CRIMINAL JUSTICE DAY
The University of Georgia Griffin Campus held a forum for the discussion of timely and critical issues in Criminal Justice at the 2nd Annual CJ Day on Friday November 14 th. The event was from 8 until 1 pm at the Griffin Campus Student Learning Center.;
The mini-conference featured presenters form all areas of law enforcement, including a keynote address by the Honorable Judge Steven Teske on Georgia’s new criminal justice reform initiatives. The heavily attended event included many law enforcement personnel and those interested in a Criminal Justice Degree form throughout the area.
WKEU’s Tony Broski and Dick Morrow broadcast live from the conference.
At the UGA Griffin Campus, the interdisciplinary studies bachelor’s degree is offered for the Criminal Justice Field, with concentrations in preparing graduates for a range of careers, including many fields within Criminal Justice. The program was also an opportunity for attendees interested in pursuing a carder in the CJ field to become acquainted with what UGA-Griffin Campus has to offer.
Dr. Doris Christopher and Dr. Kris Braman of the Griffin Campus both told WKEU news that the event was a great opportunity for individuals from those already working in criminal justice field to prospective students to come to our campus and learn about issues affecting their communities.