Pamela Lizardi

Faculty - OYO

480-899-6940 (alt)

Office Hours

I live part time in Show Low Arizona during the hot months and in Tempe Arizona in the winter months. I teach online so you are welcome to call me anytime at 480-899-6940.

Profile

I have completed my course work for my PHD in Educational Leadership through northern Arizona University in 2009. Retired from Show Low High School where I taught US History for 8 years. Prior to this I was appointed as the Training & Staff Development Administrator for the Trial Courts of Maricopa County in July 2003 after serving as the Training Coordinator for Maricopa County Limited Jurisdiction Courts since March 2002.  I served over 22years in the United States Army as a Military Police Officers, and retired as a First Sergeant.  I have had a successful 20 year training background, having written numerous training programs, most significantly is Improving One-on-One Training.  I hold a Masters in Education with Ottawa University.  I received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Phoenix.  I have been adjunct faculty with Mesa Community College in the Judicial Studies program for over 10 years.  I hold certificates from the Arizona Dept. of Education in teaching Career & Technical Education, Business & Marketing, Adult Education, and Secondary Education in History & Business.  I continue to learn with two organizations, National Association of State Judicial Educators and the American Society of Training and Development, along with additional college classes.  All of my education was accomplished part-time at nights while I worked full-time and was taking care of an ageing parent. So I know the difficulties you face while taking classes, so please be in contact with me throughout the course. 

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

AJS101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 Credits

An introduction to crime and society's responses to it. Examines the nature and causes of crime, the criminal law, constitutional safeguards, and the organization and operation of the criminal justice system including the police, courts, jails, prisons, probation and parole departments, and community corrections agencies. Covers the history of the criminal justice system, terminology and career opportunities. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course unless noted.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13219
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Class Started

13239

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 13239 Students may contact instructor at: pamela.lizardi@mesacc.edu

AJS109 Substantive Criminal Law 3 Credits

Covers philosophy of legal sanctions and historical development from the common law to modern American criminal law, classifications of crimes, elements of and parties to crimes, general definition of crimes, common defenses utilized. Includes specific offenses and the essential elements of each offense.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15948
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Class Started

AJS225 Criminology 3 Credits

Study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics and crime trends. Examines crime victimization and the various types of crime and categories of offenders. Required in the AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course, unless otherwise indicated

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13226
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Class Started

AJS258 Victimology and Crisis Management in Public Safety 3 Credits

Victimology, the criminal justice system, techniques of crisis intervention and management, and the importance of a multicultural and global perspective. Includes violent crimes, sexual assault, family violence, post-traumatic stress disorder, the role of substance abuse, developing effective coping skills of victims and responders, appropriate community resources, and the cultural responsiveness of the justice system.

Course Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course, unless otherwise indicated

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13233

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 13233 Students may contact instructor at: pamela.lizardi@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2024

AJS258 Victimology and Crisis Management in Public Safety 3 Credits

Victimology, the criminal justice system, techniques of crisis intervention and management, and the importance of a multicultural and global perspective. Includes violent crimes, sexual assault, family violence, post-traumatic stress disorder, the role of substance abuse, developing effective coping skills of victims and responders, appropriate community resources, and the cultural responsiveness of the justice system.

Course Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course, unless otherwise indicated

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15079

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 15079 Students may contact instructor at: pamela.lizardi@mesacc.edu

Spring 2025

AJS101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 Credits

An introduction to crime and society's responses to it. Examines the nature and causes of crime, the criminal law, constitutional safeguards, and the organization and operation of the criminal justice system including the police, courts, jails, prisons, probation and parole departments, and community corrections agencies. Covers the history of the criminal justice system, terminology and career opportunities. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26053
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Open

18 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course unless noted.

AJS109 Substantive Criminal Law 3 Credits

Covers philosophy of legal sanctions and historical development from the common law to modern American criminal law, classifications of crimes, elements of and parties to crimes, general definition of crimes, common defenses utilized. Includes specific offenses and the essential elements of each offense.

Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26058
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

9 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course unless noted.

AJS123 Ethics and the Administration of Justice 3 Credits

Introduces and explores ethical issues and the justice system. Focuses on ethics and the law, the police, courts and corrections. Reviews ethical theory, concepts and practices as they relate to administration of justice. Explores issues of how media/social media shape ethics. Encourages critical thinking and value decision making in criminal justice system situations. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27099

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

2 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course unless noted.

Class 27099 Students may contact instructor at: pamela.lizardi@mesacc.edu

AJS258 Victimology and Crisis Management in Public Safety 3 Credits

Victimology, the criminal justice system, techniques of crisis intervention and management, and the importance of a multicultural and global perspective. Includes violent crimes, sexual assault, family violence, post-traumatic stress disorder, the role of substance abuse, developing effective coping skills of victims and responders, appropriate community resources, and the cultural responsiveness of the justice system.

Course Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26068
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Open

12 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: Course fees include online access to class materials including textbooks required to complete this course unless noted.

Spring Flex Start 2025

AJS200 Current Issues In Criminal Justice 3 Credits

Examines current issues, techniques and trends in the Criminal Justice System. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28192

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

19 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

No book required.

Class 28192 Students may contact instructor at: pamela.lizardi@mesacc.edu

Degrees & Awards

EDUCATION

Certification in Principalship from Northern Arizona University, Fall 2009

Masters in Education, Ottawa University, Feb 2005

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program, Secondary Education, July 2003

Ottawa University

Bachelors of Science in Business Management, October 2000

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona

AWARDS AND HONORS

People to People Teacher Edition 2007

Meritorious Service Medal with 1 Oak leaf Cluster

Army Commendation Medal with 2 Oak leaf Clusters

Army Achievement Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters

Good Conduct Medal

National Defense Service Medal

Arizona Distinguished Service Medal

Arizona Meritorious Service Medal with 5th Award

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