Amanda Pompoco

Amanda R. Pompoco is a Researcher at the University of Cincinnati's School of Criminal Justice, affiliated with the Department of Criminal Justice. She holds the position of Research Associate and serves as an Adjunct Instructor. Her work bridges academic research with practitioner training, focusing on correctional education, institutional programming, and evidence-based interventions in criminal justice systems.

Dr. Pompoco earned her Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati in 2021. Her research emphasizes program evaluation, particularly in correctional education and community supervision settings. She has contributed to statewide studies, including Ohio’s prison programs evaluation and Wisconsin’s continuous quality improvement efforts in community supervision.

Her research interests include correctional education effectiveness, reducing recidivism, and applying evidence-based practices to criminal justice policies. She actively trains practitioners in cognitive behavioral interventions and supports implementation of the EPICS model in correctional facilities.

Recent publications highlight her focus on sentencing reform, program timing, and institutional misconduct reduction. While no formal awards are listed, her contributions to policy-driven research underscore her commitment to bridging academic and practical criminal justice challenges.

Her work extends to program redesign initiatives and coaching practitioners, reflecting a dedication to improving outcomes for incarcerated individuals and communities.