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Criminology & Social Justice<\/h1>

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Ever wonder why the justice system works the way it does? Why are some communities policed more heavily than others? What even counts as a \u201ccrime\u201d \u2013 and who decides?<\/p>\n

If these questions spark your curiosity, you might be a criminologist in the making.<\/p>\n

What is Criminology & Social Justice?<\/h2>\n

Criminology is the study of crime, justice, and systems of power. At Bloomfield College, you\u2019ll examine how society defines crime, how justice is carried out (or denied), and how to work toward a world where equity and human dignity come first.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll study everything from street-level crime to abuses of power by major institutions, gaining the tools to unpack complex systems and advocate for meaningful change.<\/p>\n

Why Study Criminology & Social Justice at Bloomfield?<\/h2>\n

This major goes beyond the headlines to explore the social forces that shape law, policy, and justice \u2014 from race and gender to economic inequality and environmental harm. You\u2019ll build a strong foundation in theory while applying your learning through real-world internships and community partnerships.<\/p>\n

Our students have interned with organizations focused on mental health, reentry, domestic violence advocacy, and neighborhood development. They leave Bloomfield ready to create safer, more just communities \u2014 whether through social services, law enforcement, policy work, or activism.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll graduate understanding:<\/p>\n