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Mercyhurst University Criminology & Criminal Justice Department

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Mercyhurst University Criminology & Criminal Justice Department

The Mercyhurst University Criminology & Criminal Justice Department welcomes you to check out our website at www.mercyhurst.edu.

We have a rich tradition of accomplishment and academic excellence. Our nationally and internationlly recognized faculty members have diverse backgrounds in criminology, juvenile justice, constitutional law, ethics, and victimology. Our award winning faculty members have published books and journal articles, consulted for criminal justice agencies, and presented their research at local, regional, national, and international conferences.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, grandfathers, stepfathers, father figures, and mentors who make a difference in the lives of those around them.

06/19/2026

Awesome! World Cup days and police- community engagement!

06/10/2026

Did you know that Mercyhurst University’s criminal justice program participates in the PA State Police College Internship program? Click on the link below for more information!

Senior-year college students can finish their degrees and become Troopers at the same time. The College Internship Program allows students to earn credits for completing cadet training. Learn more at: bit.ly/PSP-CIP

06/09/2026

The Stockholm Prize in Criminology has been presented for 2026!

Now Charis E. Kubrin (University of California, Irvine , 🇺🇲) and Mark W. Lipsey (Vanderbilt University , 🇺🇲) has received the 2026 Stockholm Prize in Criminology, as presented by H.M. Queen Silvia of 🇸🇪. Congratulations!

Photo: Johanna Hanno/Brå

05/25/2026

05/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. EmmaLeigh Kirchner, associate professor of criminal justice and criminology, for winning the 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award at Mercyhurst University. She is model professor who serves our students, our department, and our school very well inside and outside of the classroom. Kudos and Carpe Diem! ☘️ MU Social & Behavioral Sciences Mercyhurst University

05/08/2026

Alpha Phi Sigma, the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, held their annual induction ceremony last evening at the Erie Yacht Club. Graduating seniors received their honor cords and new members received their certificates of membership. Dr. Peter Benekos, professor emeritus, was in attendance at this lovely event. MU Social & Behavioral Sciences Mercyhurst University

04/21/2026

I am very proud of my students who were in my SCI Albion Issues in Criminal Justice courses. While I’m in Ireland, they presented at the Nonviolence and Racial Justice in Erie Conference at Mercyhurst University on their experiences in my prison courses. They are truly ambassadors of higher education in prison programs. 😊These are some of my favorite moments in teaching. 😊

04/20/2026

Dr. Garase’s Restorative Justice class in Dungarvan had the opportunity to visit the District Court and Garda Station.

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA
16546

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

https://www.mercyhurst.edu/academics/criminal-justice

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