Fadia M. Narchet

Fadia M. Narchet, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Psychology Department at the University of New Haven, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in the intersection of psychology and criminal justice, with a focus on interrogation dynamics and wrongful convictions. Dr. Narchet co-advises Alpha Tau, the Criminal Justice Honor Society, and teaches courses spanning forensic psychology, legal psychology, and research methods in criminal justice.

Education:

• Ph.D., Florida International University, 2005
• M.S., Florida International University, 2003
• B.S., Barry University, 2000

Her research interests include Interviewing & Interrogation, Witness Testimony, and Factors Associated with Wrongful Conviction. Her work addresses systemic issues in confession evidence and investigative practices, emphasizing empirical rigor to reduce miscarriages of justice.

Dr. Narchet's publications span forensic psychology, legal science, and criminal justice policy. Key themes include investigator bias in interrogations, the role of laboratory research in legal diagnostics, and campus sexual misconduct policies. Her work bridges behavioral science and real-world criminal justice reforms.

Academic Leadership: As Co-Advisor of Alpha Tau, Dr. Narchet mentors students in criminal justice, fostering academic excellence and professional development. She also contributes to graduate-level education through courses like CJ 601 Mental Health, Law, and Criminal Justice.