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Experiential Learning

Immersive Learning Through Real-World Experience

The sociology & criminology department at Valparaiso University offers diverse experiential learning opportunities, including internships, study abroad, a course held in a local prison, a student-led Criminology Club, and an honor society for exceptional students.

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Internships
Inside-Out Course
Study Abroad Opportunities
Criminology Club
Honors Society

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Sociology & Criminology

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Sociology and Criminology
College of Arts and Sciences
1400 Chapel Drive, Rm. 336
Valparaiso, IN 46383-4523

Professor Danielle Lavin-Loucks, Ph.D., Department Chair

Chair Office: 219.464.5004

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