Pennsylvania is to integrate the substantive, procedural, theoretical, and scientific aspects of law, crime, justice, anthropology, and sociology with a liberal arts education while incorporating ethics, leadership, and diversity. Although this philosophy is primarily professional, the students are exposed to a wide array of intellectual disciplines across the University. The program’s wide ranging course offerings reflect the interdisciplinary approach and its dedication to preparing its graduates for a multitude of opportunities in the justice systems, applied sociological practice and public archaeology (local, national and international).  Graduates will be able to communicate and make informed critical decisions; and to pursue graduate study in law, anthropology, sociology, criminal justice, criminology, and forensic sciences.

The Department of Justice, Law & Society hosts the following programs:

Anthropology
Justice Studies
Sociology
Women's Studies Minor
Leadership Minor

Faculty and Staff

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