Ken Dowler

Ken Dowler serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Criminology within the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences at Wilfrid Laurier University, where he contributes to academic instruction and research in specialized criminological fields.

His research program centers on the intersection of media representations and criminal behavior, with particular expertise in:

• Media Criminology
• Outlaw Biker Subcultures
• Corporate and White-Collar Crime
• Film Analysis of Criminal Narratives
• Cultural Depictions of Illicit Activities

Dr. Dowler's scholarly work examines how cinematic portrayals shape public understanding of corporate misconduct, notably through his publication "Corporate Wrongdoing on Film: 'The Public Be Damned'" which analyzes Hollywood's treatment of institutional crime. His research demonstrates consistent focus on visual media's role in constructing crime discourse across contemporary society.

Academic engagement is facilitated through direct contact channels:

• Email: kdowler@wlu.ca
• Phone: 519.756.8228 x5754
• Office: GRH Building
• Availability: By appointment only