The new criminal justice program at Sterling College will host Ray Roberts, Kansas Secretary of Corrections, on Oct. 2, 2014 at 7 p.m. in Heritage Hall on the campus of Sterling College. Roberts will discuss the current state of corrections in Kansas as well as answer questions in a town hall meeting. The event will bring together law enforcement from Rice and surrounding counties, students from the College, and other community guests. The event is free and open to the public.

"This is a wonderful opportunity for our students in the criminal justice program. They have been asked to dine with Roberts before the event, allowing them to ask questions and interact with him in a small-group setting. Students will then have the opportunity to socialize with professionals in their field during the reception after Secretary Roberts' presentation. We hope that area law enforcement will see what a great opportunity this is to both hear from Roberts and inspire young criminal justice majors," said Dr. Mark Tremaine, assistant professor of criminal justice.

Those interested in attending the event can RSVP by Sept. 30 by calling Tremaine at 620.278.4295.

Sterling College is a Christ-centered, four-year college located in Sterling, Kan., with a mission to develop creative and thoughtful leaders who understand a maturing Christian faith. For more information, visit www.sterling.edu.