Beth M. Huebner

Beth M. Huebner is the Director of the School of Criminology & Criminal Justice and Watts Endowed Professor of Public Safety at Arizona State University. She previously held leadership roles at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, including directing graduate programs. Her research focuses on punishment, collateral consequences of criminal legal systems, and community-driven reforms. She has collaborated extensively with local agencies and organizations, with funding from prestigious institutions like the MacArthur Foundation and National Institute of Justice.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Michigan State University (2003)
• M.S. in Criminal Justice, Michigan State University (1999)
• B.A. in Sociology and Behavioral Science & Law, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1995)

Research Interests:

Huebner’s work emphasizes systemic reforms, exploring how criminal justice policies impact marginalized communities. She advocates for equitable solutions through partnerships with practitioners. Her studies on monetary sanctions, pretrial detention, and reentry highlight the intersection of race, gender, and economic status in perpetuating disparities.

Grants & Leadership:

• Funding from MacArthur Foundation, NIJ, Pew Charitable Trusts, and Arnold Ventures
• Vice President/Executive Counselor of the American Society of Criminology
• President of the Association of Doctoral Programs in Criminology & Criminal Justice

Labs/Teams: Active in collaborative projects with correctional facilities and community organizations to implement evidence-based reforms.