Faculty and Staff
Meet the dedicated faculty and staff of the Department of Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics, committed to providing personalized and rigorous learning experiences at Seattle University.
Our talented and accomplished faculty and staff are core to the Seattle University experience. What sets our faculty apart is a passion and dedication to the success of every student. From your intellectual and personal growth to leadership formation, Seattle University endows you with the knowledge, skills, connections and global perspective to become a leader of purpose.
In our classrooms, you’ll notice our small class sizes, esteemed faculty and people from a wide range of backgrounds and faiths. In our departments, you’ll have the support of talented professionals to realize your goals. Everyone contributes to a personalized, rigorous learning experience that empowers deeper learning and your ambitions at Seattle University and beyond.
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Peter A. Collins, PhD
Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Thomas 'Tag' Gleason, JD
Adjunct Professor
Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Virginia Gleason, JD
Adjunct Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Bonnie Glenn, JD
Adjunct Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Elaine Gunnison, PhD
Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Director, Master of Arts in Criminal Justice
Jacqueline B. Helfgott, PhD
Professor/Director
Crime & Justice Research Center
Matt Hickman, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Beverly Himick, PhD
Adjunct Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Al O'Brien, MPA
Assistant Teaching Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics
Carmen A. Rivera, MS
Assistant Teaching Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology and Forensics
Assistant Dean of Student Engagement
John Vinson, PhD
Adjunct Professor, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Forensics