Nathaniel Lawshe

Dr. Nathaniel Lawshe is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Nichols College, where he contributes to the Department of Criminal Justice within the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a PhD in Criminology and Justice Policy from Northeastern University and earned both a BA and MA in Criminology and Psychology from the University of South Florida.

• PhD, Criminology and Justice Policy, Northeastern University, Boston, MA
• MA, Criminology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
• BA, Criminology and Psychology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL

Dr. Lawshe's research focuses on police organizations and culture, organizational justice, body-worn camera adoption, and racial equity in policing. He employs quantitative methods to analyze structural, cultural, and environmental predictors of police behavior and policy implementation. His work bridges academic scholarship with practical applications in law enforcement agencies across the United States.

His recent publications reflect a consistent focus on modern policing challenges, particularly the adoption and impact of body-worn cameras, spatial patterns in policing, and the sociocultural dynamics of hate crimes and police violence. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary engagement with criminology, sociology, public policy, and organizational behavior.

Dr. Lawshe has contributed to leading academic references, including the Routledge Handbook of Homicide Studies, The Oxford Encyclopedia of Criminology & Criminal Justice, and the Wiley Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology. His empirical work appears in peer-reviewed journals such as Policing: A Journal of Policy and Practice, Journal of Criminal Justice, and Criminal Justice Studies.

He has collaborated with criminal justice agencies to conduct data-driven analyses aimed at improving agency function and policy outcomes. These partnerships underscore his commitment to applied research and public service in the criminal justice domain.

Dr. Lawshe is actively involved in research and publication, with no indication of retirement or emeritus status. He maintains an active academic profile and is engaged in ongoing scholarly contributions to the field of criminal justice.