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GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — UW-Green Bay is launching a new major for aspiring law enforcement leaders.
The new Criminal Justice Bachelor’s Degree builds on the success of UW-Green Bay’s high-enrollment Criminal Justice minor, introduced in 2021, which currently serves over 100 students.
“There is a need in Wisconsin for individuals with specialized knowledge in areas like juvenile and criminal law, drug use and abuse, forensic science and human trafficking. UW-Green Bay is stepping up to meet the moment and will play an important role in meeting this community need, ” said UW-Green Bay Assistant Professor Christopher Kleps. “This major is more than a career pathway—it’s an opportunity for students to become leaders and ensure collaboration and positive change in their worlds.”
The new major is ideal for current high school seniors and working professionals in the field who are seeking to advance their careers or expand their skill sets. A recent report shows that earning a Criminal Justice degree can lead to a 9.5% increase in lifetime earnings, along with access to a wide range of careers in law enforcement, security, criminal justice reform and other specialized fields.
Graduates will be uniquely positioned to lead in a variety of roles—not just as officers, but as advocates, analysts and changemakers who understand the complex social dynamics that shape justice in America. UW-Green Bay anticipates that half of the current minors will transition into the major, with an expected 25–30 new students enrolling each year.
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