Alessandra Milagros Early

Alessandra Early is an Assistant Professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice within the Department of Criminal Justice. Her research interests include spatial dynamics, identity formation, and behavior, with a focus on the interplay between queer and heterosexual social spaces and their influence on LGBTQIA+ identity through substance use. She currently serves as Chair of the Division of Queer Criminology’s Social Committee and Co-Chair of its Journal Committee.

• Doctorate in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Missouri-St. Louis
• Master of Arts in Sociology from Northeastern University
• Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Psychology from Mount Holyoke College

Dr. Early’s work bridges criminology with sociological and psychological perspectives, examining how social environments shape individual behaviors and identities. Her research highlights the spatial dimensions of criminal justice and social interactions, particularly analyzing the dynamics between queer and heterosexual spaces in relation to identity formation and substance use.

Scientific Awards: None mentioned in the provided text.

Advising and Professional Experience: No students are listed in the description. Prior to her current role, Dr. Early contributed to the evaluation of Cure Violence in St. Louis, a community-based initiative addressing gun violence reduction.