Post 05
November 5, 2024
In my Doc 02, about convincing undecided college students to major in criminal justice, my thesis is that there are so many different kinds of jobs available from police officer to private investiagor to judges with a criminal justice degree under ones belt. A logical argument I may use to support this is that no matter where you go in this field, employers will always see you shining bright because of your criminal justice degree. It is so versatile, and it is so easy to work your way up a hierachy in this field. You could start as a street cop making $40k a year, depending on where you work, to being hired due to that job as a private investigator making $90k a year. This logical argument would work because everybody wants to work a job that they know they have benefits, and will eventually always get paid more, which is always a criminal justice field job.
Rebecca Jones, author of Finding the Good Argument OR Why Bother With Logic, says something worth mentioning; "As we will discuss below, one of the rules of good argument is that participants in an argument agree on the primary standpoint and that individuals are willing to concede if a point of view is proven wrong" (Jones, 158). While I believe my thesis is true and worth arguing for, some many wish to argue against it. Arguments take a lot of research, and if there are articles against a hierarchial view of the criminal justice degree jobs, then i'd love to see them. "In conclusion, a Criminal Justice degree is a valuable investment in one's future. It opens doors to a wide range of exciting and fulfilling careers, equips individuals with essential skills, and empowers them to make a positive impact on society. Whether you aspire to become a police officer, a lawyer, a corrections officer, or a cybersecurity expert, a Criminal Justice education provides the foundation for success." A direct quote from my Doc 02, showing that a criminal justice degree is a door with many wonderous jobs and opportunities behind it, as long as you're willing to put in the work.
Works Cited
Jones, Rebecca. "Finding the Good Argument OR Why Bother With Logic?" Writing Spaces: Readings on Writing, Volume 1, edited by Charles Lowe and Pavel Zemliansky, Parlor Press, 2010, pp. 156-179.
I know someone who’s pursed his criminal justice career field and graduated with a degree and he is very successful. Your point about employers seeing a shining light with the degree is the truth and there is so much you can do with it. It’s not one of those majors that is very limited into what you can accomplish, because like as you mentioned it opens doors to a wide range of fulfilling opportunities.
ReplyDeleteGreat post Yvonne! Rebecca Jones’ point about the importance of good argumentation reinforces the approach to addressing counterpoints. Acknowledging the possibility of counterarguments about the hierarchical structure of criminal justice careers strengthens that position, as it shows openness to discussion and critical thinking, qualities essential in any field. Exploring counterarguments about challenges in the criminal justice system, like limitations or barriers in career progression, could add depth and provide balanced insights. Phrasing it as “a door with many wondrous jobs and opportunities” is inviting and encourages me to see this field as more than just a career choice, but a chance to contribute meaningfully to society.
ReplyDeleteCriminal justice is definitely a great major! It offers a unique blend of theory and practical knowledge that can lead to a variety of career paths. Whether you're interested in law enforcement, corrections, legal studies, or even forensic science, this major provides a solid foundation. Plus, with the ongoing discussions about criminal justice reform and the importance of reducing the prison population, there's a lot of meaningful work to be done.
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