Lambda Alpha Epsilon is a national co-ed fraternal organization. It was first established in 1937 at San Jose State College, in California. There are six regions and there are chapters in 75% of of the states. The organizations objectives are to:

• Improve criminal justice through educational activities.
• Foster professionalism in law enforcement personnel and agencies.
• Promote professional, academic, and public awareness of criminal justice issues.
• Encourage the establishment and expansion of higher education and professional training in criminal justice.
• Provide a unified voice for professionals in, and students of, criminal justice.
• Promote high standards of ethical conduct, professional training, and higher education within the   criminal justice field.