Dr Michelle Harris, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States
Dr. Michelle Harris is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She earned her PhD from Georgia State University, where her dissertation focused on victimization among individuals with mental disorders. Dr. Harris has previously held faculty positions at the University of Texas at Dallas and has extensive teaching experience, including courses on mental health and crime. Her research examines the intersection of mental health, victimization, and crime, contributing to several published articles in reputable journals. She has received numerous awards, including the Andrew Young School’s Excellence in Criminal Justice and Criminology Doctoral Research Award. 📚🔍💼
Publication profile
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Education
Dr. Michelle Harris earned her Doctorate of Philosophy in Criminal Justice and Criminology from Georgia State University in 2020, with a dissertation titled Victimization Amongst People with Mental Disorders: What Factors Influence Resiliency? under the guidance of Dr. Leah E. Daigle. She completed her Master of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology at the same institution in 2016. Prior to that, Dr. Harris obtained a Bachelor of Arts, double majoring in Psychology and Criminal Justice from the University of Arkansas in 2014. Her academic journey reflects a strong commitment to understanding the intersection of mental health and victimization. 🎓📚
Experience
Dr. Michelle Harris is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology since 2024. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Dallas (2020-2024), where she was also affiliated with the Public Health Program (2023-2024). Dr. Harris has a strong academic background from Georgia State University, where she worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and independently taught Research Methods (2019-2020). Additionally, she held positions as Managing Editor for the Criminal Justice Review and International Criminal Justice Review and was a Graduate Research Assistant for esteemed faculty members. 📚👩🏫
Awards
Dr. Michelle Harris has received numerous accolades for his exceptional contributions to the field of criminal justice and criminology. In 2019, he was honored with the Center for Research on Interpersonal Violence Student Travel Award for the ASC and the ACJS conferences, showcasing his dedication to advancing research in this critical area. He also earned the prestigious Andrew Young School of Policy Studies Excellence in Criminal Justice and Criminology Doctoral Research Award, an annual recognition given to one doctoral student. Additionally, he received the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Doctoral Summit Scholarship, awarded to 40 advanced doctoral students. In 2018, he was granted the Center for Research on Interpersonal Violence Dissertation Grant Award and previously held the Andrew Young Fellowship from 2014 to 2016. 🏆📚👨🎓
Research focus
Dr. Michelle Harris focuses her research on the intersection of mental health, victimization, and criminal behavior, particularly in youth populations. Her work examines the impact of mental disorders on violent victimization and offending, exploring mediating factors such as resilience and lifestyle patterns. Dr. Harris investigates gender differences in these experiences and aims to understand the broader implications of her findings for criminal justice and mental health interventions. Her studies contribute to a nuanced understanding of how mental health issues influence victimization and offending behaviors among adolescents. 📚🧠🔍⚖️
Publication top notes
The Relationships Between Mental Health and Violent Offending Among Serious Adolescent Offenders: An Examination of the Mediating Role of Experienced and Witnessed Victimization
Resilience and Violent Victimization of Youth With Mental Disorders: Group Differences Based on Sex?
Psychopathy checklist-youth version scores and recurring victimisation by an intimate partner in a justice-involved sample: A comparison of young men and women using longitudinal data
Safer or Endangered at Home?: An Examination of Neighborhood Effects on Family Violence Before, During, and After the COVID-19 Safer-at-Home Order
Understanding the mental calculus of a victim advisor: a survey experiment in the context of college campus sexual victimization
Violent Victimization of Youth With Mental Disorders: Does Lifestyles/Routine Activities or Control Perspectives Mediate the Relationship Between Mental Illness and Victimization?
Conclusion
Dr. Michelle Harris’s comprehensive academic background, significant teaching experience, and impactful research contributions make her an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her work not only advances knowledge in criminology but also addresses critical societal issues related to mental health and victimization, underscoring her potential for further contributions in the field.