Nicholas Hasan Buker

Dr. Nicholas Hasan Buker is Professor and Chair of the Department of Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Legal Studies at the University of West Florida's College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. He joined UWF in 2019 after previous academic appointments at Minot State University, Washington State University, and institutions in Turkey. Prior to academia, he served in various law enforcement roles.

Education

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Washington State University (2007)
• Master's Degree, Ankara University
• Bachelor's Degree, Turkish National Police Academy
• Additional graduate coursework at University of North Texas and University of Arkansas at Little Rock

His research addresses contemporary and practical issues in criminal justice systems, with interdisciplinary connections to sociology, public policy, and legal theory.