Greetings, Rutgers School of Criminal Justice Alums

I hope this message finds you well. My name is Nancy La Vigne, and I’m honored to serve as the new Dean of the Rutgers School of Criminal Justice, having stepped into the role this past March.

As a graduate of the school myself (PhD 1996), I’m eager to connect with our alumni community—to hear your ideas, learn from your experiences, and explore how the school can better serve and partner with you. Your insights are invaluable as we work to strengthen our programs, deepen our impact, and support the next generation of criminal justice leaders.

To that end, I’d like to invite you to a Listening Session where we can engage in open dialogue about the school’s future and your role in it. Whether you’re interested in mentoring students, collaborating on research, or simply sharing your journey since graduation, I’d love to hear from you.

Listening Session Dates/Times per Degree (ALL TIMES EASTERN):

PhD–Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 11:00am-12:00pm

MA–Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 1:00-2:00pm

BA/BS–Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10:00-11:00am

PhD–Monday, November 17, 2025, 3:00-4:00pm

BA/BS–Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 4:00-5:00pm

MA–Friday, November 21, 2025, 9:00-10:00am

Register HERE 

The Zoom link will be sent to you after registering for a session.

Thank you for being part of the Rutgers SCJ alumni community. I look forward to meeting you (or reconnecting) and learning how we can grow together.

Warm regards,
Nancy La Vigne