
Marcella Anderson, PhD
Faculty
Biography
Dr. Marcella Anderson has an extensive background in law enforcement; twenty years with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office in Detroit, Michigan, retiring as a detective sergeant, and two years with the Detroit Police Department in Detroit, Michigan, culminating with the position of human resource director.
She gained experience working in multiple departments, including corrections, community policing, DARE, police academy trainer, major investigations, road patrol, bailiff/courts, special enforcement, police recruiting, hiring, and promotional testing. Additionally, Dr. Anderson has a wealth of experience in higher education, with eighteen years of experience serving as an instructor, criminal justice chair, and dean.
Dr. Anderson is eager to share her extensive expertise in the field and provide theoretical insight informed by a deep understanding of real-world criminal justice practices.
Her interests include restorative justice, social justice, and police discretion.
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