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Stephen Holmes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at the University of Central Florida's College of Community Innovation and Education. He joined UCF in 1997 and has held leadership roles including Graduate Program Director, Associate Dean in the College of Health and Public Affairs, and Associate Vice President for Regional Campus Administration, overseeing academic operations at 11 teaching sites. He returned to the department in 2018 and directed UCF's new PhD program in Criminal Justice for its inaugural year.
- Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati
- MA in Sociology from the University of Louisville
His research focuses on policing dynamics, violent crime analysis, and technological impacts on criminal justice. Key areas include community security partnerships, serial/mass homicide patterns, corrections policy, and cyber terrorism. He has authored foundational texts on criminal profiling and sex crimes, bridging behavioral analysis with investigative practice.
Stephen's publications span 25+ years, addressing policing innovations, transgender prisoner rights, sentencing disparities, and evolving violence typologies. His work on community patrol efficacy and cybercrime prevention reflects interdisciplinary interests in technology and law enforcement.
Stephen collaborates with regional stakeholders and has consulted on corrections programs. He has contributed to policies on juvenile diversion and Megan’s Law implementation, though specific grant details are not mentioned in the text.
