Criminal Justice and Security Faculty Profiles

As a faculty member, my goal is to educate students so they can be their best. I want to help them achieve their career goals. What particularly motivates me is when students email or thank me personally for going the extra mile to help them. I am honored when students ask me to write a letter on their behalf for acceptance into law school or a doctoral program. I am pleased that I can provide students with a positive experience and I’m proud to be part of University of Phoenix’s excellent reputation.

Patrick Cote, College of Health and Human Services

As a faculty member at University of Phoenix, I can share my corporate and law enforcement experience with adults pursuing their education. My goal is not only to teach my students, but also learn from them. They have a great deal to share. I also want to help my fellow faculty members become better by sharing with them and recognizing best practices.

University of Phoenix teaches students to define their challenges, then seek the exact learning resources necessary to achieve success. It’s important to be a facilitator versus a lecturer, and know how to take a theoretical concept and convert it to applied theory.

Dennis Dalton, College of Health and Human Services

Being a faculty member at University of Phoenix is an opportunity to teach a subject that I enjoy, as well as interact with and learn with students. I hope to impart knowledge and my practical experience so that students will excitedly pursue their interest in the criminal justice field. When students comment that their interests in the field have been enhanced by their classroom experiences, it reinforces my appreciation for my role as a faculty member.

Jack Dowling, College of Health and Human Services

When University of Phoenix announced its criminal justice program in my area, I came running. After a successful career in policing, I wanted to give back and share my professional experiences with students. In the future, some of them may be leaders in the field and have an impact on policy. My goal is to gain my students’ confidence and help them reach their academic goals and objectives.

Joseph Lynch, College of Health and Human Services