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Student Spotlight: Ku'Ikaika Calderon on interning in D.C.

 |  Shelby Downey-Kriegh  | 

Legal Studies and Criminology major, Ku'Ikaika Calderon, completed an internship with Senator Dan Sullivan in Washington, D.C.

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UAA College of Health faculty and alumni publish report on Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Native disparities in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ jails and prisons

 |  Brad A. Myrstol, Cheryl Jones, Rus'sel Sampson, Bri Moffat  | 

This report presents an exploratory study of racial disparities in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s correctional system, combining a review of national research with an analysis of Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Department of Corrections (ADOC) booking data.

Interim Chancellor Cheryl Siemers stands at the podium in the Havelock Courtroom and addresses an audience of faculty, staff, and others at the dedication event. Behind her are celebratory balloon pillars. Read More

Courtroom simulator gives UAA law students realistic trial experience

 |  Jamey Bradbury  |  ,

The newly opened Havelock Trial Simulation Courtroom provides UAA students and others with hands-on, experiential learning in a setting identical to courts in which they will eventually practice law. The classroom is named after John E. Havelock, founding director of the UAA Justice Center.

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UAA opens new trial simulation courtroom for justice students

 |  Nathan Espindula  |  , ,

The John E. Havelock Trial Simulation Courtroom officially opened on the UAA campus, expanding hands-on training opportunities for students pursuing legal careers in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ. University faculty, staff, and students gathered on Feb. 20 to celebrate the classroom's formal dedication an opening.

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Alumni Spotlight: Rus'sel Sampson - bridging policy and practice

 |  Alison Miller  |  , ,

A College of Health alumna and current employee of the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Justice Information Center, Rus’sel Sampson has had a rich educational and professional journey. Her story exemplifies how a sense of curiosity in higher education can open unexpected doors that lead to meaningful careers.

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