CSU Sociology’s summer faculty-led Education Abroad program introduces students to international crime and criminal justice by focusing the Czech Republic. Courses include a variety of guest speakers and field trips within the region. Coursework is enriched by academic site visits to local prisons, courts, drug treatment facilities, SWAT demonstrations and more.

“Getting to go to Prague was the most amazing experience and I am so grateful that I got to have the opportunity to do this program! Learning in Prague was so unique and the knowledge, experiences, and education that you gain from this trip is something that cannot be done on campus. We got to see so much amazing architecture and history in the most beautiful country including Terezin, Kutna Hora, multiple cathedrals, and much more!” says Taylor Green, (’23). “The friends I made through this program are some of my best friends and it was amazing to bond with the professors, teaching assistants, and peers that went on this journey with me!”

“Justice has evolved from being a local issue to a global concern. Our Criminology & Criminal Justice study abroad program continues to help students expand their horizons and internationalize their perspectives on crime and criminal justice,” says Prabha Unnithan, sociology professor who has seen many students reap the program’s benefits over the years. “The Prague summer opportunity makes our CCJ program distinctive.”

Mike Hogan, sociology associate professor, and Tara Shelley, a former sociology faculty member, founded the program two decades ago. Find out more here, or email Dr. Hogan.