College of Social and Behavioral Sciences 605 College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Dr. Frank Harrold, Dean The College of Social & Behavioral Sciences provides several avenues to academic, professional, and vocational competence. Besides specific courses preparing students for a broad variety of occupational categories, general education classes furnish an extensive breadth of knowledge and a keen appreciation for moral, intellectual, and aesthetic values. Although stressing breadth of education, curricula of the College afford enough specialization and career education to prepare students for enrollment in professional schools and graduate programs or for participation in various occupational classifications immediately upon graduation. College Advisor: Seth Wilhelmsen 801-626-7809 Telephone Contact: JoAnn Reynolds 801-626-6232 Location: Social Science Building, Room 270 Department Chairs/Directors Criminal Justice: Dr. David R Lynch 801-626-6714 Geography: Dr. Bryan Dorsey 801-626-6944 History: Dr. Susan Matt 801-626-6706 Political Science & Philosophy: Dr. Nancy 801-626-6694 Haanstad Psychology: Dr. Eric Amsel 801-626-6247 Social Work & Gerontology: Dr. Mark O. 801-626-6157 Bigler Sociology & Anthropology: Dr. Marjukka 801-626-6241 Ollilainen ROTC Units 801-581-6236 Aerospace Studies: Lt Col Michael Eliason 801-581-6236 (SLC) or contact the Co liege of Social & 801 -626-7649 Beha vioral Scienc es Military Science: Lieutenant Colonel Robert 801-626-6518 B. Bashein Social Science Education Center Director: Dr. LaRae Larkin Location: Social Science Building, Room 138 Telephone: 801-626-7404 The Social Science Education Center was initiated and organized in 1990 to promote, coordinate, and encourage social science education. The faculty of the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, the College of Education, public and private schools and their respective districts collaborate in programs and activities designed to improve and enhance the teaching of the Social Sciences. This includes seminars for social science teachers in the area and presentations by Weber State University professors. The Olene S. Walker Institute of Politics and Public Service Director: Dr. Carol McNamara Location: Social Science Building, Room 346 Telephone: 801-626-6206 Email: walkerinstitute@weber.edu The non-partisan Walker Institute is committed to upholding the highest standards of American democracy and providing a visible and vibrant hub of political engagement for the Weber State University community. Through forums, workshops, seminars, symposiums and panel discussions, the Walker Institute strives to bring a better understanding of the political process to students and community members. The Walker Institute is dedicated to the training of future leaders by inspiring students to embrace public service and engaging them in internship opportunities at the local, state and national levels. Departments and Programs Master of Criminal Justice Program Program Director: Bruce Bay ley Telephone Contact: 801-626-8134 Who Should Apply The program is designed for criminal justice and social service professionals who wish to continue their education. Program Description The Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice is designed to provide post-baccalaureate education to criminal justice professionals and traditional students who have not yet begun a career in criminal justice. The primary goal of the program is to develop in graduates the ability to analyze, comprehend, and explore the complex problems confronting the criminal justice system. The program emphasizes theory, research and administration in the criminal justice system. Students will be able to conceptualize the problems of crime and justice from social, cultural, economic, and political perspectives. In addition, the successful graduate will understand research methods and design as well as statistical strategies used to analyze social science research. Course work will also provide a foundation for those students desiring to pursue doctoral studies. About the Faculty The graduate faculty brings diverse backgrounds both in terms of education and professional experience. Faculty graduate degrees include Public Administration, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Psychology, and the Law. Past professional experiences among the faculty include law enforcement administration, prosecuting attorney, criminal defense attorney, probation officer, corrections officer, and forensic investigator. Faculty research interests cross the full spectrum of the justice system and include issues related to the police, courts, criminal procedures, adult and youth corrections. Weber State University 2013-2014 Catalog