The objective of the Department is to provide the student with an understanding of the problem of crime and social injustice in America, the impact of crime on victims, and the systems which identify, process, and treat the offender. Criminal Justice encompasses the areas of law enforcement, prosecution, the courts, and correctional systems, including probation and parole. Developments such as victim services, changes in law, and social justice initiatives are embedded into the curriculum to highlight the ever-changing nature of the field.