UC Answers: How does UC support first-gen students?
November 8, 2020
First-generation college grad Jamar Beckham is a financial aid adviser at the University of Cincinnati and proud UC alumnus. Beckham received his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice in 2018 from UC’s College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services. He offers advice to other first-generation students navigating higher education.
UC startup helps police departments prevent, solve crime
May 16, 2022
Software technology from a University of Cincinnati Venture Lab-backed startup that focuses on records management and data analytics is helping law enforcement agencies more efficiently manage and share data to help solve crime.
Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program: A classroom behind bars
March 13, 2024
One day a week, UC students travel to correctional facilities in Ohio to learn about life behind bars and share thoughts with incarcerated individuals. It's called the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program and is offered through UC's School of Criminal Justice.
Spectrum News 1 profiles Cincinnati Talent Acceleration Program
October 18, 2021
The University of Cincinnati’s Cincinnati Talent Acceleration Program is providing nontraditional students with training in tech and a path to higher education, the Cincinnati Enquirer reported.
UC's CECH recognizes students, faculty and staff for outstanding service in 2023-24 academic year
April 19, 2024
In the early weeks of April 2024, UC's College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology recognized and celebrated students, faculty and staff achievements annual Outstanding Student Awards and All College Awards ceremony, the latter of which awarded both Faculty and Staff Awards and the college's Golden Apple Awards.
UC’s Dean Lawrence J. Johnson, a transformative figure in CECH, celebrates 25 years
May 17, 2024
The University of Cincinnati's College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology Dean Lawrence J. Johnson retires this year after 25 years in the role (and 34 years with the college). In this article we look at his road to academia and journey to a transformative quarter century at UC.
Chicago Tribune: CTA and police increased security
April 15, 2022
Policing and crime prevention expert John Eck speaks to the Chicago Tribune about new strategies to protect rail passengers.
TRUSTINEWS: Nonwhite and female police use force less than white male officers
August 25, 2021
Professor Robin Engle speaks to recent study of the Chicago Police Department that revealed race plays a role in police stops and use of force.