Laurie Drapela
Associate Professor
MMC 102F, WSU Vancouver
360-546-9485
ldraepla@vancouver.wsu.edu
Curriculum vitae
Education
Ph.D. Sociology, 2001, University of Texas at Austin
M.A. Sociology, 1996, University of Texas at Austin
B.A. Plan II Honors Program, 1992, University of Texas at Austin
Courses Taught
Process and Instutions, Introduction to Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice and Corrections, Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice, Violence Towards Women
Research Interests
Probation officer discretion; Sociological impacts of prison siting; Implementation and operation of therapeutic courts; and Offending desistance trajectories among youth.
Research Projects
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