Student Organizations

Our criminology & criminal justice students are active in building a strong community.

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Criminal Justice Society

Our Criminal Justice Society is a social organization that brings together students who share common interests in crime and justice. The society regularly visits prison facilities in Huntsville, Texas, invites the Fort Worth Police Department K9 unit to campus for demonstrations and explores a police training facility. Aside from visiting various criminal justice facilities within the state, the group meets several times each semester to socialize, discuss issues and learn from guest speakers.

For information regarding upcoming events and membership, contact the Criminal Justice Society faculty adviser, Dr. Katie Polzer.

Alpha Phi Sigma

Our local chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma, the national criminal justice honor society, engages in a host of activities designed to give back to the community. Recently, members hosted a donation drive for The Women’s Center, volunteered at the Tarrant Area Food Bank, held a fundraiser to benefit troubled youth and sponsored a donation drive to provide stuffed animals to children experiencing the ill effects of crime. Membership requires a 3.3 GPA and the completion of four criminology & criminal justice courses. APS inductees are recognized at our spring banquet and with Honors cords at graduation.

For information regarding upcoming events and membership, contact our Alpha Phi Sigma faculty adviser, Dr. Benjamin Comer.

Kappa Alpha Pi

Kappa Alpha Pi (KAPi) is a pre-law and government fraternity that was founded on-campus during the 2024 Spring semester. This small, tight-knit co-ed fraternity consists of high-achieving pre-law and government students, with individuals determined to gain further exposure into all areas involving the law. Seeking to bridge the gap between undergraduate education and next steps towards careers in law/government, KAPi provides students with invaluable resources such as a comprehensive network of alumni within their field, discounted LSAT study courses, and information sessions with employers and law school admissions offices alike.

For information regarding upcoming events and membership, contact our Kappa Alpha Pi faculty advisers, Dr. Ronald Burns or Dr. Rashaan DeShay.

Mock Trial Team

TCU Mock Trial is a student-driven organization supported by the AddRan College of Liberal Arts and the Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice. Founded in the fall of 2021 through the efforts of Associate Professor Michele Meitl and student Walter Flanagin, the team simulates real courtroom trials, allowing students interested in law and advocacy to compete nationally. Since its inception, TCU Mock Trial has achieved significant milestones, including winning the 2021 New Student Organization of the Year award and securing individual and team honors in various competitions.

The organization has expanded to include two competitive teams, with annual tryouts held in the spring. Students practice professionalism and courtroom procedures, developing vital skills such as leadership and time management. Funded by philanthropic donations and student dues, TCU Mock Trial also hosts the “Mock Frogs Invitational,” attracting teams from Texas and Colorado. In their third year of competition, Team A achieved first place at the Chucky Mullins Invitational, further demonstrating the team's growth and success. Interested students can sign up for tryouts via TCU Engage for a chance to join this dynamic organization.

For information regarding upcoming events and membership, contact the Mock Trial faculty adviser, Dr. Michele Meitl.