Mia Abboud Holbrook

Mia Abboud Holbrook is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), within the College of Liberal Arts. She previously served as a Visiting Lecturer at UNR before transitioning to her current role in 2020. Dr. Holbrook holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Criminal Justice from Washington State University, alongside a B.A. in Criminal Justice and Political Science from the same institution. Her research focuses on offender risk-needs assessments, implementation challenges of evidence-based practices, intersections between criminal justice and public health, treatment courts, and systemic racism in the criminal justice system.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice and Criminology, Washington State University (2019)
• M.A. in Criminal Justice, Washington State University (2013)
• B.A. in Criminal Justice and Political Science, Washington State University (2012)

Research interests emphasize innovative solutions to reduce recidivism and promote equitable justice systems. She has explored topics such as drug court collaboration, judicial perceptions of systemic racism, and correctional staff well-being using frameworks like the Job Demands-Resources Model. Recent work examines cross-cultural perspectives on problem-solving courts and their societal impacts.

Her publications (2020–2025) reflect a focus on systemic challenges within criminal justice systems, including racial disparities, court model adherence, and correctional workforce dynamics. While no scientific awards are listed, her contributions to criminal justice reform and policy analysis are evident through her extensive publication record.

Dr. Holbrook’s advising and grant activities are not detailed in the provided materials, though her research collaborations with organizations like the Washington State Institute for Criminal Justice highlight professional engagement. No specific labs or research teams are mentioned in her profile.