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Department of Criminal Justice
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November 5, 2025
Students ditch doomscrolling for hand-stitched expression
Casting aside the daily doomscroll and picking up a slow hobby like hand-stitched embroidery can provide a much-needed brain break for students. It can also open the door for them to give back to the community while expressing themselves.
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September 15, 2025
Researcher reacts to being used in White House Chicago crime claims
WGN interviews Irshad Altheimer, the Ellen M. Granberg Endowed Professor.
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September 9, 2025
Winter, Spring, and Summer 2026 RIT Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs
If you’re considering studying abroad, but aren’t quite sure how it will fit into your schedule, a Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program may be the perfect option. RIT’s College of Liberal Arts faculty are leading a fascinating range of courses during spring and summer 2026.
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July 23, 2025
Former Va. Secretary of Homeland Security named DEA under Trump administration
WAVY.com reports that RIT alumnus Terrance Cole ’92 (criminal justice) was recently named as the new U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Administrator.
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February 12, 2025
RIT College of Liberal Arts Announces Dean’s List for the Fall 2024 Semester
The RIT College of Liberal Arts is proud to share its fall 2024 semester Dean's List and recognize undergraduate students for their outstanding academic performance.
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February 12, 2025
Trump nominates Virginia public safety official to head DEA
The Washington Post features Terry Cole ’92 (criminal justice). (This content will require a subscription to read)
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December 10, 2024
Crime Analysis Centers Managed by RIT’s CPSI Helped Reduce Gun Violence, Earned Award
Two New York state crime analysis centers, managed by Rochester Institute of Technology’s Center for Public Safety Initiatives (CPSI), were recognized by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) earlier last month.
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October 24, 2024
RIT holds discussion on financial cryptocurrency crimes
RochesterFirst speaks to Divya Ramjee, assistant professor in the Department of Criminal Justice, about financial cryptocurrency crimes, highlighting the collaboration with law enforcement and tech experts to educate students on the complexities of cryptocurrency. -
October 21, 2024
New Faculty Appointments for Six Black Scholars
The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education features Irshad Altheimer, professor in the Department of Criminal Justice, on its new faculty appointments list, focusing on his efforts to reduce violence and improve justice administration in the community.
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October 11, 2024
Irshad Altheimer honored with the inaugural Ellen M. Granberg endowed professorship
Irshad Altheimer has made a significant impact on both the RIT and greater Rochester communities during his 12 years teaching at the university.
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August 27, 2024
Meet the Westerville mom trying to stop Facebook scams before they happen
The Columbus Dispatch speaks with Divya Ramjee, assistant professor in the Department of Criminal Justice, about a Facebook group administrator combating scams with moderation and identification techniques. (This content will require a subscription to view.)
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August 26, 2024
How to protect yourself from scammers when buying and selling on Facebook
The Columbus Dispatch speaks with Divya Ramjee, assistant professor in the Department of Criminal Justice, about common online scams.