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Alison Burke is a Professor in the Criminology Department at Southern Oregon University. With a PhD in Criminology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and prior degrees from the University of Colorado at Denver and the University of New Mexico, she has been a key faculty member since 2008. Her expertise spans delinquency prevention, gender dynamics in juvenile justice, and innovative teaching methods like flipped classrooms.
- PhD in Criminology, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (2008)
- Master of Criminal Justice, University of Colorado at Denver
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of New Mexico
- Continuing Studies at Oxford University
Burke's research focuses on delinquency prevention and gender and juvenile justice, with notable publications analyzing judicial waiver policies, student perceptions of faculty, and racial disparities in youth court adjudications. Her work bridges criminology, educational innovation, and social equity.
She has designed and taught diverse courses including Introduction to Criminology, Juvenile Delinquency, and Environmental Crime, alongside leading study-away programs to Europe. Her publications include peer-reviewed articles and textbook contributions, reflecting her commitment to criminal justice pedagogy.
Active in professional organizations like the American Society of Criminology and the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences, she previously served as Chair of the ACJS Juvenile Justice Section (2010-2011) and President of the Western Association of Criminal Justice (2015-2016).
