Students will be skilled at critical thinking, writing, speaking, and listening.
Students will possess the research skills necessary to understand (and conduct) qualitative and quantitative analyses and the ethical practices related to both.
Students will be able to interact effectively in diverse communities; they will be able to relate to others with empathy, respect and professionalism.
Content/Body of Knowledge Goals:
Students will understand and articulate the sociology of corrections, including the central theories, concepts, and best practices.
Students will understand how gender, social class, and cultural pluralism affect the delivery of correctional services.
Attitudes/Behavioral Goals:
Students will possess a commitment to the principles of social justice including respect, tolerance, support, and belief in the inherent dignity and worth of all individuals.
Students will possess a commitment to improving the criminal justice system and have leadership experiences to facilitate this attitude.
Students will possess a commitment to the American Corrections Association Code of Ethics and an understanding of the code's application to correctional practice.
Experiential Goals:
Prior to completion of the program, students will have experienced classes, service learning, mentoring, volunteer opportunities, professional meetings, and a field practice (internship).
Students will compile a corrections portfolio consisting of:
Foundations and Orientation essays in which they articulate their correctional objectives.
Essay responses to general and course specific questions posed by the faculty.
A field practice (capstone) essay that connects their education to their personal and vocational objectives.
Term papers and other products of their correctional education.
