Jennifer L. Feitel, Ed.D.
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
Dr. Jennifer L. Feitel is a retired Correctional Captain from the State of Connecticut Department of Correction (16 years as a supervisor/manager). She held both custody and treatment positions during her career. She supervised both adult and youth male inmates working with a diverse population. Dr. Feitel was an active member in the Department’s Correctional Emergency Response Team (Instructor and Operator) as a highly trained first responder for 18 years of her career. Because of her dedication and perseverance, she became well-versed in multiple training opportunities turned into instructor-led such as proper use of force (behavior management instructor), tactical instructor, less than lethal impact and chemical munitions, PR-24 instructor, and was a state-wide instructor at the Connecticut statewide Training Academy.
In addition to experience gained from various roles within the Connecticut Department of Correction, she also has a strong educational background in the study of corrections. As a graduate of Central Connecticut State University, with both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in criminal justice, she has a well-rounded knowledge of Criminology and Psychology. She chose to continue her educational pursuits as an Adjunct teacher with the University and Assistant Instructor at Goodwin University.
Directly preceding her work at American International College, Dr. Feitel worked as a Public Safety Officer and Corporal at the University of Hartford. This law enforcement position was a long dream of hers that allowed her to combine her passion for law enforcement and higher education. She excelled quickly and after a year, was fortunate to transition back into higher education working as an Assistant Professor for American International College.
Dr. Feitel knows the expectations of leaders are constantly evolving, and she intends to use her wisdom and guidance in and out of the classroom with the next generation of leaders in criminal justice.
Dr. Jennifer L. Feitel is a retired Correctional Captain from the State of Connecticut Department of Correction (16 years as a supervisor/manager). She held both custody and treatment positions during her career. She supervised both adult and youth male inmates working with a diverse population. Dr. Feitel was an active member in the Department’s Correctional Emergency Response Team (Instructor and Operator) as a highly trained first responder for 18 years of her career. Because of her dedication and perseverance, she became well-versed in multiple training opportunities turned into instructor-led such as proper use of force (behavior management instructor), tactical instructor, less than lethal impact and chemical munitions, PR-24 instructor, and was a state-wide instructor at the Connecticut statewide Training Academy.
In addition to experience gained from various roles within the Connecticut Department of Correction, she also has a strong educational background in the study of corrections. As a graduate of Central Connecticut State University, with both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in criminal justice, she has a well-rounded knowledge of Criminology and Psychology. She chose to continue her educational pursuits as an Adjunct teacher with the University and Assistant Instructor at Goodwin University.
Directly preceding her work at American International College, Dr. Feitel worked as a Public Safety Officer and Corporal at the University of Hartford. This law enforcement position was a long dream of hers that allowed her to combine her passion for law enforcement and higher education. She excelled quickly and after a year, was fortunate to transition back into higher education working as an Assistant Professor for American International College.
Dr. Feitel knows the expectations of leaders are constantly evolving, and she intends to use her wisdom and guidance in and out of the classroom with the next generation of leaders in criminal justice.
Education
Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership, University of Hartford, 2022
Master of Science, Criminal Justice, Central Connecticut State University, 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Criminology / Psychology (minor), Central Connecticut State University, 2003
Associate in Science, Criminal Justice, Manchester Community-Technical College, 1996
Courses Taught at AIC
08/22/22 – PRESENT
Taught the following courses:
- CRJ 3844 : Ethics in Criminal Justice [Asynchronous]
- CRJ 4860 : Senior Seminar
- CRJ 2350 : Criminal Justice Research
- CRJ 3240 : Criminal Procedures
- CRJ 2224 : Corrections
- CRJ 2322 : Law Enforcement
- CRJ 1400 : Introduction to Criminal Justice
Publications
Other Publications (w/ hyperlinks)
Feitel, J. L. (2021). Faculty self-efficacy regarding a potential active shooter event: A case study of a northeastern university (Order No. 28772178). Available from ProQuest Central. (2595646610). https://ezai.ez.cwmars.org:3243/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/dissertations-theses/faculty-self-efficacy-regarding-potential-active/docview/2595646610/se-2
Presentations/ Awards
Awards
- Employee of the Month, University of Hartford; Public Safety Department
- Teaching Fellow at Goodwin University; Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Award Recipient
- Lieutenant of the Year at Manson Youth Institution
- Department of Correction Academy class #199 – Distinguished Graduate
Selected Presentations
New England Educational Research Organization (NEERO) 2021 Annual Conference :
Roundtable Presenter – Signs of the Times in Higher Education: Active Shooters, Pandemic, Work/Life Balance, and Identity
Certifications and Memberships
- Alpha Phi Sigma (Alpha Delta) at American International College – Chapter Advisor
- ALICE Instructor – Certified
- The International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) Police Cyclist – Certified
- Emergency Medical Responder | National Registry – Certified
- Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS) – Member