I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology (1999), Master of Arts degree in Sociology (2001; University of Windsor), and Doctor of Philosophy degree in Sociology (2006; Michigan State University). I am an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology & Criminology at the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada.
My areas of research interest include green criminology, (critical) animal studies, environmental sociology, and gender studies. For further information about my research and list of publications see my Research page.
I teach a variety of Criminology courses at the University of Windsor. For a list of specific courses see my Teaching page.
I am currently the Undergraduate Programme Chair in the Department, faculty co-advisor of the Feminist Research Group, and Chair of the Animals and Society section of the American Sociological Association.
In my spare time I enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including running , cycling, and walking my dog.
