SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa., May 18 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news release:
A new bridge partnership between Slippery Rock University and the Pennsylvania State Police is paving the way for more students to achieve rewarding careers in criminal justice. SRU has entered into an agreement with PSP where criminology and criminal justice majors at SRU can apply their Pennsylvania State Police Academy training as 15 credits toward their bachelor's degree.
"This program creates a direct pathway for our students to careers with the State Police," said David Champion, SRU professor of criminology and criminal justice. "Students gain early access to recruiters and mentorship from troopers who help them navigate the application proces...