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Undergraduate Student
Orientation Handbook
2020 - 2021
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Student Orientation Table of Contents
Introduction
Welcome Letter .................................................................................................... 2
F acuity and Staff Contact Information ............................................................... 3
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Programs ................................................................................... 4
Criminal Justice Major Preparation .................................................................... 5
Criminal Justice Major Requirements ................................................................ 6
Public Administration Major Preparation .......................................................... 7
Public Administration Major Requirements ....................................................... 8
Suggested Minors ................................................................................................ 9
Informal Academic Planner ................................................................................ 10
Student Experience
Advising and Internships ................................................................................... 11
One-Unit Weekend Courses and Scholarships ................................................... 12
Project Rebound .................................................................................................. 13
Student Organizations and Study Abroad ......................................................... 14
1 I Summer 2020 I Student Orientation
Welcome Letter
Dear Incoming Criminal Justice and Public Administration Students,
I would like to formally welcome you to San Diego State University (SDSU) and the School of Public Affairs (SPA). Our faculty and staff look forward to supporting your academic and professional development during your time with our School.
You have made the noble decision to get a degree in criminal justice or public administration, which will be the start of a rewarding career in public service. Whether you choose to pursue a career in law, law enforcement, city planning, public office, or in the non-profit sector, you all share a commitment and concern for achieving equitable and ethical social, institutional and built environments. Our School's vision is to become the leading institution of higher education for the public sector in the Southern California region; successfully train public service professionals to manage and implement public policy, and to develop a critical awareness of the local, border and global dynamics that impact our urban environments. You are our School's future and will play a crucial role in helping us achieve this.
The School of Public Affairs recently celebrated its 50 th
anniversary. Our School has long provided undergraduate students with internship, community-based research and study abroad opportunities in the criminal justice and public administration fields. You are now beginning the journey that thousands have embarked on since 1968. After graduation, you will join our distinguished alumni, who have served our County and country as city managers, attorneys, judges, CEOs, professors, chiefs of police, researchers, and more. You can count on them, and our faculty and staff, to support you in your undergraduate studies.
Welcome to the SDSU and SPA family!
h1"'--Sherry Ryan Director and Professor
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Faculty and Staff Contact Information
School of Public Affairs
Adams Humanities, 4th floor
Tel: 619-594-6224
Fax: 619-594-1165
5500 Campanile Dr., San Diego, CA 92182-4505 Web: https:/ /psfa.sdsu.edu/spa
Administration and Staff
Director Dr. Sherry Ryan AH 4110 [email protected] 619-594-4355
Administrative Coordinator Julie O'Connor AH 4108 [email protected] 619-594-6225
Administrative Assistant Kathee McBride AH 4107 [email protected] 619-594-1821
Advising
Undergraduate Adviser Nora Leyva AH 4103 [email protected] 619-594-6084
Peer Advisers AH 4104 spa. peer ad [email protected]
Internship/Career Coordinator Patricia Frosio AH 4133 [email protected] 619-594-5576
Faculty
Dr. Mounah Abdel-Samad
Dr. Bruce Appleyard
Dr. Roger Caves
Dr. Joshua Chanin
Dr. Roddrick Colvin
Dr. Salvador Espinosa
Dr. Shawn Flanigan
Dr. Paul Kaplan
Dr. Anna Kim
Dr. Kimberly Kras
Dr. Jeffrey Mcillwain
Dr. Alan Mobley
Dr. Dana Nurge
Dr. Darrell Pugh
Dr. Burrel Vann Jr.
Dr. Megan Welsh
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Undergraduate Programs
Criminal Justice
The criminal justice program at San Diego State University is designed to encourage thoughtful
exploration of the ways that criminal justice systems provide "justice", or fail to do so. The
program also studies criminal justice from a social justice perspective, allowing for the
examination of policy issues as diverse as genocide, institutionalized racism, organized crime,
and environmental destruction, in addition to traditional criminal justice issues.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice appeals to students who are interested in working
in the fields of law, law enforcement, probation and parole, corrections or other social service
agencies. This degree also prepares students for law school or graduate school in either
criminal justice or a related field.
Public Administration
In an increasingly complex world, the nation is in need of effective leadership and competence
in the administration of public affairs. The growth of all levels of government and public
service organizations and their increasing responsibilities in a complex society have led to the
need for more capable public administrators.The undergraduate public administration major
is an interdisciplinary program. In addition to the courses taken within the department,
students select additional courses in areas as diverse as economics, sociology, social welfare,
political science, and psychology. The primary purpose of the public administration major is
to provide knowledge and skills for students who wish to prepare themselves for management
careers in government, community agencies, private not-for-profit organizations, planning and
consulting firms, and private sector organizations that work in partnership with the public
sector.
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Criminal Justice Major Preparation
First-year students admitted to the criminal justice undergraduate program are
admitted to the criminal justice pre-major. During their first 60 units (traditionally
completed in two years), students should complete their lower division general
education courses and the preparation for the major. The preparation for the major
includes: (1) completing the four courses identified below; (2) completing these
courses with a C or higher, (3) having a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher, and (3)
completing 60 transferable semester units.
Preparation for the Major:
- POLS 102. Introduction to American and California Government and Politics (3)
- SOC 101. Introduction to Sociology (3)
- SOC 102. Introduction to Social Problems (3)
And, a choice of one of the following courses:
- POL S 201. Elementary Statistics for Political Science (3)
- PSY 280. Statistical Methods in Psychology (3)
- SOC 201. Elementary Social Statistics (3)
- STAT 119. Elementary Statistics for Business (3)
- STAT 250. Statistical Principles and Practices (3)
Criminal Justice Major Academic Plan (MAP)
The following is a Criminal Justice Major Academic Plan (MAP) to complete your lower
division general education courses, as well as the four required courses in the major
preparation.
To access your MAP go to: https://sunspot.sdsu.edu/pubred/!mymap.disp
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Criminal Justice Major Requirements
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS
SAN DIEGO TH
UNIVIRSln'
Website: spa.sdsu.edu
SPA ADVISING TEAM
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
ADVISING GUIDE Major Catalog Year 2020-21
Academic Advisor: Nora Leyva AH 4013
Peer Advisers: AH 4104
619-594-6084 na [email protected]
Scheduling information: https://spa .sdsu.edu/student_ experience/advising
IMPACTION CRITERIA 1. Four required prerequisite courses:
0 POLS 102, 0 SOC 101, 0 SOC102, and O Three-unit statistics course: ECON 201, POL S 201, or PSY 280, SOC 201, STAT 119 or 250 2. Minimum grade ofC in all prerequisites
3. Complete a minimum of 60 transferable semester units4. Minimum 2.8 GPA cumulative
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS A minimum of 36 upper division units is required. Track your progress toward meeting the CJ Major requirements using
the following symbols: ✓ =Completed E = Enrolled P = Pending
CJ Core Requirements: {Toke all six courses - 18 units)
CJ 300. Crime, Law and Justice Practicum Courses: {Seniors only - Choose one course)
CJ 431. Field Study In Local Corrections CJ 301. Law in Society CJ 302. Crime and Behavior CJ 303. Criminal Justice and Social Control (may toke
concurrently with CJ 300)
CJ 540. Planning Research and Evaluation
CJ 497. Investigation and Report CJ 498. Internship In Criminal Justice CJ 543. Community Resources in Criminal Justice CJ 550. Study Abroad: Criminal Justice ISCOR 450. Study Abroad
Public Administration Requirements: (Toke two upper dlvfslon PA courses - 6 units)
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CJ Elective Requirements: Toke fovr covrses (12 vnits). Two covrses (siK vnits) mvst be CJ specific. You may vse additional practicum covrses os
CJ Specific reqvirements. Covrses marked with on asterisk(�) con dovble<ount as EKplorotions of Human El(f)erience courses. These are identified as follows: •(Al Natural Sciences •(Bl Social Behavioral Sciences •1q Humanities Low in Society
CJ 320. Criminal Law CJ 333. The Judiciary CJ 420. Constitutional Issues in CJ CJ 520. Prosecutorlal Function POLS 338. The Legislative Process POLS 346. Law and the Political System
Crime and Behavior
CJ 321. Juvenile Justice (or SOC 4441 CJ 570. Organized Crime: Domestic and Intl. Perspective CJ 571. Drugs: Domestic and Intl. Perspective CJ 572. Dark Networks, Crime and Security CJ 596. Special Topics POLS 322. Politics and Conflict POLS 370. Political Violence PSY 340 or SOC 410. Social Psychology •(Bl
Crim/no/ Justice System
POLS 347 A. American Constitutional Law POLS 3478. American Constitutional Law POLS 348. The Supreme Court and Contemporary Issues ISCOR 421. Alternate Dispute Resolution PHIL 510. Philosophy of Law POLS 541. Special Problems in Public Law WMNST 370. Women, Law and Policy •(Bl
PSY 350. Abnormal Psychology PSY 365. Drugs and Behavior SOC 410. Juvenile Delinquency (or CJ 3211 SOC 412. Social Constructions of Reality SOC 442. Homicide in America SOC 443. Crime and Society SOC 445. Sociology of Deviance WMNST 572. Women and Violence
CJ 305. Professions and Ethics ANTH 360. From the Grave: Modern Forensic Anthropology •(Al CJ 310. Law Enforcement AFRAS 380. Blacks in American Justice System •(Bl CJ 330. Corrections CHEM 300. Forensic Science •(Al CJ 496. Special Topics in CJ POLS 479. National Security Polley CJ 499. Special Study in CJ PSY 321. Organizational Psychology CJ 510. Contemporary Issues In CJ SOC 430 Social Organization CJ 531. Probation and Parole Other CJ Elective
Please note that this is o guide only. Students should refer to their major coto/og yeor for the most up-to-dote Information.
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Public Administration Major Preparation
First-year students admitted to the public administration undergraduate program are
admitted to the public administration pre-major. During their first 60 units (traditionally
completed in two years), students must complete their lower division general education
courses and the preparation for the major. The preparation for the major includes: (1)
completing the seven courses (21 units) identified below; (2) completing these courses
with a C or higher, (3) having a cumulative GPA of 2.4 or higher, and (3) completing 60
transferable semester units.
Preparation for the Major:
PA 200. The Urban Scene
ACCT 201. Financial Accounting Fundamentals
ECON 101. Principles of Economics
ECON 102. Principles of Economics
MIS 180. Principles of Information Systems
POLS 102. Introduction to American and California Government and Politics
And, a choice of one of the following courses:
BIOL 215. STAT 119. Elementary Statistics for Business (3)
ECON 201. STAT 250. Statistical Principles and Practices (3)
SOC 201. Elementary Social Statistics (3) PSY 280. Statistical Methods in Psychology (3)
POL S 201. Elementary Statistics for Political Science (3)
Public Administration Major Academic Plan (MAP)
The following is a Public Administration Major Academic Plan (MAP) to complete your
lower division general education courses, as well as the seven required courses in the
major preparation.
To access your MAP go to: https://sunspot.sdsu.edu/pubred/!mymap.disp
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Public Administration Major Requirements
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
Website: spa.s dsu.edu
SPA ADVISING TEAM
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
ADVISING GUIDE
Academic Advisor
Peer Advisers
Nora Leyva AH 4013
AH 4104
619-594-6084
IMPACTION CRITERIA 1. Seven required preparation for the major courses:
Major Catalog Year 2020-21
□PA 200 □ACCT 201 □ECON 101 □ECON 102 □POLS 102 □MIS 180 □Three-unit stats course: __ _Students may choose from ony of the followifl'J statistics courses to fulfill the three-unit statistics requirement: BIOL 215, ECON 201, POLS 201,
PSY 280, or SOC 201 STAT 11� STAT 250.
2. Minimum grade of "C" in all preparation for the major3. Complete a minimum of 60 transferable semester units4. Minimum 2.4 GPA cumulative
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS A minimum of 36 upper division units is required. Track your progress toward meeting the PA Major requirements using
the following symbols: ✓ =Completed E = Enrolled P = Pending
PA Core Requirements: (Toke all seven courses - 21 units}
PA 301. Concepts and Issues In Public Administration PA 310. Manaaement of Urban Governments£!:
PA 340. Administrative Behavior PA 450. Fiscal and Budeetary Policy
PA 312. Manaaement of State Governments PA 330. Public Personnel Administration
PA 460. Administration and Public Policy Development PA 497. Investigation and Report Q.[ PA 498. Internship in PA
PA Elective Requirements: (Toke five courses (15 units]. Three courses {nine units] must be PA specific. Students ore encouraged to toke two
500 level courses. You may not double<ount PA electives if token os a PA core requirement.} • City planning emphasis required courses
PA 310. Manaeement of Urban Gov't PA 520. Decision Makin& in the Urban Community PA 312. Management of State Gov't PA 525. The U.S. City Planning Process• PA 320. Intro Urban Planning• PA 530. Negotiation and Bargaining in the Public Sector PA 341. Administrative Management PA 531. Governmental Employer-Employee Relations PA 350. Contemporary Urban Issues• PA 540. Public Administrative Systems Analysis• PA 420. Method Analysis City Plannine• PA 580. Comparative Public Administration PA 480. Leadership and the Public Sector PA 581. war, the State, and Governance: Global Perspective PA 485. Planning and Pub Policy in U.S.-Mexico Border PA 582. War, the State, and Governance: U.S. Perspective PA 496. Experimental Topics (three one-unit courses) PA 596. Experimental Topics PA 499. Special Study Other Elective:N
PA 501. Non-profit Organizations and Government
MINOR REQUIREMENTS
PA Minor Requirements: {Take all seven courses - 21 units)
POLS 102. Introduction to American Politics In Global Perspective PA 301. Concepts and Issues in Public Administration
Other Elective:N
PA 310. Management of Urban Government or PA 312 Mgmt. of State Government PA 330. Public Personnel Administration PA 450. Fiscal and Budgetary Policy Other PA Course:
Other PA Course:
• City planning emphasis required courses. CP emphasis students must contact the SPA advisor to request o RAAR for PA 540.
Please note that this is o guide only. Students should refer to their major co ta log year for the most up-to-date information.
For a list of approved PA electives (non-specific) access the PA Advising Guide on our website: https://spa.sdsu.edu/student_experience/advising
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Suggested Minors
The School of Public Affairs offers the option of completing a public administration
minor. Other minors at SDSU related to criminal justice and/or public administration
include:
- Accounting - Geological Sciences - Military Science
- African Studies - Information Systems - Na val Science
- Anthropology - Interdisciplinary Studies, - Philosophy
- Asian Studies Honors - Political Science
- Business Administration - International Security and - Psychology
- Chicano and Chicana Conflict Resolution - Real Estate
Studies - Islamic and Arabic Studies - Recreation
- Communication - International Studies - Religious Studies
- Counseling and Social - Jewish Studies - Social Work
Change - Latin American Studies - Sociology
- Economics - Leadership Development - Statistics
- Energy Studies - Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and - United States-Mexico
- Engineering Transgender Studies Border Studies
- Finance - Management - Women Studies
- Geography - Marketing
For a comprehensive listing of minors available at SDSU go to:
https://admissions.sdsu.edu/academic_programs/majors_minors
Students wishing to declare a minor must meet with an advisor at the respective
department.
PSFA International Studies Minor
The International Studies Minor is open to any major in the University, and is
particularly valuable for any student seeking a career involving global awareness. The
minor seeks not only to provide an international experience for students but to deepen
the meaning of students' experience by providing a process and context for critical
awareness, comparison, self-reflection, as well as the specific professional skills they
will utilize in their future careers.
The minor consists of 18 units, twelve of which are required. For more information visit
the International Studies Minor website:
https://psfa.sdsu.edu/international/international_minor, or contact the Dr. Mei Zhong
at [email protected] or (619) 594-4633.
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Informal Academic Planner
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Fall 2021 Spring 2022 Summer 2022
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Advising and Internships
Advising
The SPA Advising Team responsible for advising CJ and PA students on major related
issues is composed of one academic advisor and four peer advisers. Advising is
conducted primarily through appointments. For information on how to schedule an
appointment and walk-in hours go to:
https://spa.sdsu.edu/student_experience/advising
Students with questions regarding their general education requirements and other
non-major specific issues should meet with an advisor at the Academic Advising Center
in SSW 1551. For more information go to:
https://advising.sdsu.edu/
Internship
Internship Coordinator: Patricia Frosio
Director, Institute of Innovative Governance,
Jack McCrory Internship Coordinator, Lecturer
Phone: 619-594-5576
Email: [email protected]
CJ 498. Internship in Criminal Justice
This course provides Criminal Justice seniors with applied experience in their field of
interest. Students are typically placed in a government agency or nonprofit organization.
This course fulfills the practicum requirement for graduation, and can also be used as
an elective if completed more than once. Students are permitted to enroll in the course
two times, earning a total of six units. All students work under the joint supervision of
the course instructor and agency internship supervisor.
PA 498. Internship in Public Administration
This course provides Public Administration seniors with practical experience in applying
for professional positions and working in the public or nonprofit sector. Students are
assisted through the application process for pre-approved field work assignments that
are specifically developed for students in PA 498. Students are typically placed in a
government agency or nonprofit organization and perform duties of an administrative
nature. This course fulfills a graduation requirement, and can also be used as an elective
if completed more than once. Students are permitted to enroll in the course two times,
during consecutive semesters, earning a total of six units. All students will work under
the joint supervision of the course instructor and agency internship supervisor.
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One-Unit Weekend Courses and Scholarships
One-Unit Weekend Courses
The School of Public Affairs offers one-unit weekend courses through the College of
Extended Studies. These courses take place on a Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. and a
Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CJ and PA majors may complete three one-unit courses
and apply them towards their major elective units. Three one-unit courses may replace
one three-unit elective. CJ majors using wishing to apply PA units towards their
major electives need to contact an advisor after their enrollment so a Request for
Academic Adjustment (RAAR) form can be submitted, and vice versa.
Fall 2021 One-Unit Courses:
For upcoming one-unit weekend courses go to:
https://ces.sdsu.edu/one-unit-weekend-courses/one-unit-
courses
Scholarships
Students have several scholarship resources to help finance their education and
educational experiences at San Diego State University. To access a comprehensive and
up-to-date list of scholarships go to:
http://go.sdsu.edu/student_affairs/financialaid/scholarships.aspx
We encourage students to submit their FAFSA application as soon as the application
opens on Oct. 1, and take note of the various scholarship deadlines. SDSU' s federal
school code is 001151.
Scholarships for CJ and/or PA Majors include but are not limited to:
- Charles L. Lewis Memorial Scholarship
- Jack McGrory Internship Scholarship for Public Administration
- Joyce M. Gattas Scholarship for Internships and International Experiences
- Ken Perry Endowed Scholarship
- Stuart and Lee Henry Study Abroad Scholarship
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Project Rebound
Project Rebound
Under the leadership of Chancellor Timothy White and the Board of Trustees, the
California State University (CSU) launched a groundbreaking initiative to significantly
expand college access for current and formerly incarcerated people. Eight CSU
campuses - including San Diego State - are participating in the replication of San
Francisco State's award-winning Project Rebound.
Project Rebound is a special admissions and support program for students
transitioning out of prison. It has helped hundreds of individuals earn bachelor's and
master's degrees since 1967. Project Rebound has a proven model to promote
restorative justice, reduce recidivism, and empower individuals through higher
education.
SDSU Professor Alan Mobley is directing a team of faculty, staff, and students who
will assist participants. In addition to serving returning students, Project Rebound
also provides formerly incarcerated students an opportunity to II give back" by
collaborating on justice solutions.
"Traditional students will gain a deeper understanding of the causes and conditions
that give rise to crime," said Mobley. "Students will learn restorative justice practices
alongside justice-involved students to find ways out of the 'revolving door' of justice
system involvement."
Each university has developed a campus-based re-entry program to help individuals
prepare for college, apply for admission, enroll, persist, and graduate ready to enter
the workforce. SDSU's Project Rebound includes the on- and off-campus networks
required for prospective and enrolled students to succeed.
Participating CSU campuses and partners formed a learning community to serve
students pre- and post-release. Project Rebound partners share results and
disseminate best practices to other campuses and college systems. As the largest
four-year university system in the country, the CSU has the potential to further
develop the knowledge and research of campus-based reentry programs. These
initiatives can also reduce crime, improve public safety, restore communities
devastated by mass incarceration, and reverse the "school to prison pipeline."
For more information send an email to [email protected].
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Student Organizations and Study Abroad
Student Organizations
The City Planning Association SDSU is a student-led organization focused on
organizing events that promote sustainable campus-and region-wide policies, increase
interest in the field of city planning, and enrich the academic experience of students
interested in City Planning. For further information regarding our next scheduled
meetings and upcoming events, please visit our Facebook page at:
https://www.facebook.com/CityPlanningAssociationSDSU/
The Criminal Justice Student Association (CJSA) is an academic and professional
club for students interested in criminal justice to network and learn about various
careers in the criminal justice system. CJSA welcomes guest speakers every week. Past
speakers have worked in law enforcement, law firms, the FBI, the U.S. Marshals
Service, and many other agencies in San Diego County. If you have any questions
please contact CJSA President at [email protected].
The mission of Alpha Phi Sigma, the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, is to
promote analytical thinking, rigorous scholarship, and lifelong learning; keep abreast
of the advances in scientific research; elevate the ethical standards of the criminal
justice professions, and sustain the benefits and necessity of education and
professional training. The organization's goals are to honor and promote academic
excellence, leadership, service and unity. For more information, please send an email
The Public Administration Club (PAC) is a student organization open to all students
in the School of Public Affairs. PAC hosts several events each year, which allow
students to increase their involvement on campus and in the San Diego community
while also meeting professionals in local government and nonprofit organizations. For
additional information, please contact the faculty advisor, Professor Frosio, at
Study Abroad
One of the most powerful educational, professional and personal experiences is study
abroad. International Programs at the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts is
committed to promoting international opportunities that result in positive academic,
personal and professional growth.
The School of Public Affairs has previously led study abroad programs in China,
Germany, the Netherlands, and other countries. For current information about study
abroad programs in our College go to:
https://psfa.sdsu.edu/international/international_home#study_abroad
Study abroad programs have been suspended until the end of 2020.
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