Patrick J Solar

Dr. Patrick J Solar is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice and Forensic Investigation at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, within the College of Liberal Arts and Education. He serves as the Program Coordinator for the online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program and teaches courses such as Police Administration, Police Community Relations, and Criminal Investigations. With a career spanning 29 years in law enforcement, including roles as a police officer, detective, and chief, he brings extensive practical experience to academia.

Education:

• Doctorate in Philosophy, Northern Illinois University
• Master of Public Administration, Northern Illinois University
• Bachelor of Science, Northern Illinois University
• FBI National Academy Graduate

Research & Publications: Focused on policing strategies and accountability, including his textbook Police Community Relations: A Conflict Management Approach and an upcoming work on police accountability frameworks. His writing emphasizes leadership development and risk management in law enforcement.

Affiliations: Lifetime member of the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, FBI National Academy Associates, and member of the Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association.