Alicia H. Sitren

Alicia H. Sitren is an Associate Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of North Florida. Her career spans teaching and research in criminological theory, corrections, and criminal justice systems, with a focus on deterrence theory, jail administration, and white-collar crime.

• PhD in Public Affairs with Criminal Justice Specialization, University of Central Florida (2007)
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, University of Central Florida

Research Interests: Sitren’s work explores revisions of deterrence theory through empirical studies on drunk driving, punishment avoidance, and probation systems. She is also developing a criminology-econometric model to analyze criminal decision-making and conducting a public opinion poll comparing white-collar and street crime. Her pedagogical research includes virtual reality applications in criminal justice education.

Key Trends: Recent publications address jail visitation modalities, mental health challenges in correctional facilities, and staff resilience in managing prisoner self-harm. These works emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, integrating psychology, technology, and policy analysis.

Collaborations: Sitren frequently collaborates with colleagues like Holly P. Smith, Brian Ticknor, and Timothy S. Andersen on correctional policy and educational innovations. No formal awards or honors are mentioned in the public profile.