Jennifer Hartman

Jennifer Hartman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She holds an Adjunct Associate Professor appointment in the Women’s and Gender Studies Department. Her primary roles include teaching courses such as Gender, Race and Justice, Research Methods, and Internship supervision.

• Ph.D. (2000) University of Cincinnati
• M.S. (1994) University of Baltimore, MD
• B.S. (1990) Loyola College, MD

Her research focuses on two key areas: 1) Gender dynamics in crime and victimization (domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, prostitution), emphasizing police/court best practices, and 2) Undergraduate education challenges, including cheating and retention strategies. Current grants address trauma-informed care for youth and skill development for formerly incarcerated adults.

Professional service includes roles on the Domestic Violence Advocacy Council, Women’s Issue Committee for the League of Women Voters, and the Violence Committee for the Women’s Summit. No specific awards are listed, but her grants reflect active research engagement.

Teaching and advising: Coordinates internships and teaches at both undergraduate and graduate levels. No formal student list is provided.