Justice and Safety

The best way to find out what motivates a burglar is to simply ask.

That theory sparked a study by a team of researchers, including Eastern Kentucky University professor Dr. Kristie Blevins, who conducted surveys with hundreds of convicted offenders in three states to glean insight into intruders’ motivations and methods.

The Eastern Kentucky University College of Justice and Safety’s annual “Night of Distinguished Professionals” recently recognized the achievements of two justice and safety practitioners, and one student more than 7,000 miles away.

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As the U.S. Department of Homeland Security marks its 10^th anniversary on March 1, one of the nation’s top homeland security programs continues to thrive at Eastern Kentucky University.

The comments Dr. Allen Ault heard from employment recruiters formed a familiar refrain, all centering on their need for creative and critical thinkers who are strong communicators with leadership skills.

So the dean of Eastern Kentucky University’s College of Justice & Safety determined that his students would possess those “essential elements of success.”

Peer influence and low self-control appear to be the major factors fueling juvenile cybercrime such as computer hacking and online bullying, according to a new study conducted by an Eastern Kentucky University faculty member and two others.

A newly signed agreement between Eastern Kentucky University and the National Safety Management Society (NSMS) will give professionals across the country the opportunity to take specific EKU graduate-level courses.