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Susan Miller is a Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice at the University of Delaware, with a joint appointment in Women & Gender Studies. Her research focuses on gender-based violence, victims' rights, and criminal justice policy, with notable contributions to understanding women’s use of force in intimate relationships and the efficacy of restorative justice dialogues. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland and has conducted fieldwork in multiple countries, including Slovakia, Greece, and Australia.
Dr. Miller’s work bridges academia and practice, emphasizing systemic barriers faced by survivors of domestic violence. Her award-winning book *After the Crime* (2011) explores restorative justice dialogues between victims and offenders. She teaches specialized courses such as *Gender and Criminal Justice* and *Restorative Justice*, advocating for interdisciplinary approaches to justice reform.
Her recent research addresses pandemic-era challenges in domestic violence services, legal responses to gendered violence, and the intersection of victimization and offending. Dr. Miller’s international collaborations highlight comparative perspectives on gendered violence, including studies in post-communist Slovakia and the United States.
- Education:
- Ph.D. and M.A., Sociology, University of Maryland, College Park
- B.A., Sociology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick
- Awards: 2012 Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Outstanding Book Award
- Key Themes: Resilience in abuse survivors, procedural justice, and policy advocacy
Her publications span over two decades, with a focus on marginalized populations and systemic inequities in legal and social systems. Dr. Miller’s work consistently bridges scholarly research with practical implications for victim support and policy reform.
