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Rasmussen College in Rockford to Host Panel Discussion Featuring Leading Women in Criminal Justice

November 16, 2009

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ROCKFORD, IL., (November 16, 2009) – Rasmussen College in Rockford, Ill., has teamed up with the area’s leading female professionals in criminal justice to present “Women in Law: Success in the 21st Century,” on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. The panel discussion is open to the public and will address the opportunities and challenges for women pursuing a career in criminal justice. Presented by the college’s School of Justice Studies, the discussion will feature five prominent women in the criminal justice field serving the local Rockford-area.

WHAT: “Women in Law: Success in the 21st Century”
WHO: Chief Judge Janet Holmgren – “2009 Women of the Year”, Rockford Woman Magazine
Andrea Tack – Winnebago County Jail Superintendent
Jamie Evans – Chief of Police, Roscoe, Ill
Carol Lussky – Chief of Police, Pinegree Grove, Ill
Sue Fiduccia – Winnebago County Coroner
WHERE: Rasmussen College – Rockford Campus
6000 East State Street, Lower Level
Rockford, IL 61108
WHEN: Wednesday, November 18
10 a.m.

The School of Justice Studies at Rasmussen College in Rockford offers regionally accredited Associate’s degrees in Criminal Justice and Paralegal, including specialized programs in Corrections, Crime Scene Evidence, Homeland Security and Law Enforcement. For additional information, visit www.rasmussen.edu or contact: 815-316-4800 to speak with an admissions representative.

ABOUT RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
Founded in 1900, Rasmussen College is a premier provider of online educational experiences dedicated to the growth and development of its students, employees, and the communities it serves. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Rasmussen College offers Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees in fields with the greatest occupation opportunities to more than 15,000 students. Through its partnerships with leading universities, Rasmussen offers opportunities to students beyond the Bachelor’s level. Through the Rasmussen Partner Network, students can earn Master’s and Doctoral degrees completely online, at their own convenience, from leading universities around the country. To learn more about Rasmussen College, please visit www.Rasmussen.edu.

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