CRJ 490 Senior Capstone in Criminology and Criminal Justice
This culminating course requires students to synthesize theoretical, empirical, and policy knowledge to examine contemporary issues in criminology and criminal justice. While instructors may center the semester on specific issues, all sections emphasize independent research, critical analysis, and application of criminological theory. Students complete a scaffolded empirical research project using secondary data (ICPSR, BJS, or faculty datasets) and produce both an APA-style research paper and an accompanying policy brief translating findings for practitioners or policymakers.
Credits
3