Shahin Tasharrofi

Shahin Tasharrofi is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Lenoir-Rhyne University, where he joined in Fall 2020. His academic work focuses on evidence-based policy decisions in criminology, particularly in developmental criminology and juvenile corrections. He teaches undergraduate courses such as Introduction to Criminology, Research Methods, and Corrections, as well as graduate-level Criminal Justice Policy.

Education:

• Ph.D. and M.S. in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati
• B.A. in Criminal Justice from Western Michigan University

Tasharrofi’s research explores how early-life environmental factors influence criminological phenomena, with a focus on rehabilitative strategies for justice-involved youth. He combines theoretical approaches with practical experience in juvenile delinquency and corrections.

Certifications: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Sex Offenders, Effective Practices in Community Supervision, Ohio Risk Assessment System, Ohio Youth Assessment System.

Outside academia, he coaches soccer at the Catawba Valley Youth Soccer Association, indicating a commitment to community engagement.