Assistant Professor; 2021 NIJ LEADS Academic
American University
Washington, DC
Dr. Janice Iwama is an Associate Professor in the Department of Justice, Law & Criminology at American University in Washington, D.C. She received her Ph.D. in Criminology and Justice Policy from Northeastern University. As a recognized expert in the study of violent crime and communities, her research focuses on the intersection between race, ethnicity, immigration, and crime. She has worked extensively on research grants with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies on gun violence, hate crimes, and policing. Her research has been published in several high-ranking scholarly journals including Criminology & Public Policy, Justice Quarterly, and the Journal of Research in Crime & Delinquency.
Date Created: July 28, 2021