Rae Taylor

Dr. Rae Taylor is the Rev. Joseph H. Fitcher, S.J. Distinguished Professor at Loyola University New Orleans in the Department of Criminology & Justice within the College of Arts and Sciences. She served as department chair from 2015 to 2023 and holds degrees (Ph.D., M.A., B.A.) in Sociology from the University of Central Florida. Her work focuses on violence against women, societal responses to crime, and social inequalities.

• Educational Background: Ph.D., M.A., B.A. in Sociology from University of Central Florida

Dr. Taylor's research explores gender-based violence, therapeutic jurisprudence, and systemic criminal justice responses. She founded the Gender Based Violence Research Project in 2022 to integrate research, advocacy, and legal consultation.

Her scholarly contributions appear in journals like Violence Against Women and Homicide Studies, with a thematic focus on probation models, victim advocacy, and violence prevention. Recent awards include the STAR Champion of Change Award and the Ignatian Faculty Fellowship, reflecting her community engagement and research excellence.

• University Faculty Senate Award for Research
• University Faculty Senate Award for Community Engagement
• College of Arts and Sciences Award for Excellence in Community Service
• STAR Champion of Change Award
• Marquette Research Fellowship
• Ignatian Faculty Fellowship

As a legal consultant and expert witness, she contributes to national cases involving violence against women. Her teaching courses include Domestic Violence, Women and Crime, and Violence Against Women, informed by her community service as a volunteer medical victim advocate.

The Gender Based Violence Research Project, established under her leadership, emphasizes student collaboration in research, training, and community service initiatives.