Minor in Justice and Social Impact

About the Minor

The Justice and Social Impact minor examines how crime, justice, public policy, and community conditions shape health, safety, and well-being in urban communities. Students explore the causes and consequences of crime and inequality, the role of institutions in promoting or undermining justice, and strategies for prevention, intervention, and systemic change.

The minor emphasizes community engagement, critical analysis, and applied learning through courses such as Justice in Our Community, Crime & Prevention Planning, Crime & Urban Communities, and Inside Policing: From Theory to Practice. Students gain a deeper understanding of the relationships among public safety, social equity, and community well-being while developing analytical and practical skills relevant to a range of professional and civic contexts.

Admissions Requirements

Students are required to declare a major before declaring a minor. Students admitted directly into a specific major at the time of matriculation may declare a minor beginning in their second semester. All requirements for the minor must be completed either concurrently with or prior to the completion of the primary major requirements. This ensures that students fulfill the expectations of their primary field of study while completing any additional areas of academic specialization.

Minor Requirements

Additional Information

For more information about this program, please contact the College of Arts and Sciences