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Supporting the Department

Justice and Social Inquiry is recognized as a leader in the transdisciplinary study of justice. Our justice studies program, the first in the U.S., has been replicated in colleges and universities across the U.S., Canada and Australia, and our faculty are consulted as other universities seek to incorporate the study of justice into traditional disciplines. Our anthology, "New Directions in the Study of Justice, Law and Social Control" (1990, NY; Plenum Publishing Co.), was the first collection of its kind to address justice issues and serves as a model for other academic programs and consortiums.

We offer a unique and comprehensive set of programs including bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees, along with a joint Doctor of Philosophy/Juris Doctor with the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. Graduates of our interdisciplinary doctoral program are placed in key academic and policy positions across the globe, and our undergraduate alumni continue on to graduate and law schools and to positions in local and state government, nonprofit organizations, the criminal justice system, research and policy institutes.

We are a vital part of ASU's vision for a New American University, with faculty and students engaging in partnerships with local and global communities to find just solutions to complex social problems.

You can contribute to our program by supporting:

  • Undergraduate scholarships and research experiences for undergraduates.
  • Graduate fellowships, including dissertation year fellowships.
  • Our speakers' series, including the John P. Frank Memorial Lecture and our Seeking Justice series.
  • Strategic initiatives such as research clusters to promote synergistic cross-disciplinary collaborations.

"Financial support from generous donations has enabled me to fully concentrate on my studies. Without this support, I would have sought alternative employment, inevitably prolonging my research and writing. As I complete my dissertation manuscript, I can state with firm confidence that this support contributed directly toward a timely completion of the doctoral program. Thank you." Christopher Schneider, doctoral student, First Generation Justice Studies Alumni Graduate Fellowship recipient.

Give NowJustice Studies Operating Fund for Strategic Initiatives

These funds are used at the discretion of the director for a variety of strategic purposes.

Speakers' Series

Give NowJohn P. Frank Memorial Lecture Endowment

The signature event of Justice and Social Inquiry, this lecture series honors the memory of John P. Frank (1917-2002), a leader in the Arizona legal community and in the nation. He is best known for representing Ernesto Miranda before the U.S. Supreme Court in 1966. A legal scholar and historian, he was very influential in shaping public policy.

Give NowSeeking Justice in Arizona Lecture Series

This lecture series features community leaders dedicated to social justice. The lectures, which are held throughout the fall semester, bring attention to a broad range of justice issues of particular relevance to the residents of Arizona.

Give NowAbout the David Wayne Isom Memorial Scholarship

David Wayne Isom was a graduate of Scottsdale High School and an M.P. Captain in the U.S. Army. David was a Scottsdale police officer before being killed in an automobile accident. This scholarship honors his instrumental leadership in the development of the Criminal Justice Program in the late 1960's.

Give NowAbout the Lionel E. Rombach Scholarship

Lionel E. Rombach served as a deputy adult pobation oficer in the Pima County Adult Probation Department and, in the late 1970's, established the Lionel E. Rombach Recreation/Criminal Justice Studies Scholarship Endowment.

Give NowAbout the Norton-Stewart Scholarship Award

Jenny Norton earned a Bachelor of Science in justice sudies at Arizona State University. She completed her post-graduate work in seminary and was appointed by her church to serve the Arizona State Department of Corrections in auxiliary chaplaincy. Terry Stewart is a former director of the Arizona State Department of Corrections. The intent of the scholarship is to support undergraduate research experiences, with particular interest in social justice research on juvenile or adult corrections/incarceration/punishment.

Give NowAbout the First Generation Justice Studies Alumni Scholarship

The First Generation Justice Studies Alumni Undergraduate Scholarship and Graduate Fellowship endowment is used to create a better learning environment for students in Justice and Social Inquiry. Students receiving support from this endowment must be first-generation students from the Arizona community who qualify for financial aid. Funds may be used for tuition, books, conference travel and other educational expenses.

Give NowAbout the Russell L. Duncan Memorial Scholarship

Russell L. Duncan was a patrol officer with the Apache Junction (Arizona) Police Department who was tragically killed in the line of duty in 1983. A golf classic has been held since 1988 with proceeds going to the scholarship endowment fund to provide an annual, perpetual scholarship in Russell's memory.

Give NowAbout the Norton Grant for Women's Studies in Justice Studies Scholarship

Jenny Norton earned a Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies at Arizona State University. She completed her post-graduate work in seminary and was appointed by her church to serve the Arizona State Department of Corrections in auxiliary chaplaincy. Jenny would like to encourage and assist those interested in a career in justice studies with a focus on women to complete their studies to better serve our community.

Give NowAbout the Arizona Constable State Association Scholarship

This award, in memory of Bernie Johnson, is for students with a minimum of two semesters remaining to complete the Bachelor of Science in justice studies and who have a justice-related career goal. Applicants must demonstrate continuing community service.