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Michael Smith serves as a full-time Instructor of Criminal Justice at Keuka College, leveraging 48 years of combined military, law enforcement, and academic experience. His career spans active duty as a U.S. Air Force security policeman during the Vietnam and Cold War eras, a distinguished law enforcement trajectory culminating in Chief rank, and over 18 years of prior adjunct teaching before securing his current position.
His academic credentials include:
- M.S. in Criminal Justice from West Chester University
- B.S. in Criminal Justice from Wilmington University
- A.S. in Criminal Justice from University of Great Falls/College of
Prof. Smith's professional focus centers on advancing law enforcement professionalism through ethical commitment, accountability, and organizational excellence amid rapidly evolving societal landscapes. His expertise addresses critical contemporary challenges:
- Terrorism and bioterrorism awareness frameworks
- Domestic violence intervention strategies
- Police-community relations building
- Specialized unit operations including S.W.A.T., DARE, and accident reconstruction
- Executive leadership development across international contexts
His notable professional recognition includes graduation from the FBI National Academy's 209th Session at Quantico. Prof. Smith remains actively engaged with law enforcement through the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) as a life member and the FBI National Academy Associates across multiple chapters.
With 32 years of uncompensated service as a New Jersey State Police Training Commission-certified instructor, he has conducted executive leadership exchanges in the UK, Ireland, and Scotland. His operational background includes regional security project management for critical infrastructure protection and presidency of the Gloucester County Police Chiefs Association, where he continues active participation post-retirement from law enforcement.
