GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay announced the launch of a new c riminal justice major , a bold step toward broadening public safety and community service in northeast Wisconsin.
This is in response to a growing regional need and call for more community-minded justice professionals.
This new program builds on the success of UW-Green Bay’s high-enrollment Criminal Justice minor, introduced in 2021, which currently serves over 100 students.
The major is designed to cultivate a new generation of curious, service-driven leaders who are equipped to think critically about justice, equity, and the role of law enforcement in society.
“There is a need in Wisconsin for individuals with specialized knowledge in areas like juvenile and criminal law, drug use and abu