Addrain Conyers

Addrain Conyers serves as Assistant Provost for Faculty Development and Associate Professor of Crime and Justice Studies at Marist College. He holds a PhD in Sociology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, along with an MA in Sociology and a BA in Psychology and Sociology from Boston College.

His research focuses on criminology, deviant behavior, corrections, prisoner reentry, and race relations. Notable publications include Deviance today (2020) and influential articles on topics like institutional racial paralysis and diversity initiatives in higher education.

Dr. Conyers has been recognized with prestigious awards including the Marist College Board of Trustees’ Faculty Award for Distinguished Teaching (2020) and multiple Faculty of the Year Awards (2013–2019). He actively contributes to professional organizations such as the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences and the Criminal Justice Educators Association of New York State.

His work bridges academic research with practical applications, emphasizing pedagogical innovation in race-related dialogues and equity-focused initiatives. He has advised numerous programs and mentored students through initiatives like the SUNY Brockport McNair Program.