Alexander Updegrove

Alexander Updegrove is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at the University of North Texas. His research focuses on capital punishment, immigration policy, U.S.-Mexico border dynamics, victimology, public opinion, and racial disparities in criminal justice. He holds a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice and is affiliated with Chilton Hall 273B on campus.

Dr. Updegrove’s work emphasizes intersectional analyses of race, crime, and public perception, particularly in high-profile cases like the George Zimmerman trial and the January 6th insurrection. He has published extensively on topics such as Confederate symbolism, police perceptions in border towns, and gender-based misconduct at the U.S.-Mexico border.

His recent articles (2021–2025) highlight trends in racialized public opinion, the impact of cultural orientations on gun policy, and legal frameworks for intellectual disability in capital cases. Despite prolific publication, no scientific awards or grants are explicitly noted in the provided materials.

No formal advisees or lab affiliations are listed, though his research often involves collaborative, multi-method approaches to criminological questions.