Dr. Yeoju Park | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Yeoju Park, Busan University of Foreign Studie, South Korea
Dr. Yeoju Park is a criminologist specializing in the impact of victimization on mental health and juvenile delinquency. With a Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina, her research explores developmental criminology and the victim-offender overlap. She holds a master’s degree from Georgia State University and a bachelor’s degree from Dong-Eui University, Korea. Dr. Park’s interests also encompass family structure in juvenile crime and the Korean juvenile justice system. She is proficient in quantitative methods and has expertise in teaching online. 📚🔍
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Employment:
Dr. Yeoju Park’s academic journey encompasses diverse roles in prestigious institutions worldwide. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Busan University of Foreign Studies (BUFS) in the Department of Police Administration, she imparts her expertise in criminology and criminal justice. Previously, Dr. Park contributed as an Instructor at Chungnam National University (CNU) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC), where she also held positions as an Instructor and Graduate Teaching Assistant. Her commitment to academia is evident through her tenure as a Graduate Research Assistant at Georgia State University (GSU). Dr. Park’s multifaceted experiences enrich her teaching and research endeavors. 🎓🌍
Teaching Experience :
Dr. Yeoju Park’s teaching portfolio demonstrates her expertise in criminology, police science, and law across undergraduate and graduate levels. At Busan University of Foreign Studies (BUFS), she has led courses such as Principles of Police Science, Criminology, and Introduction to Law, shaping the minds of future law enforcement professionals. Additionally, her contributions extend to graduate-level instruction, including Advanced Criminological Theory and Police Personnel Management. Dr. Park’s dedication to education is evident through her diverse range of courses and her adeptness in both in-class and online teaching formats, fostering a comprehensive understanding of criminal justice principles. 📝👩🏫
Dr. Yeoju Park’s research experience encompasses a variety of projects, showcasing her interdisciplinary approach to criminology. Notably, she contributed to a study on administrative and financial support measures for establishing Seoul-style autonomous police, commissioned by the Seoul City Council in 2023. Her earlier roles as a Research Assistant involved delving into topics such as the Electric Benefit Transfer (EBT) system’s impact on street crimes and the budget of state governments, indicating her commitment to empirical research and data analysis. Dr. Park’s research endeavors contribute valuable insights to understanding crime prevention strategies and policy implications, enriching the field of criminology. 🔍📊
Awards and Honors:
Dr. Yeoju Park’s exceptional contributions to the field of criminology have been recognized through various honors and awards. In 2022, she was honored by the Busan Metropolitan City for her outstanding achievements. Prior to this, in 2021, she received recognition from the Busan Local Police General, highlighting her significant impact on local law enforcement. Additionally, Dr. Park’s academic prowess was acknowledged through University Graduate Assistantships at both the University of South Carolina (UofSC) and Georgia State University (GSU) from 2013 to 2020. Her dedication to academic excellence was evident earlier in her career, as she received an Academic Scholarship from the Department of Police Administration at Dong-Eui University (DEU) from 2003 to 2005. These accolades underscore Dr. Park’s commitment to advancing the field of criminology and her exemplary contributions to academia and law enforcement. 🏆📚
Research Focus :
Dr. Yeoju Park’s research focuses on understanding the complex dynamics of victimization and its impact on adolescent offenders. Through her articles, such as “Using an Integrated Model of Strain and Routine Activities to Explore the Reciprocal Relationship Between Direct/Vicarious Victimization and Criminal Coping Among Serious Adolescent Offenders,” she delves into the reciprocal relationship between victimization and criminal coping strategies, employing an integrated model of strain and routine activities. Additionally, her work extends to exploring the role of bullying victimization as a strain in delinquency among Korean students, as evidenced in “Bullying Victimization as a Strain.” Dr. Park’s research underscores the importance of considering multifaceted factors, such as strain and routine activities, in understanding delinquent behavior and victimization experiences among adolescents. Her contributions shed light on the nuanced mechanisms underlying criminal coping strategies and offer insights for policymakers and practitioners in addressing youth offending. 📝🔍
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