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Welcome to the Department of Justice Studies

The Justice Studies Department has had many iterations during its time at SJSU. Starting as a Police School we then became a major called Criminal Justice, and finally have transitioned to what we know as Justice Studies. One thing has stayed true regardless of the name, we are here to help students succeed in the fields of criminal justice, social justice, and more.

Read the '23-'24 Justice Studies Annual Report

Graduate student orientation and meet and greet

Welcome Fall 2024 Students!!

Welcoming incoming graduate students! Our graduate student orientation and meet and greet was a success!

FS students at Annual Student Leadership Gala

Forensic students at the Annual Student Leadership Gala

Congratulation's to the Forensic Science Students Club for the Academic and Honorary Organization of the Year Award at the Annual Student Leadership Gala. Samantha Boman, the President of the FS students club, received an A.S. 55 - Honoring Those Who Make a Difference Award! Professor Mark Barash was also nominated for the Student Organization Advisor of the Year Award. We are all proud of your achievements and proactiveness to make a difference in our community.

Award Ceremony

Award Ceremony

Congratulations to Carol Santos, Peggy Stevenson, Shawna Bolton, and Jeremiah Garrido for their outstanding awards and service in the department and community! Carol Santos was awarded the 2023-24 College of Social Sciences Staff Excellence Service Award, Peggy Stevenson the 2023-24 College of Social Sciences Meritorious Service Award, Shawna Bolton the 2023-24 College of Social Sciences Teaching Excellence Award for Tenure Track Faculty, and Jeremiah Garrido the 2023-24 College of Social Sciences Teaching Excellence Award for Lecturer Faculty. At the award ceremony the Department of Justice Studies won four of the six awards. We are proud to have these outstanding people in our department!

Professor Harold Peterson speaking with students at Department of Justice Studies Booth during Admitted Spartan Day on 4/13/2024.

Admitted Spartan Day

Admitted Spartan Day was a huge success! A big thank you to our Department of Justice Studies team, every future Spartan that showed up to this event, and to all that attended our booth and our open house. We are excited to be a part of your college journey!

For more information on our majors and minors, click here!

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We're Here to Help

Confused about graduation requirements for your Justice Studies major? Do you know how to enroll in your internship or senior seminar? Unclear about which classes to take next semester? If you answered yes to any of these questions, our advisors can help.

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Need Assistance? SJSU Cares.

SJSU Cares is here to provide assistance when you need it most. Resources and services are provided for SJSU students facing unexpected financial crises. If you’re having trouble paying for food, housing, or other bills, visit their webpage above, or put in a direct request for assistance below.

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About Us

Take a deeper dive into the history of the department of Justice Studies, learn more about our expert faculty, our mission, and more.

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Applications and Admissions

Ready to apply to the Department of Justice Studies? We have all of the information you need when it comes to declaring a major, finding a scholarship, and more.

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Degrees

With two graduate degrees, two undergraduate degrees, and four minors to chose from, we at the Department of Justice Studies have something for every interest.

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Current Students

Discover the many resources we have available to ensure our current graduate and undergraduate students have all of the support they need during and after their studies.

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Research, Projects and Events

Explore the various faculty research projects, opportunities to participate, and the events that we in the Department of Justice Studies hosts for our students.

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Alumni

Meet some of our distinguished alumni and how you can help support the future of the Department of Justice Studies.

Justice Studies eStore

Stop by the Justice Studies Main Office (MH 524) to pick up your merchandise. Bring your receipt to claim your items!

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