Criminal Justice

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About the Criminal Justice Department

The Criminal Justice Department at 野花社区 is a diverse learning community of educators and students. Dedicated to a multidisciplinary education benefiting from Northern New Jersey鈥檚 urban environment, our program merges theory and practice, in service to society, and examines the dynamic nature of criminal justice.

 

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Mock Trial Team

The Department sponsors 野花社区鈥檚 award-winning Mock Trial Team, which competes with other colleges and universities across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. 

Students learn the roles of prosecutors, defense attorneys, plaintiffs, defendants, and witnesses and perform opening statements, closing statements, and direct/cross-examination of witnesses. Click here to find out more!


Community Events

The Criminal Justice Department also organizes monthly Zoom Criminal Justice Coffee Talks in which speakers discuss vital issues facing criminal justice professionals. Most speakers are 野花社区 Criminal Justice alumni who also discuss career paths and serve as networks and mentors for current students. 

Hudson Connect

CONNECT is an exciting partnership between Hudson County Community College (HCCC) and 野花社区 (野花社区). Students in the CONNECT program will receive personalized support and services to streamline the transfer process from HCCC to 野花社区.