Mock Prison Riot

Mock Prison Riot

Mock Prison Riot
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Dates
5 May 2013 to 9 May 2013

Cost
1,018

Location(s)
Moundsville, WV

There’s no better way to understand the workings and missions of Correctional Emergency Response Teams (CERT) than to experience them first-hand at the Mock Prison Riot. While on this travel study program, you’ll travel to West Virginia to participate in the Mock Prison Riot as a mock prisoner, helping these teams train for real life situations. You’ll observe and participate in a number of training scenarios and courses and return with a great knowledge of the inner workings of those in the criminal justice field.

Registration for this program is now open. If you want to join WSU for this amazing opportunity, sign up as soon as possible – spots will go fast!

Destination: Moundsville, West Virginia
Dates: May 5 to May 9, 2013
Program Director: Bruce Bayley
Director Email: bbayley@weber.edu

 

The Academics

For participating in this travel study program, you will receive 3 credit hours from the following:

  • CJ 4950: Field Trips/Travel Study
  • MCJ 6250: Topics in Criminal Justice

The Faculty

Bruce Bayley: Dr. Bruce Bayley, the program director for this travel study program, is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at WSU. He’s a retired correctional officer from California and has led this program for the last five years.

The Itinerary

May 5: Depart for Pittsburgh, PA
May 6-9: Mock Prison Riot in Moundsville, WV
May 9: Return to SLC

The Details

The tentative cost of $1,018 includes:

  • Airfare
  • Lodging
  • Local Transportation
  • Faculty

The cost does not include any unscheduled travel, and baggage cost.

All participants must be at least 18 years old. This program is open to all WSU students and members of the community; however preference will be given to WSU students. All participants must have no criminal history; a criminal background check is required prior to leaving for the Mock Prison Riot. Students may put themselves at risk should they choose to be tazed or participate in some of the activities. You will be notified of any potential risks.

The Bottom Line

$500 non-refundable deposit due March 1, 2011.
Remaining balance ($899) due no later than April 1, 2012

You may pay in person at the Hurst Center room 102B, by phone with a credit card, 626-6600, or 1-800-848-7700, extension 6600.

 

The Fine Print

If the trip is cancelled, all participants will be refunded in full. Any refunds for withdrawal from the program will be determined by the Study Abroad Director according to the recoverability of incurred costs and fees, and according to Continuing Education Policy. Once the group leaves, all costs are non-refundable in their entirety. Dates and prices may change. It is the responsibility of each participant to be aware of any changes by staying in contact with Study Abroad and the program director.

 

Questions?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact your program director, or call Continuing Education at (801) 626-6600.