VOLUME 2, ISSUE 2 SPRING 2016

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Student Exchange NABCJ Student Newsletter

Inside this Issue Meet the Student Council 3 NABCJ Profile/ Signature Programs 4 Chapter Highlights/ Updates 5 Obama’s Human Rights Trip to Cuba 6 Resume Submission 7 Donation Project 8 Student Council Application 9 NABCJ Annual Conference 11 Information

Message from the President

Resume Submission

Our Future Leaders

Welcome to this edition of the Student Exchange. As your servant leader, I always look forward to the opportunity to share

and exchange information that is beneficial to both your academic and professional development. I want to begin by thanking the Student Council for their outstanding efforts ensuring that the student chapters are being kept informed and engaged with the programs and activities of the association. We are witnessing and upsurge in our student membership and the activation of student chapters. I want to take this opportunity to welcome the FAMU and Florida Memorial chapters to the NABCJ family.

June 1st, 2016

Donation Deadline June 15th, 2016

Chapters who wish to donate, should have their donation accounted for by the due date.

Annual Conference July 17-21, 2016

If you haven’t already registered, be sure to get that taken care of ASAP.

Upcoming Seniors and graduates should have completed resumes submitted.

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Message from the President (continued…)

As I shared in previous communication, the association continues to be very active participants in discussions addressing criminal and social justice reform, and we believe our position at the table will have a significant impact on the quality of life you will enjoy as you transition from college/university to your professional careers. We must prepare and equip a new generation of criminal justice professionals such as yourselves with the rights skills and abilities to be leaders in your respective areas of expertise and ensure the legacy and mission of the association lives on and be the voice for equality and justice. This time of year is always special for me as I have the opportunity to congratulate all of the students who part of the 2016 graduating class. Some I have known for many years such as our current student council president Ashley Buchanan, Frank Woods and Brittney Bailey just to name a few. We trust that your involvement with the association was a rewarding experience both in your personal and professional development. I want to strongly encourage you to continue your membership with the association through your involvement at the local or national level. We need a new group of pioneers to ensure the association continues to be that voice for change and equality for another 40 years and beyond. Again, congratulations to all of our graduates and we look forward to the impact you will have on future generations. If we can be of assistance in anyway as you enter the workforce, please don’t hesitate to contact the national office. As you prepare for your summer break, I hope you would consider attending our 43rd National Convention and Training Institute in Dallas, Texas this July. Dallas and the other Texas Chapters have been working very hard to ensure your experience will be one of significance both professionally and personally, so please make every effort to attend. In closing, I thank you for your continued membership and engagement in the affairs of the association. The board made some significant changes during our recent meeting in Dallas, Texas. Please take the time to review those changes and share your input and feedback. I also invite you all to follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter in order to stay informed about current and upcoming activities occurring within the Association. To follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/choldernabcj, on Instagram: Follow @nabcj_president, and on Twitter: Follow @nabcjpresident Peace and blessings, Carlyle I. Holder National President

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Meet the Student Council 2015-2016 Academic Year!

Ashley Buchanan

My name is Maxine Mathis and I am the current Secretary for the Student Council. I love shopping and trying new and creative things. After graduation I plan on going to graduate school to obtain a degree in cyber security. My favorite show is SpongeBob and my favorite food is Chicken Alfredo. My favorite sport is basketball and being from Chicago my favorite team is the Chicago bulls. My favorite part of the council is being able to connect to an organization outside of just my campus.

Xavier Perry

Maxine Mathis

My name is Xavier Perry. I am the current Vice President of the Student Council, and Sam Houston Chapter President. I enjoy reading books, spending time with family and friends, traveling, and cooking ethnic dishes. My favorite entrée is either a 16 oz. T-bone steak or a rack of baby back ribs served with mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese. I am pursuing a career with federal law enforcement post-graduation. My ultimate career goal is to be appointed director of the FBI. Within the Student Council this past year, I have expanded upon his leadership skills and learned more about the structure of NABCJ. He wishes all students the best in their academic and professional careers and encourages everyone to network.

Greetings everyone, my name is Ashley Buchanan and I currently serve as your NABCJ National Student Representative. This is my second year as the Student Council President and my fourth year as a NABCJ member. This is also my second year as the ODU-NABCJ Vice President of Administration. Recently I graduated on May 6th from Old Dominion University with my Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, and will be returning in the Fall to pursue my Masters. My goals for NABCJ include strengthening the bonds of student chapters, making sure students are informed and being a voice for student chapters. Upon my next graduation, I would like to pursue a career as a Secret Service Agent/Officer and eventually work in the Homicide Department.

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N A B C J P r o f i l e The National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice is a multiethnic, nonpartisan, nonprofit association of criminal justice professional, students and community leaders dedicated to improving the administration of justice. The Association was founded as a vehicle by which criminal justice practitioners could initiate positive change from within, while increasing opportunities for the average citizen to better understand the nature and the operation of our local, state, and federal criminal justice processes. Membership and participation in the activities of the Association are open to all, irrespective or race, creed, or country of national origin. For NABCJ members, criminal justice is more than just a career; it is a commitment to a

fundamental aspect of our democracy. Organizational Structure NABCJ has 28 adult chapter and 15 student chapter. The national database indicates that NABCJ has approximately 4,556 members, which include 310 life members. NABCJ is organized into six regions, which include the northeast, northwest, Midwest, south, southeast, and southwest. The organization is governed by Executive Officers and a Board of Directors who meet on a bi-annual basis and also during the national conference and training institute. The Executive Officers include the president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, chief presidential advisor, chief legal officer, and the immediate past president. The Board of Directors consist of 3 representatives from each region (as long as there are sufficient chapter in each of the region) and directors at large. The Directors-at-large include a member to represent the federal government, student chapters, Caribbean, and National Alliance of Faith and Justice (NAFJ).

National Signature Programs

NABCJ chapters provide a variety of programs and services to help promote social justice, strengthen community capacity, develop individual skills and competencies, and foster positive youth development. In 2013 President Holder launched two National Community Service Projects, “Adopt-A-School” and the “Blessings in a Backpack” programs.

Adopt-A-School: Innovative partnerships between local chapters and public schools designed to enhance quality of education, enrich learning experiences, and close the academic achievement gaps. Programs such as tutoring, mentoring, and the provision of social services target youth, who either reside in distressed communities, have poor to marginal academic performance, are not academically motivated, or have irregular school attendance.

Blessings in a Backpack: Designed to help meet the nutritional needs of children and families. Approximately 69% of school children are on free or reduced lunch programs. It is not uncommon for many of these kids to have little to no food to eat on the weekends during the school year. NABCJ volunteers, in collaboration with school officials, distribute backpacks filled with enough non-perishable food for the weekend to students who participate in the federally funded free or reduced fee hot lunch program. Reprint from Fall 2014

Vision The National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice influences diversity leadership, community empowerment, collaborations, coalition building, legislative testimony and dialogue in the administration of justice Mission To act upon the needs, concerns and contributions of African Americans and other people of color as they relate to the administration of equal justice.

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Student Chapter Highlights

Grambling State University Grambling State continues o be the largest active student chapter of NABCJ, and stays occupied with the numerous events that they host on campus. This includes participating in justice forums, hosting new member drives, and Service Learning Projects just to name a few.

Virginia Commonwealth University VCU has been working diligently to make their chapter one for the books. With this being the first full semester since being reinstated as a chapter, they have been busy working on educational awareness workshops. This includes getting involved in Hispanic Heritage Month and co-hosting a sex trafficking in America summit.

Sam Houston State University SHSU has been very active this semester hosting workshops and programs. Making community service a priority, SHSU participated in All Paws In (a large community service project), and SNAP Challenge where students had to live off the Texas

SNAP budget of $ 4 per day. For the second year in a row, they participated in Walk A Mile in Her Shoes to raise awareness of

sexual assault on college campuses, and hosted a numerous

amount of workshops.

Wiley College The recently rechartered student chapter of Wiley College has been busy building their chapter up and preparing student to join and understand a National club. With the Criminal Justice Department being the largest department on campus, this chapter has been working extremely hard making community service their priority.

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Shifting the Tide President Barack Obama has done something unprecedented once more. For the first time in 88

years Air Force One touched down on Cuban soil. Obama was attempting to reconcile bad blood and

address human rights with Cuban leaders. Americans and Cubans alike have been celebrating the historic

trip by the soon to be Immediate Past President of the United States. However, there was one

unsurprising instigator amidst the Cuban following. And that individual was Cuba’s former leader Fidel

Castro who spoke of the event as sickening. Castro believes that Obama made a pointless venture and the

Cuban people don’t need America’s support to succeed.

However, Americans should be pleased because according to the Huffington Post our President

was attempting to revamp ties with Latin American countries and create more opportunities for economic

success. With the top candidates in the presidential election having little to no intent to address Latin ties

we should appreciate what the President is doing during his farewell tour. Strengthening our ties and

pursuing business cannot be completed with a singular visit so our incoming leader must follow suit if

foreign policy and business are important.

By: Xavier Perry

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NABCJ’s Summer 2016 Job Fair

Calling all graduating NABCJ students!

The NABCJ National Board is requesting that you submit your resume’s

ASAP along with a brief list of 2-3 areas/fields of Criminal Justice interest in which

you would like to work for. This call for resumes is not a guarantee that you all will

receive employment via NABCJ affiliation. However, the next generation of CJ

Leaders is very important to NABCJ and they would like to strengthen our student

and adult chapter networks. NABCJ has connections within various fields of

Criminal Justice ranging from Juvenile Justice to Federal Law Enforcement to

Victim Services and beyond.

June 1 is the priority deadline, however you may submit after, but you will not

receive priority consideration. The resume should include a references page. It is

highly suggested that all students regardless of classification bring their resumes on

USB flash drives. All resumes need to be submitted to the NABCJ National

(office@nabcj.org). Any questions regarding this job fair should be directed to

NABCJ National VP Terri McGee (terrinabcj@aol.com) or our National Office

Manager Deborah Burwell (office@nabcj.org).

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NABCJ prides itself on getting just representation for minorities and all people around the nation. However, another major component of the organization is service. We enjoy impacting the lives of the less fortunate or the needy. Which is why each year a service project is conducted where we donate to a nonprofit organization or business. This year, the Student Council will be at the helm of the donation project. We are donating to Promise House in Dallas, TX, which is a shelter for youth in crisis.]’ Promise House takes care of abused, neglected and other misfortunate youth by offering support through counseling housing and spending necessary time with these individuals. Since 1984, they have invested in the lives of over 75,000 youth and families to aid them in conquering adversity. Some of their services include Residential Housing and Community Outreach Programs. Last year alone they distributed approximately 12,000 meals to youth, and 99% of them were able to depart to a safe, stable home. The Council will be asking for donations of various new items to assist with this project. The items do change by the season, so be attentive to any updates provided.

• Baby: Bottles, maternity clothing, pacifiers, toddler clothing, car seats, onesies, sippy cups • Entertainment: Amazon gift cards, board games, Xbox One Games (E-T), batteries (AA & AAA),

DVD’S (G – PG), Wii controllers • Home: backpacks, towels & washcloths, throw blankets, travel size umbrellas • Toiletries: African American hair care products, chapstick, shampoo/conditioner, women’s/men’s

body wash, towels & washcloths, women’s/men’s deodorant • Non-Perishables: crackers & cracker sandwiches, fruit cups, granola bars, pudding packs, easy mac

(singles), instant oatmeal cups, microwaveable soup bowls • Male Closet (youth and adult sizes): athletic pants, hoodies, T-shirts, boxers and boxer briefs, polo

shirts • Female Closet (youth and adult sizes): athletic pants, hoodies, T-shirts, bras & sports bras, polo shirts,

undergarments

Also, monetary donations go a very long way for this organization. $25 can give a child fresh socks and undergarments once they arrive off the street.

• $25–Equipsonehomelessyouthwithnewundergarmentsandafreshpairofsocksassoonastheyarriveoffthestreet.

• $50–Suppliesamonthofdiapers,formula,andbabyfoodforateenmother’sinfant. • $100–ProvidesonePromiseHouseclientwithamonthofindividualandgroupcounselingsessions,case

managementservices,andfamilyreconciliationservices. • $250–Suppliesupto10monthlybuspassesforPromiseHouseresidentialclientstravelingtowork,

school,ordoctor’sappointments.

If you are interested in donating physical items please contact Ms. Deborah Burwell or Terri McGee and send them to the NABCJ National Office: NABCJ Headquarters 1801 Fayetteville Street 106 Whiting Criminal Justice Building P.O. Box 20011-C Durham, NC 27707 If you wish to make a monetary contribution you may mail it as well or bring it with you to the National Conference. Questions should be addressed to Terri McGee, Deborah Burwell, Student Council President Ashley Buchanan, or Student Council VP Xavier Perry.

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NationalAssociationofBlacksinCriminalJustice

Student Council Application

Please type or print legibly:

Name: __________________________________________ Date: ___________________

Mailing Address: __________________________________________________________

City: __________________________ State: ______ Zip: __________________________

Cell Phone: (____) _________________ University: ______________________________

Email Address: __________________________________________________________

Position(s) Applying for: _____________________________________________________

Classification: _________________________________

Please answer the following in 3-4 full sentences.

1. How did you hear about the Student Council?

2. Are you aware of all of the duties associated with the position you are applying for?

3. Why do you feel you are the best candidate for this position?

4. How long have you been a member of NABCJ? And what leadership roles, if any, have you held?

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5. Please list your other extracurricular activities

6. In the event that an officer was posting provocative and vulgar information on social media, what steps would you take to address said officer?

7. In detail, please explain how you would hand down constructive criticism to a subordinate. Then, explain how you handle constructive criticism coming from a superior.

Please attach a copy of your resume, and submit all documents to the NABCJ national office – NABCJ NCCU P.O. Box 19788 Durham, NC 27707. Or via email to office@nabcj.org

Student Council Selection Process

In order to be selected as a councilmember a student must be either an undergraduate or graduate student

chapter member of NABCJ. The student must obtain an application from either the NABCJ national

office or any current serving councilmember. The student must then complete the application and submit

the document along with a formatted resume via email to the NABCJ national office (office@nabcj.org).

Following the application review the student will then be notified if they are accepted for interview. The

first interview will be a virtual interview with the current Student Council and Advisor(s). The student

will follow that interview with a virtual interview with the NABCJ President, Vice President, Secretary,

Office Manager and any other Board members as requested by the President. The student will receive

confirmation of an appointment via email or phone by the current NABCJ President.

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SPRING 2016 VOLUME 2, ISSUE 2 National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SOLUTIONS ORGANIZATION

“COMMITTED TO JUSTICE FOR ALL”

DATE: _____________________________

Please type or print legibly: Mr. [ ] Mrs. [ ] Ms. [ ] Dr. [ ] Name ________________________________________Title/ Agency_________________________________________

Mailing Address_________________________________________________________________________________________

City__________________________________________________State____________________Zip______________________

Work Phone (____) _______________Home Phone (____) ___________________________Fax (____) __________________

E-mail address__________________________________________________________________________________________

Special Dietary Needs_____________________________________________________________________________________

Yes____ No____ I Will Require a Training Certificate For My Employer

Pre-Registration Rates Are: ______Member-$350 _______Non-Member-$420_____One Day*-$180______Student**-$150

Pre-registrants must � to be placed on list. On-site registrants based on seat

availability. _______Wednesday July 20, 2016

Advance and On-site Registration Rates Are:

______Member-$475_______Non-Member-$545______One Day *-$195______Student**-$150

Total amount enclosed: ________________Make check or money order payable to NABCJ Mailing address must be the same as billing address for Credit Card. A $3.00 processing fee will be added to each Credit Card transaction.

Credit Cards Accepted: Credit Card:

Type of Card: ________________________ CC#: _________________________________________ Exp. Date_____________________Signature_____________________________________________

If you have any questions or require assistance for a disability, please explain above or contact: NABCJ, NC Central University, P.O. Box 20011-C, Durham, NC 27707, telephone :( 919) 683-1801;

fax (919) 683-1903, or call us toll free at, (866) U4NABCJ (866) 846-2225 *Workshops only, **Documented f/t undergraduate student

®

Advance and On-site Registration 06/16/16 - 07/21/16

Registration Form Or You can apply online at: www.nabcj.org

Pre- Registration

Credit Card Payment

43rd Annual Conference & Training Institute July 17th – 21st, 2016

Sheraton Dallas Hotel ~ Dallas, Texas

Correctional Tours

NABCJ  must  receive  a  “written  cancellation  notice”  no  later  than  July 1, 2016, in order for us to refund conference registration. No conference registration will be refunded after that date. Refunds will be issued 4-6 weeks after the conference. All cancellations will be assessed a $100.00 processing fee (including credit card debit transactions). Confirmed  registrants  “no  shows”  are  liable for the entire registration fee. Substitutions, including those made on-site, are allowed with the written permission of the original registrant.

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NABCJ

43rd

ANNUAL CONFERENCE & TRAINING INSTITUTE

Conference Housing Reservations Form

July 17-23, 2016

The Sheraton Dallas Hotel

Dallas, Texas

_____________________________Date

Name___________________________________________________________________

First Middle Last

Address_________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

City State Zip Code

Work (___) ________________ Cell (___) Fax (___) ______________

E-mail address____________________________________________________________

Arrival Date__________________Time___________Departure Date

King Double

Roommate (if applicable)

Deadline for Hotel Reservation is June 1, 2016. (Rate may be higher after this date)

(*****Please Note: Rates are Only Guaranteed When Made through the NABCJ Housing Bureau)

There will be a $50 hold PER DAY on ALL credit cards for incidentals.

Room Rate: $123.00 + $18.45 (tax) = $141.45 per night

Credit card: American Express_____ Visa______ Master Card______ Discover___________

Credit Card # ____________________________________ Exp. Date

**Credit card reservations will be accepted by fax at 919.683.1903. Money orders & checks must

be mailed, along with this form to: NABCJ, NCCU, P.O. Box 20011-C, Durham, NC 27707.

Name as printed on card: _______________________Signature:

(Billing address for credit card should be same as address above)

Reservations can also be made at www.nabcj.org by clicking on the Sheraton Dallas Link.

Questions: Contact Bea Anderson via e-mail at: anderbea@comcast.net

Fax completed form to National Office @ (919)-683-1903

THE LOREM IPSUMS SPRING 2016

NABCJ Headquarters

1801 Fayetteville Street 106 Whiting Criminal Justice Building

P.O. Box 20011-C Durham, NC 27707

(919) 683-1801 | Office (866) 846-2225 | Toll Free (919) 683-1903 | Fax

Email: office@nabcj.org Web: www.nabcj.org

Committed to Justice for All