Centers and Institutes in Lee College

The University of New Haven's Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences is a hub of research and innovation. Professors and staff members, working closely with their students, lead academic centers, initiatives, and institutes that strive to address important issues or challenging questions that impact the world.


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Center for Advanced Policing

The Center for Advanced Policing, part of the University of New Haven’s renowned Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences, helps to identify and provide guidance on new and better practices in policing.
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Center for Analytics

The Center for Analytics (CFA) is a hub of sponsored research within the University of New Haven’s Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences. Dedicated to providing students the opportunity to use data to study complex issues within the fields of criminal justice, national security, international political science, and data science, the CFA employs 100 students through paid research positions.
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Eastern Region De-Escalation Training Center

This federally funded program will promote de-escalation tactics within law enforcement and public safety. The primary goal is to deliver the most advanced de-escalation training curated by research, innovation, and implementation of best practices.
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Center for Forensic Investigations of Trafficking in Persons

The Center for Forensic Investigations of Trafficking in Persons helps combat the crime of modern-day slavery through increasing the number of convictions of perpetrators, while enhancing support services rendered to victims of human trafficking.
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Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science

Named in honor of world-renowned forensic scientist Dr. Henry C. Lee, the Institute links scholars, researchers, students, forensic scientists, law enforcement, the legal community, and professional practitioners in many fields to address the scientific and social issues confronting the forensic science community and the criminal justice system throughout the world.
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Office of International Criminal Justice and Security

The office draws on the talent and experience of the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences and its practitioners who have extensive experience working internationally and serving as consultants for criminal justice and security professionals from around the world.
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Tow Youth Justice Institute

A University, state, and private partnership, the Tow Institute leads the way in juvenile justice reform through collaborative planning and policy development, training, research, and advocacy efforts.