Course Description
An internship specifically designed for and required of students pursuing a degree in criminal justice. Centers on regular and systematic analysis of experiential learning under direct faculty supervision.
Athena Title
Criminal Justice Internship
Non-Traditional Format
Student works independently and meets with project director several times during the semester to monitor progress and discuss requirements for written paper.
Prerequisite
POLS 1101 or POLS 1101E or POLS 1105H
Semester Course Offered
Not offered on a regular basis.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
The essays are a series intended to provide structured, directed opportunities for you to ponder the theoretical and practical significance of ideas, issues, concepts and theories covered in previous course work or academic readings in relation to activities, events, observations and conversations you encounter in your internship. The essays will include both analytical and descriptive content, but with much greater emphasis on the analytical. Each essay should consist of detailed, thoughtful analysis.
Topical Outline
Identification and definition of the concept, theory, or issue with proper citations. Brief discussion of the agency experience that connect with the topic. Reflective analysis of what was learned about topic. Identification of questions or issues that emerge. Identification and definition of any new vocabulary.
Syllabus