College of Criminal Justice
Rise to Greater. Serve in Criminal Justice.
The College of Criminal Justice is driven by a pursuit of excellence in education, research, and service in the fields of criminal justice, victim studies, forensic science, and homeland security. Through a dynamic curriculum, cutting-edge research, and real-world experience, we empower students to apply theory to practice. Our expert faculty, global alumni network, and strong partnerships with public and private agencies reflect our mission to advance knowledge, shape policy, and promote justice.
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COCJ Headlines
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COCJ Students Assemble Care Packages for Victims
On Oct. 28, as part of an Academic Community Engagement (ACE) project, Sam Houston State University College of Criminal Justice (SHSU-COCJ) students in Jessica Fleming’s victimology course partnered with Project Beloved and SAAFE House to assemble 70 Beloved Bundles for sexual assault survivors.
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COCJ Students and Faculty Recognized by International Organization
Three graduate students and three professors from the Sam Houston State University College of Criminal Justice have been recognized by the American Society of Criminology for their research. The recipients were presented with their awards during the 2025 ASC Annual Meeting, held Nov.12-15 in Washington, D.C.
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