Discussion 1

There are many careers available to people with criminal justice degrees. These career options extend beyond the commonly recognized police officer or social worker roles.

After reading the required resources for this week, explain your plans for utilizing your Social and Criminal Justice degree from Ashford University. Consider this discussion board an opportunity for you to network with your classmates and help each other locate opportunities for future employment.

Discussion 2

Reflect on your preparations for your Final Capstone Project "Racial Disparity in the Criminal Justice System".Detail at least one area of your research that either made you change a pre-existing position you held on a major criminal or social justice issue, or share something that surprised you in the course of your research. Explain why your viewpoints have changed and how you expect to use this new perspective in your career going forward.

To help guide your reflection, consider how your perspective has changed on the following topics: the effectiveness of the criminal justice system, your understanding of criminal theory, landmark federal court decisions, criminal justice issues, anti-terrorism laws, creation of a socially just society, and potential career opportunities.