Dr. Rick Dierenfeldt, U.C. Foundation Professor and Head of UTC’s Department of Criminal Justice, joined WGOW 102.3 FM’s Jed and JR Mornings to discuss the FBI’s decision to lower employment requirements and training time. He explained current standards and noted that the change aims to address potential staffing gaps caused by expected retirements and severance packages. While some worry it could lower quality, Dierenfeldt said the FBI historically attracts highly qualified applicants, so there may not be a widespread impact on overall agent quality. >>>Listen>>>