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The Sociology program and the Criminal Justice program are in the Department of Justice and Society Studies, along with the Justice and Peace Studies program.

The Sociology and Criminal Justice programs provide students with undergraduate preparation for careers, as well as a strong foundation for graduate and professional study. As an essential component of the liberal arts, the disciplines of sociology and criminal justice provide a foundation for understanding and critically reflecting on society and social life. The sociology and criminal justice programs contribute to the academic objectives of the College of Arts & Sciences and the University by providing courses to meet various requirements for a degree, as well as courses of study leading to majors and minors in both sociology and criminal justice. The majors in sociology and criminal justice provide students with undergraduate preparation for careers, as well as a strong foundation for graduate and professional study. To realize this vision, we place priority on the following:

Community Engaged Learning
Interdisciplinary Learning
Community Diversity
Equity and Inclusion

09/23/2026

Curious about internships? Now is the perfect time to start exploring!

Visit the updated Internship page on the Justice & Society Studies OneStThomas site to:

✨ Explore career opportunities
✨ Build your professional network
✨ Gain valuable training and experience
✨ Learn how to earn academic credit

Some internship applications are due months in advance, so start planning early. Find the page under Careers and discover opportunities that can help you connect your classroom learning to your future career!

09/21/2026

Save the Date!

Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Time: 11:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Location: OEC 209 — 2nd Floor

This session is open to all students interested in learning how to become a licensed Peace Officer in Minnesota.

Even if still exploring options, students are encouraged to attend and learn more about the process and opportunities available.

Why Attend?

✔️Learn about the process: Get an overview of the requirements and steps for becoming a licensed Peace Officer in Minnesota.

✔️Prepare for Summer 2027 Skills: Seniors planning to attend a Skills Program in Summer 2027 will receive important information about the timeline and required paperwork, including the MMPI-2 and other required forms.

✔️Hear from a Skills Program representative: A representative from the Alexandria Skills Program will provide information and updates about the Summer 2027 Skills Program.

✔️Learn about academy opportunities: A representative from the Saint Paul Police Department will share information about upcoming academy classes.

Please note: This is an in-person-only session. There will be no Zoom option or recording of the session.

🍕 Pizza Will Be Served!

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Tanya Gladney at [email protected].

07/09/2026

Justice & Society Studies is proud to celebrate the launch of the University of St. Thomas’ new online Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management!

This innovative graduate program reflects the leadership and expertise of Justice & Society Studies faculty who played a central role in developing a curriculum that prepares professionals to lead with resilience, ethical decision-making, and a commitment to the common good.

A special congratulations to Dr. Tanya Gladney, who led the development of this exciting new program, and Dr. Obasesam Okoi, whose expertise has helped shape a curriculum that addresses the complex challenges facing communities around the world. Their work exemplifies the interdisciplinary, justice-oriented approach that defines Justice & Society Studies.

Congratulations to Dr. Gladney, Dr. Okoi, and everyone who contributed to bringing this outstanding program to life! We are excited to see the impact this program will have on our students, communities, and the future of emergency and disaster management.

05/02/2026

🎉 Senior spotlight 🎉

⭐️ ⭐️ Congratulations Yasmin!! ⭐️⭐️

We’re so proud of all your accomplishments so far and wish you all the best in your next chapter!!

05/01/2026

🎉 Senior spotlight 🎉

⭐️ ⭐️ Congratulations Augie!! ⭐️⭐️

We’re so proud of all your accomplishments so far and wish you all the best in your next chapter!!

04/30/2026

🎉 Senior spotlight 🎉

⭐️ ⭐️ Congratulations Kelsey!! ⭐️⭐️

We’re so proud of all your accomplishments so far and wish you all the best in your next chapter!!

04/29/2026

🎉 Senior spotlight 🎉

⭐️ ⭐️ Congratulations Evelin!! ⭐️⭐️

We’re so proud of all your accomplishments so far and wish you all the best in your next chapter!!

04/28/2026

🎉 Senior spotlight 🎉

⭐️ ⭐️ Congratulations Zoey!! ⭐️⭐️

We’re so proud of all your accomplishments so far and wish you all the best in your next chapter!!

04/27/2026

🎉 Senior spotlight 🎉

⭐️ ⭐️ Congratulations Maya!! ⭐️⭐️

We’re so proud of all your accomplishments so far and wish you all the best in your next chapter!!

04/20/2026

📣📣 Alumni of the Criminal Justice & Sociology programs! 📣📣

Looking to connect with current students and support their professional growth?

Have a short-term project that could benefit from fresh ideas and extra support this summer?

The University of St. Thomas Tommie Network Projects program connects students with meaningful, career-focused experiences where they can take a project from start to finish. It’s a great way to gain new perspectives, tap into emerging talent, and help students build valuable skills.

Learn more about these micro internship opportunities by visiting the Tommie Network Projects page through the Career Development Center.

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2115 Summit Avenue (OEC 438)
Saint Paul, MN
55105

Website

http://www.stthomas.edu/sociology/

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