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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. &gt;&gt;&gt;<a href=\"https:\/\/omny.fm\/shows\/talk-radio-102-3\/we-hear-from-utcs-theatre-and-criminal-justice-departments\">Listen<\/a>&gt;&gt;&gt;<br><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dr. Rick Dierenfeldt, U.C. Foundation Professor and Head of UTC\u2019s Department of Criminal Justice, joined WGOW 102.3 FM\u2019s Jed and JR Mornings to discuss the FBI\u2019s decision to lower employment requirements and training time. 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