MSSU Justice Studies

Recent Lion grads are already making an impact.

Meet Sydnie, Criminal Justice Administration graduate.

"I’m a law enforcement officer, D.A.R.E. Instructor for elementary schools, and was recently awarded Officer of the Year for 2025.

MSSU gave me the knowledge and hands-on skills I needed to be the best I can be every day at my job. From the instructors to the classes offered, I was well prepared to join the workforce, and they helped make me confident in my skills in criminal justice."

Ever wondered how countries actually work things out behind the scenes? Our International Politics & Diplomacy Certificate gives you a front-row seat to the strategy, negotiation, and decision-making that shape the world.

Want to be a police officer? Apply now for MSSU's Law Enforcement Academy. Deadline is July 15, 2026.

FREE Training - Available to Everyone.
Date: June 2-3, 2026 9am-5pm
Location: Mills-Anderson Justice Center Auditorium
Seminar Title:
Investigative Response to the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children.
Presented by: Zero Abuse Project; Sponsored by: Children's Center; Hosted by: MSSU Justice Studies.

We are so proud of these two recent MSSU Justice Studies Graduates.

Spring 2026 has included many experiences and lots of immersive learning.
Students in our Criminal Procedures, Crime Scene Investigation II, and Criminal Evidence courses visited the Olatha Police Department, Joplin Municipal Courthouse, Kansas Division of the International Association for Identification Conference, and participated in a Mock Trial.

Professional Development Workshop

Success often depends on more than strong grades. Professional skills, confidence, and first impressions play a critical role in internships, graduate school, and career opportunities. The Professional Development Workshop is designed to help students strengthen these essential skills.

Participants will focus on professional communication, workplace expectations, and how to present themselves effectively in academic and professional settings. The workshop emphasizes practical strategies that help students stand out for the right reasons and feel prepared for real‑world interactions.

Whether you are applying for internships, preparing for interviews, or planning your next step after graduation, this workshop offers tools that support long‑term success.

Professionalism is a skill set. This workshop helps you build it.