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Pete Piraino serves as a full-time Lecturer at Tiffin University, where he has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in criminal justice and homeland security since joining as faculty in January 2012. Previously, he served as an adjunct instructor at the institution for three years.
His academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University
- M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Governors State University
- B.S. in Law Enforcement Administration from Western Illinois University
Professor Piraino's expertise stems from 33 years of sworn law enforcement service, including 23 years with the United States Secret Service where he rose to Resident Agent in Charge of the Toledo Office. His operational experience spans protective assignments for Presidents Clinton and Bush, Vice President Cheney, and international deployments across 40+ countries. This practical background directly informs his teaching in criminal justice policy, threat assessment, and security operations. His research interests bridge law enforcement practice with academic theory in homeland security frameworks and public administration.
Throughout his distinguished law enforcement career, he received numerous citations and awards for operational excellence though specific honors are not detailed in source materials.
At Tiffin University, Professor Piraino mentors students through real-world case studies drawn from his investigative work on financial fraud, counterfeiting, and multi-agency task forces including USDA food stamp fraud operations. His transition from federal service to academia provides students with unique insights into national security protocols and law enforcement leadership.
