Patrick Kahn

Patrick Kahn is an Instructor in the Department of Sociology at Mount Saint Mary’s University, serving as a full-time faculty member since Fall 2016. He directs the GIS programs, including geospatial criminology and GIS minor programs, which he helped establish. Previously, he taught GIS courses as adjunct faculty at California State University, Northridge (CSUN), UCLA, Santa Monica College, and Pasadena City College. His expertise spans GIS applications in criminal justice, environmental analysis, and emergency response mapping.

Education:

• MA in Geography, California State University, Northridge

Research Interests: Patrick focuses on GIS integration into criminology, environmental policy, and public safety. His work includes mapping wetlands for the California Coastal Commission and developing emergency response strategies using GIS technology. He also consults as an expert witness in capital homicide cases, leveraging crime mapping expertise.

Awards: None explicitly listed.

Teaching & Professional Activities:

• Developed the GIS Certificate program at Mount Saint Mary’s University
• Formerly a beach/lake lifeguard who applied GIS to improve emergency protocols

Labs/Teams: Oversees GIS-related academic programs at Mount Saint Mary’s University.