CRIMSOC

The University of Canterbury Criminal Justice Society (CRIMSOC) is an academic/social club dedicated to students studying towards a Bachelor of Criminal Justice. CRIMSOC is an inclusive club that offers a range of opportunities and events for BCJ students to get involved with. Providing academic support, exam tutorials, social events, and a bit of inspiration through events like careers evenings, CRIMSOC is multi-faceted with an active and vibrant community.

This year the club has some pretty awesome events coming up. Our social BBQ is coming up in the first week on March, and our annual Quiz Night is set for May! If you’ve ever dreamt of being on CSI, CSI Day is one to attend where we are lucky to have the Police CIB Team tell us what it takes to be a part of the CSI Unit in Aotearoa. As well as CSI Day, our Police Term is offering a visit from Customs Dogs and Bootcamp! Bootcamp training is also on the cards for this year, for any students who are interested to see what goes on behind training for the Police and test those fitness levels.

CRIMSOC is continuing our volunteering initiatives like Herenga Muka/Creating Connections a volunteering opportunity unique to CRIMSOC in collaboration with the Department of Corrections, which allows students to use and apply differing skill sets in working with inmates at the Christchurch Mens’ Prison. Keep an eye out on our socials for any updates!

CRIMSOC is a great way to meet and socialise with others working towards a BCJ, but note that you don’t have to be studying a BCJ to join as we welcome anyone to come along and get involved in our events.

Go beyond the lecture theatre, get involved with the wider community and join CRIMSOC.