Criminal and Restorative Justice
Protecting and restoring lives goes beyond a normal criminal justice degree
At Malone, you get more than a criminal justice degree. Our criminal and restorative justice (CRJ) program allows you to dive into the heart of the justice system, shaping a future where rehabilitation, community healing, and positive change thrive alongside law and order.
Are you driven by a desire to make a genuine impact while serving your community? Our CRJ program equips you with knowledge, skills, and an ethical foundation to help you in diverse justice-related careers.
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More than just a criminal justice degree for law enforcement
Community is important in all areas of life! Just as students look for thriving college communities like Malone, people look to engage in thriving local communities, as well. That’s why the restorative concept of our program is so important for student learning.
Together, you and your peers will engage in our CRJ program by:
- Viewing law enforcement through a faith-filled lens so you can better understand how to make a positive impact in your community.
- Exploring and implementing diverse topics, including criminology, juvenile justice, and forensic science in hands-on experiences.
- Working to heal communities and maintain high standards in the justice system.
Jobs and career paths with a criminal and restorative justice degree
Many CRJ programs focus entirely on traditional careers like police work. While we ensure you’re ready to handle the duties of a police officer, we take it a few steps further to help empower you in the full spectrum of justice-related careers, including:
- Police Officer
- Sheriff’s Deputy
- Probation Officer
- Court Liaison
- Restorative Justice Specialist
“The most meaningful part of the Criminal and Restorative Justice program at Malone was my professors’ unwavering dedication. Their guidance and support prepared me for both my career and life beyond college, shaping me in unexpected ways. Without their commitment, I wouldn’t have the skills and confidence to navigate my future.”
Ellie Stevenson ’25
Program Distinctives
Restorative Justice
Go beyond the typical line of duty by exploring practices that help heal individuals, communities, and maintain high standards in the justice system.
Real-World Experiences
Gain hands-on experience through internships with local law enforcement agencies, courts, community organizations, and restorative justice initiatives.
Engaging Curriculim
Our restorative criminal justice program blends theory with practical application. You’ll explore diverse topics, including criminology, juvenile justice, and forensic science, all led by passionate and experienced faculty.
Criminal and Restorative Justice Internship Opportunities
Criminal and restorative justice is best learned by doing because interpersonal communication and conflict resolution requires practice. Students in our program have gained first-hand experience in settings such as:
- Stark County Court of Common Pleas
- Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction
- Immigrant Worker Project
- South Street Ministries Reentry Program
- Stark County Job & Family Services
Criminal and Restorative Justice Minors
Have you chosen another major but want to enhance your studies with a criminal and restorative justice minor? You can do that at Malone!
You can also supplement your criminal and restorative justice major through programs such as:
Psychology minor
Malone’s psychology minor integrates Christian faith with the scientific study of human behaviors. You’ll explore the complexities of the mind and emotions through a biblical lens, gaining a unique perspective that prepares you to serve others in meaningful ways.
Political Science minor
Engage with critical concepts that reveal how political systems function, how power is distributed, and how individual actions and societal influences intersect to create policy, laws, and governance. Our political science minor offers a unique opportunity to develop a nuanced understanding of the political landscape, preparing you to analyze and navigate the ever-evolving world of politics.
Selected courses in this program
- CRJ 201 – Introduction to Criminal and Restorative Justice
- SOC 202 – Problems in Society
- SWK 242 – Human Behavior and Social Environment
- CRJ 301 – Introduction to Corrections
- SOC 310 – Prejudice, Discrimination, and Inequality
- CRJ 320 – Criminal Procedure and Human Dignity
- CRJ 430 – Criminal and Restorative Justice Seminar
Faith Integration
The criminal and restorative justice program at Malone helps you develop Christ-centered critical thinking skills. The program explores how the Christian witness can impact restoration in communities to promote a more peaceful society. This program also unpacks the faith implications of rightful justice so that order can be maintained within society.
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Take action in a program infused with Christian principles that influence restorative practices and justice-enforcement in today’s society.
Apply to Malone’s restorative criminal justice degree program today.