Justice Systems
  A Criminal Justice Program at Truman State  

Justices Systems Quick Facts

Forensic Science Minor

The Mission of the Justice Systems program is to provide students an excellent academic preparation for rewarding professional careers in the various components of the justice system. Also, it is to provide students for entry into professional and graduate schools, as well as, making students more informed and better citizens.                                                                        

It is also oriented for the faculty to have a program of scholarship and research which will include participation of undergraduate students, as well as, provide a public service to the community through specialized areas of expertise.

All Justice Systems majors must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.20. Additionally, all majors must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.20 in Justice Systems courses. Failure to maintain either of the GPAs will result in suspension from the major, prevention from taking additional Justice Systems courses, and preclude graduation with a a Justice Systems Degree.

At least 15 of the required hours in the major must be completed by taking courses at Truman.

Minor in Military Science
To develop student leadership, ethics and personal skills; reinforce a students sense of honor and personal responsibility; enhance communication and decision making skills; and increase awareness of national defense issues. -Captain Bill Gardner, Truman ROTC