Stephen SherwinStephen Sherwin is an Assistant Professor of Justice, Law, and Public Safety Studies at Lewis University. Dr. Sherwin is a highly experienced law enforcement professional with a comprehensive educational background. He holds a B.A. in Criminal Justic from Saint Xavier University, a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) from Illinois Institute of Technology, and an Ed. D. in Leadership in Adult and Higher Education from Aurora University. With a career spanning over 38 years with the Chicago Police Department (CPD), Dr. Sherwin has been a valuable member of the force as a supervisor for 20 years. Throughout his time with CPD, Dr. Sherwin acquired diverse skills and knowledge, including being trained as a Peer Support Member and serving as a Commanding Officer for CPD recruit training. He is also a trained mediator and a Chicago and National Association of Dispute Resolution (ADR) Chapters member. Dr. Sherwin has utilized his expertise in mediation and conflict resolution to train mediators, develop mediation centers, and provide conflict resolution and mediation training to police departments and civilians. Additionally, he has lent his expertise as an expert witness in court mediations. As a researcher, Dr. Sherwin focuses on subjects such as higher education to improve police/citizen relations, improving policing methods, and the benefits of mediation and conflict resolution. His extensive knowledge and experience in law enforcement and his academic background make him a valuable contributor to the field. Dr. Sherwin is dedicated to promoting police ethics and finding ways to improve relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Read More Read Less