Dr. Michael J. Kyle
Department
Criminology
Role:
Faculty
Campus:
Springfield
Postal mail
Missouri State University
Criminology
901 S. National Ave.
Springfield,
MO
65897
Details
Education
- PhD, Criminology and Criminal Justice, 2019 (anticipated), Southern Illinois University
- MS, Criminology, 2013, Missouri State University
- BS, Criminology, 2010, Missouri State University
Teaching
- CRM 210 Introduction to the American Criminal Justice System
- CRM 250 Policing
- CRM 701 Criminal Justice Policy
- CRM 750 Law Enforcement and Community
Research and professional interests
Prior to pursuing a PhD, Michael Kyle was a sworn law enforcement officer for 11 years, including 4 years supervisory experience as a patrol sergeant in a Missouri sheriff's department and 3 years command staff experience as operations commander in a Kansas municipal police department. In the latter role, he led the investigations and administration sections, as well as administering professional standards (internal affairs). His research interests are focused on policing and include: law enforcement leadership, management, and operations; law enforcement ethics; and police officer behavior. Mike is also interested in public safety policy, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile justice.