Michael F TenEyck

Dr. Michael TenEyck is an Assistant Professor in Criminology and Criminal Justice at UT Arlington, researching biosocial criminology, racial disparities in justice systems, and life-course crime predictors. His work employs longitudinal datasets to examine policing outcomes and probation effectiveness.

Research Focus: Investigates cumulative risk factors for criminal behavior, racial/skin color effects on police encounters, and psychological profiles in law enforcement. Current projects analyze felony probation systems and father absence impacts on delinquency.

Awards:

• Outstanding Mentor Award, ACJS (2021)

Advising: Mentors 5+ doctoral students researching IPV, risk assessment validation, and adolescent social media impacts. Leads NIH-funded studies on community court initiatives and hate crime victimization during crises.