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James Ness is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at Saint Xavier University (SXU) and Northern Arizona University. With a Ph.D. in Educational Administration and expertise in law enforcement, national security, and criminal justice education, he brings extensive experience from academic leadership roles, international policing initiatives, and U.S. Air Force service.
- Ph.D. Educational Administration, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
- M.S. Administration of Justice/Law Enforcement, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
- B.A. Liberal Arts, Northeastern Illinois University
His research interests span law enforcement training, national security, criminology, and ethics in public safety. He has developed international police training programs and contributed to policy implementation in post-conflict regions. His academic work includes graduate-level ethics, criminology, and research methods instruction.
- Honors/Awards:
- Distinguished Alumni 2017 (Pacelli Catholic High School)
- Associate Fellow, Post-Doctoral Academy of Higher Education (SIU)
Ness has served as Chief of Police in Villa Grove, directed academic programs for the Haitian National Police Academy, and led training initiatives for the Kosovo Police School. His career integrates practical policing, international security, and academic administration.
