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Nicole Walters serves as a Lecturer at the University of Kansas while concurrently holding the rank of Major and Criminal Investigations Division Commander at Lee's Summit Police Department with over 22 years of law enforcement experience. Her dual career integrates practical policing expertise with academic instruction in criminal justice disciplines.
Her educational background includes:
- Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Saint Francis University (Loretto, PA), earned on a track and field scholarship
- Master's degree in Sociology from the University of Central Missouri
Major Walters' teaching focuses on social and cultural dynamics within criminal justice systems, emphasizing critical analysis of law enforcement perceptions and community relationships. Her methodology prioritizes student growth through thought-provoking dialogue about real-world applications in corrections and policing practices.
As an educator, she cultivates critical thinking skills applicable to criminal justice careers through active classroom engagement. Her professional experience directly informs pedagogical approaches, bridging theoretical concepts with operational law enforcement realities despite no documented formal student advisees.
