Chenetra Hall Phillips

Public Policy Ph.D. and Criminal Justice professional with extensive experience in higher education, legal research, and policy analysis. Currently serving as faculty in Criminal Justice and Political Science while leading curriculum development, program assessment, and student mentorship initiatives.

Experienced in legal and policy research, paralegal support, academic writing, and compliance-driven analysis. Proven track record supporting attorneys, institutions, and organizations through case research, document preparation, policy evaluation, and strategic recommendations.

Expertise includes criminal justice systems, constitutional law, voting rights, public policy evaluation, and equity-focused reform. Known for a detail-oriented, analytical approach and the ability to translate complex legal and policy issues into practical, actionable outcomes.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Policy with advanced training in policy analysis, criminal justice systems, constitutional law, and equity-focused research. Academic background includes extensive qualitative and quantitative research experience, applied legal and policy evaluation, and scholarly writing. Education is complemented by graduate-level study and professional experience in Criminal Justice, Political Science, and legal research, with a strong emphasis on real-world application and institutional impact.