| Name, Title - Department |
Biography |
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Ms. Tamara Allen,
Institutional Assistant - SVRC
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Tamara Allen has over 14 years of hospitality and office
experience. She coordinates administrative functions for the School
Violence Resource Center and several other federal programs. |
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Mr. Christopher Austin,
Institutional Assistant - Support Services
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Christopher Austin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications
with a minor in Radio, Television, and Film from the University
of Arkansas at Little Rock, and is working on a Master of Arts degree
in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication. Mr. Austin maintains
the CJI Mailroom, Copying Unit, and edits video and film production
for the Institute.
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Ms. Teresa Bloodman,
Project Specialist - SVRC
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Teresa Bloodman holds a Juris Doctorate from John Marshall
Law School and a Master of Education from the University of Illinois.
She has experience as a college instructor, elementary principal,
classroom teacher, and criminal defense attorney. She is also a certified
law enforcement instructor. She is currently pursuing a doctorate
in education at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. |
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Mr. Tom R. Canady,
Assistant Director - SVRC
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Tom Canady holds a Bachelor of Science in the Administration of
Justice from the American University and served 28 years as a Special
Agent with the FBI. He is a certified law enforcement instructor
with extensive experience training law enforcement officers in such
areas as terrorism, crisis management, and interpersonal communications.
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Mr. Steve Cook,
Network Specialist - Tribal Project |
Bio not available. |
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Ms. Yvonne Cook,
Project Coordinator - REMI
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Yvonne Cook holds a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Resources
Management from Troy State University and an Associate of Arts degree
in General Studies from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
She is working on a Master's degree in Rhetoric and Writing. Ms.
Cook has 25 years experience in organizational management and is
a certified law enforcement instructor.
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Ms. Margaret Cotton,
Financial Analyst - Fiscal Office
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Margaret Cotton holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business
Administration from Arkansas Tech University and nine years experience
with the University of Arkansas System. She is involved with budget
preparation as well as preparation and submission of financial reports
on state and grant funds.
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Mr. Richard Davis,
SFST Project / Program Manager & DRE State Coordinator - DWI /
SFST and DRE Programs |
Richard Davis holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology/Criminal
Justice from Henderson State University and is currently working to
complete his Master of Public Administration. He has twenty-two years
professional law enforcement experience, in both Arizona and Arkansas.
Over fifteen years experience in first line and upper level management
and supervision of police personnel. He holds the senior law enforcement
certificate and is a certified law enforcement instructor. |
Ms. Rita Davis,
Institutional Assistant - BJA Internet Project |
Rita Davis has assisted upper level management as an
Administrative Assistant for the past 19 years. She assists with various
projects for the BJA Internet Project. |
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Mr. Van E. Dyer,
Law Enforcement Liaison and Traffic Occupant Protection Strategies
Coordinator
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Van E. Dyer has a combined 33 years of law enforcement
experience. He retired from the Arkansas State Police as a Sergeant
in charge of the Educational Services Section. He was responsible
for public information, education, and relations for the Arkansas
State Police, during which time he served as state director for the
Arkansas Crime Check program under Governor David Pryor. He was one
of the first officers in the state to receive a senior law enforcement
certificate and is a certified law enforcement instructor. |
Ms. Cathy Feild,
Associate Director for Finance & Development - Fiscal Office |
Cathy Feild holds a Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. Ms.
Feild is a former State Bank Examiner and Finance Director for the
city of Hope, AR. She has over 20 years experience in higher education
administration, 10 of those years assigned to the Bureau of Legislative
Research. |
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Ms. Deborah Flowers,
Law Enforcement Management Specialist - LEMC
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Deborah Flowers holds a Bachelor of Science degree in
Sociology from the University of New York and a Master of Science
degree in Community Counseling from Henderson State University. Ms.
Flowers worked 13 years for a municipal police department and spent
five of those years as a certified law enforcement officer. She is
a certified law enforcement instructor and was previously the Project
Manager for CJI’s Traffic Safety Programs, which include Standardized
Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Traffic Occupant Protection Strategies
(TOPS), Drug Impairment Training for Educational Professionals (DITEP),
Drug Recognition Expert Training (DRE) and a Child Passenger Safety
Seat Program. |
Ms. Este Anita Frazier,
Assistant Financial Analyst - Fiscal Office |
Este Frazier holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting/Business
Administration from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. She
is currently enrolled in the Master of Public Administration program
at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She has 10 years of
experience in finance. She is responsible for assisting the Coordinator
of Institute Finance and the Financial Analyst with the fiscal affairs
of the Institute. |
Ms. Mira Frosolono-Gray,
Research Specialist - SVRC |
Mira Frosolono-Gray holds a Bachelor of Science degree
from Auburn University and a Master of Science degree from the University
of Houston. She has over 13 years of research experience, which include
medical and criminal justice research. She maintains membership in
the Delta Pi Epsilon National Honorary Professional Graduate Society
and Omicron Nu Honor Society. She has worked on a wide variety of
projects and programs at the Criminal Justice Institute over the past
six years. Currently she conducts research in the School Violence
Resource Center and is also project manager for the Rural Sexual Assault
Curriculum Development Project. |
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Ms. Alondra Gallegos,
Computer Technical Specialist - BJA Internet Project
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Alondra Gallegos holds a Master of Arts degree in Criminal
Justice and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology
from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Ms. Gallegos oversees
the BJA Internet Project’s role in the Bulletproof Vest Grant
application process. She also provides computer technical assistance
to rural law enforcement agencies throughout the United States, including
daily telephone contact and assistance for police chiefs and sheriffs
in the establishment of Internet connections and e-mail accounts,
as well as routine dial-up networking maintenance and troubleshooting
assistance. |
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Ms. Leslie Garner,
Computer Specialist - BJA Internet Project
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Leslie Garner has worked within the Information Technology
field for 14 years. Her background is extensive in data repositories
and statewide network integrations. She is a certified law enforcement
instructor with experience in software applications and nationwide
training of customized software. |
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Ms. Cassandra Gilbert,
Coordinator of Institute Finance - Fiscal Office
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Cassandra Gilbert has 20 years of experience in financial
management. Ms. Gilbert is involved in procurement, accounts payable,
cash management, payroll, and the day-to-day financial activity for
all CJI grants. Her responsibilities include the preparation and submission
of financial reports to the Director, CJI grant administrators, and
grantors. She is a certified Professional in Human Resources through
the Society for Human Resource Management Certification Institute. |
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Ms. Connie M. Gunter,
Program / Project Manager - Support Services
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Connie Gunter holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and
Philosophy and a Master of Arts degree in Criminal Justice - Policy
Development, from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She
serves as manager of the Support Services Unit and CJI Library.
She is a certified law enforcement instructor.
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Ms. Ashan R. Hampton,
Research Specialist - CIJI |
Ashan R. Hampton holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from
the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a Master of Arts in
English from the University of Central Arkansas. She has worked
as an English Instructor, most notably at Morehouse College in Atlanta,
Georgia, for five years, and is a published novelist. As a writing
and research specialist with CJI, she provides advanced research
and technical writing assistance to the Office of Justice Program's
Information Technology Initiatives, Justice Integration Project.
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Ms. Gayle Harper,
Law Enforcement Research Specialist - CJI Library |
Gayle Harper graduated Summa Cum Laude as a Donaghey
Scholar with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts from the University
of Arkansas at Little Rock and has completed graduate work in Criminal
Justice. Mrs. Harper is a Research Specialist for the Institute and
maintains the CJI Library. She provides grant assistance to Arkansas
law enforcement agencies across the State and instructs in the School
of Law Enforcement Supervision. |
Ms. Kimberly Hendricks,
Institutional Assistant - LEMC |
Kimberly Hendricks graduated Cum Laude from Philander Smith College
with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and is pursuing a Masters
Degree in Public Administration from the University of Arkansas
at Little Rock. Ms. Hendricks is also a graduate of the City of
Little Rock's Racial and Cultural Diversity Awareness Training,
and has served the law enforcement community for three years by
way of the Criminal Justice Institute.
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Ms. Allison Hoffman,
Program / Project Specialist - Support Services
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Allison Hoffman holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal
Justice from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She provides
assistance to rural law enforcement agencies throughout Arkansas,
including the distribution of model policy and procedures manuals.
She also assists the Director in coordinating conferences, classes,
and special events offered to law enforcement agencies statewide. |
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Ms. Barbara E. Huston,
Administrative Secretary - FSCEC
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Barbara Huston retired from the U.S. Coast Guard in
1996 with over 22 years of military service. She specialized in personnel
and business administration and has been involved in drug law enforcement
on the high seas as well as Haitian migration interdiction. She is
a volunteer firefighter and is certified in CPR and in the use of
an AED in case of heart attack. |
Ms. Larance M. Johnson,
Program Manager - SVRC |
Larance Johnson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education
from the University of Arkansas at Monticello and is currently working
towards a Master of Public Administration. Ms. Johnson has invested
over 24 years with state government, which includes 10 years in the
juvenile justice field. She has participated in the design, development,
and implementation of many projects that have enhanced the juvenile
justice system in Arkansas. Ms. Johnson is also a certified law enforcement
instructor. |
Mr. Rubben Johnson,
Network Specialist - Tribal Project
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Rubben Johnson holds a Bachelor of Business Administration
degree from University of Arkansas at Little Rock. After graduating
from UALR, his education continued at Pulaski Technical College where
he successfully accomplished 12 semester hours of Cisco Routers and
Switches. Mr. Johnson also has five years of experience in the networking
and installation field. Mr. Johnson's expertise varies from personal
technical support to educational networking support. He is currently
pursuing a Commission position in the Army Reserve as a 2nd Lieutenant
that includes six and half additional years of active and reserve
duty. |
Ms. Andrea S. Johnston,
Research Specialist - CIJI |
Andrea Johnston holds a Backelor of Arts degree in English from
the University of North Carolina at Wilmington as well as a Master
of Arts degree in Technical Writing from the University of Arkansas
at Little Rock. She conducts research and provides web development
that assist law enforcement agencies on a state and national level.
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Mr. Michael Mashburn,
Assistant Director - LEMC
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Michael Mashburn holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology
from Arkansas State University, a Master of Public Administration
from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and is a graduate
of the FBI National Academy, 169th Session. He retired as Captain
from the Jonesboro, Arkansas Police Department with 21 years of
service where he was Director of Training for three years. He holds
the senior law enforcement certificate and is a certified law enforcement
instructor.
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Dr. Cheryl Puskarich May,
Assistant Director - FSCEC
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Cheryl Puskarich May holds a Doctorate in Biological / Forensic
Anthropology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (1984,
Dr. Bill Bass). She graduated with a Master of Arts degree from
Western Michigan University in 1982, and earned a Bachelor of Arts
degree in Anthropology in 1978 from West Virginia University. Dr.
May was a member of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
research faculty in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery for 12
years. She has attained the academic status of Associate Professor
at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and has taught within
the Departments of Sociology / Anthropology as well as Criminal
Justice. Dr. May has published numerous articles in peer-??? orthopedic
journals and most recently co-authored three articles that were
published in the Encyclopedia of Forensic Science (2001). In addition
to her development and oversight of the Forensic Sciences and Computer
Education Center, she serves as an Associate Forensic Scientist
for the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory. For approximately three
years she served as a Subject Matter Expert on the Department of
Justice's National Commission on the Future of DNA Evidence, Crime
Scene Investigation Subcommittee. She has also reviewed several
physical evidence related documents at the request of the National
Institute of Justice. Dr. May has 24 years of forensic case experience
and 22 years of experience teaching at the university level. She
has provided lectures on forensic science / physical evidence to
law enforcement executives and front line officers in numerous states
around the country. She has been with the Criminal Justice Institute
since 1995.
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Ms. Pam Mays,
SFST Project / Program Institutional Assistant - DWI / SFST and DRE
Programs |
Pam Mays holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from
Henderson State University. Ms. Mays has six years experience as a
probation/parole officer and is a certified law enforcement instructor.
She assists with the law enforcement Traffic Safety Programs, which
includes Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Traffic Occupant
Protection Strategies (TOPS), Drug Impairment Training for Educational
Professionals (DITEP), Drug Recognition Expert Training (DRE), and
a Child Passenger Safety Seat Program. |
Mr. Kevin Molder,
Computer Specialist - Fiscal Office |
Kevin Molder holds an Associate of Applied Science degree
in Computer Systems Technology from Arkansas State University and
is working on a Bachelor of Science degree in Technology. Mr. Molder
is a Microsoft Certified Professional and has over six years of experience
working with computer systems. |
Mr. John Morgan,
Project Specialist - SVRC |
John Morgan holds a Master of Public Justice Administration
degree from Golden Gate University, San Francisco, California. He
has 28 years of law enforcement experience, 18 years as a chief of
police in Arkansas and Florida. He is a certified law enforcement
instructor. |
Ms. Stacy Mullins,
Institutional Assistant - Tribal Project |
Stacy Mullins holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social
Work from Mount Vernon Nazarene University in Mount Vernon, Ohio.
Ms. Mullins has worked in the social work field fo several years,
which includes working for the Ohio Department of Mental Retardation
and Developmental Disabilities. She provides assistance to the daily
operational needs of both the Inter-Tribal Justice Integration Project
as well as the Information Technology Initiatives at CJI. |
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Mr. Jimmy Nobles,
Project Manager - BJA Internet Project
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Jimmy Nobles holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal
Justice from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and is a graduate
of the FBI National Academy. He retired as a Lieutenant with the Hot
Springs, Arkansas Police Department after 21 years of service. He
holds the senior law enforcement certification and is a certified
law enforcement instructor. |
Mr. Philip Propes,
IT Project Manager - IT Initiatives: Justice Integration
Inter-Tribal Justice Integration Project |
Philip Propes holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University
of Central Arkansas. He also has training in Microsoft Certified courses,
Cisco Certified courses, and network security. His background includes
extensive experience as a network engineer, database engineer, and
web developer. He has served as a data processing engineer within
the banking field, as well as a network engineer and Director of Information
Systems for a large Arkansas law firm. He serves as the IT Project
Manager, as well as the senior technical manager for other CJI projects.
He is a certified law enforcement instructor, specializing in technology
training. |
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Mr. Norman Rowe,
Computer Specialist - BJA Internet Project
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Norman Rowe holds a Master of Computer Resource Information
Management and Business Management from Webster University and a Bachelor
of Science degree in Computer Science from Park College. He is responsible
for the Internet Help Desk, software training, and database design. |
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Ms. Laura Rymel,
Research Specialist - SVRC
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Laura Rymel holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Rural
Sociology and a Master of Science degree in Sociology with a C.A.R.
emphasis (Concentrated Analysis and Research) from the University
of Wisconsin-Madison. Her current research at the School Violence
Resource Center deals with college campus violence. She is also involved
in participating in school violence conferences where she promotes
the Center's web site and conducts focus groups. |
Mr. Dennis A. Schreck,
Law Enforcement Management Specialist - LEMC |
Dennis Schreck holds a Bachelor of Science in Education
and 26 years of experience with the FBI. He has trained law enforcement
officers since 1970 and has an extensive background in organization
and interaction with law enforcement agencies through instruction
and practical applications. He is a certified law enforcement instructor. |
Ms. Beth Stark,
Publications Specialist - LEMC |
Beth Stark holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Professional
and Technical Writing from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock
and is currently seeking a Master of Public Administration. She is
responsible for the development of the Institute’s printed materials,
including publications, reports, bulletins, and other documents. In
addition, she serves as public information specialist for the Institute,
coordinating with the media regarding CJI activities, projects, programs,
and events. |
Ms. Anita Steed,
Research Specialist - SVRC |
Anita Steed holds degrees in English, History, and Biology.
She is a former Regional Director with the Oklahoma Department of
Environmental Quality. She has twenty years research experience, as
well as a dozen years experience in environmental and municipal management
and consulting. |
Mr. Frank Stracener,
Part-Time - Support Services |
Bio not available. |
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Mr. Harold Stuart,
Project Specialist - BJA Internet Project
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Harold Stuart holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration
from Arkansas A&M College. He is a retired U.S. Postal Inspector
with 25 years of experience in white collar, drug, pornography,
and mail bomb investigations. He is a certified law enforcement
instructor.
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Ms. Lisa Thompson,
Part-Time - Fiscal Office |
Bio not available. |
Mr. Ricky Tompkins,
Research Specialist - SVRC |
Ricky Tompkins holds a Master of Liberal Arts degree
from Henderson State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from
East Texas Baptist University. He is currently working on a Doctorate
of Higher Education degree at the University of Arkansas, Little Rock.
He is a published author in both academic and creative journals and
an adjunct instructor of Sociology. He is currently providing research
on the subject of technical integration in the criminal justice system. |
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Ms. Carol Waddle,
Project / Program Manager - Fiscal Office
|
Carol Waddle holds a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of
Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Arkansas at Little
Rock. She is a certified Professional in Human Resources through the
Society for Human Resource Management Certification Institute. Ms.
Waddle is responsible for human resource functions and all administrative
functions at the Institute. |
Ms. Angela Williams,
Part-time - Support Services |
Bio not available. |
Ms. Betty Williams,
Procurement / Travel Specialist - Fiscal Office |
Betty Williams holds a Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration from Athens State University. She is a retired financial
analyst with Lockheed Martin. Her duties include purchasing, accounts
payable, and travel arrangements. |
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Ms. Sandy C. Williams,
Computer Instructor / Specialist - FSCEC
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Sandy Williams holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing
from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and is working on a
Master of Instructional Resources in Education. She has 16 years experience
in computer technology, 5 years as a computer instructor, and 10 years
as a manufacturer’s representative. She is a certified law enforcement
instructor. |
Ms. Dolores Yancey,
Institutional Assistant - CJI |
Dolores Yancey has 16 years experience working with
law enforcement through the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards
and Training and the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy. She
assists with production planning, assembles course materials, handles
shipping and receiving of CJI messenger mail, and answers the switchboard. |