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Eleven members of the Florida State community were recognized for their contributions to distance learning during the 2012-2013 Distance Learning Awards Ceremony Nov. 13. The event was held in conjunction with National Distance Learning Week. “At Florida State, we strive to create the same level of quality learning for our distance students that their on-campus counterparts enjoy,” said Susann Rudasill, director of the Office of Distance Learning.

Racial segregation in America is lasting longer than anyone expected. The average black person lives in a neighborhood that is 45 percent black, even though blacks represent only 13 percent of the population, according to professors John Logan and Brian Stults at Brown and Florida State University. Logan and Stults analyzed 2010 Census data with a dissimilarity index, which determines the percentage of one group that would have to move to a different neighborhood to eliminate segregation, to explore racial segregation. A score above 60 shows very high segregation.

FSU administrators have approved the implementation of the 3+3 program, an accelarated program jointly administered by the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice and the FSU College of Law. The program allows qualified students to receive their bachelor’s degree from Criminology and juris doctorate degree from the College of Law in just six years.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — At 37 years old, Gemma Burlakoff became one of three women to die at the hands of their spouse or partner in Palm Beach County in October, a month dedicated to domestic violence awareness. Nicole Bishop is the director of victim’s services in Palm Beach County. She said calls for crimes related to domestic violence are on the rise. “It’s heartbreaking and we just want it to stop,” she said. Bishop said between 2009 and 2011 there were 40 domestic violence homicides.

The Department of Computer Science can now award more than $3.2 million to students studying computer science, computer criminology, computational biology, information security, and computer and network system administration through scholarships.

During their academic career, students are faced with many choices. For Criminology and Criminal Justice students, the decision to attend graduate school or pursue a career is one of the most difficult decisions to make. Pursuing a graduate or professional degree requires a significant investment of time and resouces and a commitment to academic excellence.

Undergraduate students looking to get a jump start on graduate coursework are encouraged to attend the Bachelors to Master’s Information Session on October 16 at 1:15 p.m. in Eppes Hall, Room 214. The Bachelor’s to Master’s program is designed to fast-track ambitious undergraduate students committed to pursuing their Master’s degree at FSU’s College of Criminology and Criminal Justice. Attendees will enjoy light refreshments and learn what graduate coursework is like, how to finance their education, and whether they qualify for the program.

Florida College System (FCS) bachelor’s degree students will have access to a world-class education in criminal justice thanks to a new agreement with The Florida State University (FSU).

The College welcomes parents and students to visit Eppes Hall during the Parents Weekend, Friday, October 4th. Relax and enjoy refreshments in our hospitality suite from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Take this opportunity to learn about the College’s graduate and undergraduate programs, and variety of student internship opportunities. Meet the College’s faculty, undergraduate and graduate advisors, and other criminology students and parents. Gather information about student support organizations and programs across campus.

Interested in studying abroad? Apply now to join fellow criminology students to Israel this summer and take a trip to the Old City, snorkel in the Red Sea, climb Masada, ride camels, eat plenty of hummus, and so much more!