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Important News for Students Contemplating Internships!
Effective immediately, the PA State System of Higher Education is requiring all PASSHE universities to incorporate an “Internship Agreement” as an additional requirement. This new requirement is explained in detail under the “Internships” link.
Train Prison Inmates in Literacy, Math, and Computer Skills
The Tioga County Prison, located just minutes away off of Route 6 to Wellsboro, is seeking Mansfield University student volunteers to provide educational services and computer training to their inmates. Students will work one-on-one and in groups teaching inmates such skills as literacy, basic math, and computer skills. Other subjects may be considered.
If you’ve got a special interest, chances are it can be taught. A rare chance to journey inside a prison and help others out at the same time. Applicants should be at least 18 years of age.
If interested, please contact Dr. Robert Clark, Assistant Professor of Anthropology, 207 Pinecrest Manor, at rlclark@mansfield.edu.
[Note: This announcement also found under MU’s Daily Digest.]
Ocean City Police Recruiters to Visit MU
Recruiters from Ocean City Police Department, (Ocean City, Maryland) will be coming to MU on Thursday, November 19th to speak to students interested in either interning at Ocean City next summer, or just plain working there. Any MU student can attend any of the four presentations:
- 10:00 – 11:15a.m. Room G-2 Retan Center
- 11:30 – 12:45 p.m. Room G-2 Retan Center
- 2:30 – 3:45 p.m. Room 156, Grant Science
- 4:00 – 5:15 p.m. Room 156, Grant Science
Testing dates for interested candidates are November 21 & 22; January 9 & 10; and February 20 & 21. The serious applicant will test in November, as last year later testing dates were closed. OCPD has a housing agreement with the Stowaway Grand Hotel, for just $49 a night. The code for November is OCPD1; OCPD2 for January; and OCPD3 for February.
The OCPD Seasonal Academy is 4 weeks long and with 190 hours devoted to criminal and traffic law, firearms, handling emergency and non-emergency calls, emergency driving, defensive tactics, and many practical-based scenarios.
To qualify for the OCPD seasonal program, officer candidates must be 21 years of age at the conclusion of the training academy. They run two academies, one starting in mid-April and the other in early may.
Seasonal officers will be paid $13.26 per hour in the academy, and $13.59 once they graduate.
Public Service Safety Aides (who help with booking prisoners, working in administrative positions and parking enforcement) have to be 17.5 years of age and are paid $11.25 per hour.
Mansfield students who have worked for the OCPD seasonal program describe it as fantastic, and OCPD officers say they acquire more police action than most police departments do in five years.
When other PASSHE criminal justice departments get just one of their criminal justice majors accepted into the program, they put out a press release. Last year MU had seven CJ majors work at Ocean City – Kevin Brown, Evan Buschbascher, Daniel Bush, Richard Harbaugh, Leon lacey, Matt Moroski and Shannon O’Neil. Said one OCPD recruiter "We always get good employees from your school which is why we want to return again next year."
Federal Bureau of Prisons Recruiters Come to Mansfield
On Thursday, November 12th, 2009, two recruiters from the Federal Bureau of Prisons will be speaking to two of Dr. Thornsley’s Criminal Justice classes :
- his 10:00 -11:15 a.m. class
- his 11:30 – 12:45 p.m. class
All CJ students are welcome to attend. Both classes are held in Room G-2 of Retan Center. Please don’t miss this opportunity.
Mansfield University Criminal Justice Department to Host Used Book Drive
Mansfield University’s Department of Criminal Justice is orchestrating a used book drive this fall to benefit the Tioga County Prison, located in Wellsboro, just 15 minutes west of Mansfield. During a prior tour of the Tioga County Prison on Wednesday, October 14th, it was learned that the prison was "in desperate need" of gently used book and recent magazines.
Please drop off any used books at the Criminal Justice Seminar Room, 210 Pinecrest Manor, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:45 p.m., or call Dr. Scott Thornsley, department chair, at 570-662-4485 for further information.
Upcoming Speakers Slate Set for Judicial Criminal Process Class
Ms. Nancy Clemens, instructor for the Department’s course entitled Judicial Criminal Process, has announced her upcoming slate of speakers for her Fall 2009 semester. All CJ majors are welcome to attend any presentations, even if you are not a member of the class. (Hint: Dr. Thornsley will even be attending the presentations.) The presentations will be held in Room #G-7 Retan Center, starting at 6:30 p.m.
October 13th – The Honorable Robert E. Dalton, Jr., President, Tioga County Court of Common Pleas
October 27th – Mr. George Wheeler, Esq., Tioga County District Attorney
November 3rd – Mr. Jeffrey Loomis, Esq., (Of Van Der Hiel, Chappell & Loomis PC), Private Criminal Attorney
November 24th – Officer Robert L. Repard, Supervisor, Tioga County Adult Probation. (Mr. Repard will be accompanied by a criminal defendant [a drug and/or alcohol multiple offender] who has been placed in Tioga County’s Treatment based Restrictive Intermediate Punishment Program, (TRIP), which is a diversionary program.
PA Municipal Police Training Program (Act 120) to be Discussed
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The overview will be held:
For further information on Mansfield University’s Act 120 program, please click on http://cll.mansfield.edu/law-enforcement-programs/municipal-police-training-act-120/ |
All students are welcome to attend the Tuesday, November 3rd overview of the PA Municipal Police Training Program (i.e. Act 120) discussed by Ms. Barbara Butcher, Director of the Law Enforcement & Certification Program at Mansfield University.
Room G-2 of Retan HallInternship Opportunity for Students Interested in a 1 Credit Internship or Just a Work Experience
Posted: October 9 2009
If you are interested in a related, and paid, work experience right now, or for a 1 credit internship next semester, I have something that may interest you. Family Service Society, Inc., (FSS) of Bath, New York, is interested in acquiring a criminal justice major who is interested in working with their Domestic Violence Program for Men, whose male clients have battered or are domestically violent. It is an accountability group, not a counseling session. The men are court-ordered to attend these weekly meetings, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. , but the FSS would like to have students there from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The male clients are manipulative and manipulation is their forte.
The group session would be overseen by an adult counselor. Sessions would be held at 6666 Country Road 11, in Bath, New York, 14810. MapQuest directions to see if it is a workable commute for you. The pay is $50 per 4 hour session. FSS is looking for a confident, male or female CJ major.
If interested, please email Ms. Candice Cleveland, Director, Choice Program, at Clevelandc@familyServiceSociety.org. Ms. Cleveland lives in Mansfield, PA so she can see you here if you have an interest in this position. Or you may see Dr. Thornsley.
Berks County Prison
Bern Township - Convenient to Route 222 & 183
Immediate Openings available for female & male correctional officers
Integrity, Professionalism & Excellence
If this describes you, we encourage you to apply immediately!
You will earn $43,682.30 after your first year of service!
Excellent benefit package (Medical/Hospitalization, Dental, Vision & Prescription Coverage, Paid Holidays, Vacation Days, Tuition Reimbursement, Uniform allowance, Life Insurance)
No experience is required - All new officers attend our Accredited on site Paid Training Academy. We provide the education required for you to excel in your criminal justice career.
Eligibility Requirements:
- 18 years of age
- U.S. Citizen or legally eligible to work in the U.S.
- Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent
- possess a valid PA driver's license
- not currently serving probation or parole
- no felony convictions or convictions for: theft, drugs, morals, violence or weapons
Deadline to apply - November 16, 2009
Testing Date - December 17, 2009
For an application and more information - visit http://www.co.berks.pa.us/prison/site/default.asp. Applications are required and can be mailed to:
1287 County Welfare Road
Leesport, PA 19533
or faxed to 610-376-0956
Qualified applicants are required to pay a registration fee upon testing notification.
Tioga County Prison Tour Wednesday, October 14th @ 10:00 a.m.
A tour is scheduled for the Tioga County Prison for Wednesday, October 14th, at 10:00 a.m. The tour will last approximately 45 minutes to one hour. Students need to be at the prison by 9:45 a.m. Sorry, but no transportation can be arranged.
The Tioga County Prison is located at 1768 Shumway Hill Road, on your left, going towards Wellsboro, just past Weis Markets. It will take approximately 15 minutes to get there from Mansfield. Students should sign up on Dr. Thornsley’s door at 217 Pinecrest. The tour can take 20 students. If there is enough interest, a second tour later on can be arranged.
The prison houses approximately 140 inmates.
Students must adhere to the new Department of Criminal Justice dress code for prison tours. The dress code is found on Dr. Thornsley’s door, and on the Criminal Justice Seminar Room door, at Room #210 Pinecrest Manor. Students should also Google/Web “Tioga County Prison” for information about parking, possible searches, and other information.
Students may also contact Dr. Thornsley if they have any questions.
PA State Representatives Kenyatta J. Johnson & Tim Seip Named Outstanding Alumni in Criminal Justice for Academic Year 2008-2009
Recently Pennsylvania State Representatives Kenyatta J. Johnson (D-186th District) & Tim Seip (D-125th District) were named Outstanding Alumni in Criminal Justice for the Academic Year 2008-2009. This was the first time that Mansfield’s Department of Criminal Justice Administration has made such awards to its criminal justice alumni. Representative Johnson was recently sworn into the PA House of Representatives in January 2009 for the first time, while Rep. Seip has been a member of the House since 2007.
On May 4, 2009 Rep. Johnson introduced House Bill #1414 which seeks to create the Pennsylvania Criminal Justice Commission which seeks to review the Commonwealth’s entire criminal justice system within an 18 month period. Both Reps. Johnson and Seip received a certificate and a letter of appreciation.
Alpha Phi Sigma – The National Criminal Justice Honor Society
Enhance your resume
Meet the department’s other outstanding students
Make professional contacts with other APS alumni
Attend regional and national conferences
Hold campus organizational leadership posts
Introduction
The Department of Criminal Justice Administration at Mansfield University is interested in starting up a chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma, the only national criminal justice HONOR society for criminal justice majors, and recognized by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences as the only official criminal justice honor society in the United States. Alpha Phi Sigma is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies, and has more than 360 chapters across the country. Alpha Phi Sigma differs from Lambda Alpha Epsilon, which is a national PROFESSIONAL fraternity. This has the approval of Mansfield University’s Student Life & Leadership Office. A minimum of 10 members are required to start–up a chapter.
The Mansfield University Chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma would become the 4th national honor society on campus.
The United States Government, and specifically the U.S. Department of Justice, recognizes membership in Alpha Phi Sigma as meeting one of the requirements for entrance at the GS-7 level in Federal Service.
Membership Requirements
Be a declared CJ major or minor; completed 40 credits; completed at least 4 CJ classes; have a minimum 3.2 overall GPA and a 3.2 GPA in all Criminal Justice courses.
Membership Fees
The one-time only national initial student membership fee - $40. This one-time national registration fee is the only payment the student will ever make to the national headquarters. It provides a lifetime membership, a key pin, a membership certificate and a copy of The Docket, the official publication of Alpha Phi Sigma. Locally, a $10 per academic year membership dues will be collected which stays within Mansfield’s chapter’s treasury.
How Do I Apply?
Every student meeting the minimum GPA and course requirements is invited to join. Early this Fall 2009 semester Dr. Thornsley will send out personalized letters to all students meeting the minimum requirements. If you fail to receive a letter and you believe you meet the minimum requirements, please see Dr. Thornsley personally. Students meeting the minimum requirements may also contact Dr. Thornsley personally. Transfer students must spend one semester at Mansfield before they can apply, and meet the same GPA and CJ course requirements. Look for campus announcements for a meeting for all interested potential members.
How Do I Become a Chapter “Founding Father?”
The first members submitted to the headquarters of Alpha Phi Sigma will be considered Founding Fathers. The actual Chapter number assigned will be made when the student submits his onetime only $40 national membership fee.
Honor Society Obligations
Attend bi-weekly meetings. There are absolutely no “rush” or pledging obligations. None.
Local Pennsylvania Chapters
California University of PA, Central PA College, Indiana University of PA, Juniata College, Kutztown University, LaSalle University, Lycoming College, Marywood College, Mercyhurst University, Moravian College, Penn State, Penn State – Altoona, Penn State – Fayette, Point Park College, St. Joseph’s University, Shippensburg University, Slippery Rock University, University of Scranton, Wet Chester University, York College.
Major CJ Universities Having Alpha Phi Sigma Chapters
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Sam Houston State University, Michigan State University, Northeastern University, Florida State University, Penn State.
Wear Alpha Phi Sigma’s Honor Regalia at Your Graduation
You can wear the following Honor Regalia at your graduation:
| Rich, royal blue and gold double intertwined Honor Cords. |  |
| A custom-made, specially designed royal blue medallion with the Alpha Phi Sigma logo. This comes with a 30” by 1.5” neck ribbon in royal blue and gold. |  |
| A gold Honor satin scarf featuring the APS key and Greek letters. |  |
Chapter Advisor
Dr. Thornsley will be the chapter advisor. He was a former faculty advisor to Alpha Phi Sigma at Troy State University.
For Further Information on Alpha Phi Sigma:
Go to www.alphaphisigma.org for more information on Alpha Phi Sigma.
