Mentoring the Aspirational Professional
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Join Michael Warren as he sits down with Victor Lauria, the Criminal Justice Department Chair at Madonna University. They discuss the importance of staying relevant in both leadership and education, the challenges and rewards of preparing students for careers, and the significance of providing proper tools and training. Victor shares his experiences from his law enforcement career and how those lessons apply to his current role in academia. Whether you are in law enforcement, education, or another field, this episode offers valuable insights into leadership, mentorship, and the pursuit of excellence.
Episode Guest
Victor Lauria is an Assistant Professor in the Criminal Justice Department at Madonna University.
He joined the full time faculty of Madonna University in 2015.
Prior to joining Madonna, he served as an Assistant Chief of Police with the City of Novi. During his 28-year law enforcement career, Victor served in a wide variety of positions.
He worked as a patrol officer, undercover narcotics officer, a K-9 handler, and detective, as well as numerous supervisory positions.
His work has been recognized by the International Narcotic Enforcement Officers Association, National Retail Federation and the Michigan Association of Private Investigators. The National Geographic Channel profiled one of Victor’s cases in the documentary film “The Science of Interrogation.”
Links and Resources
https://www.madonna.edu/academics/programs/criminal-justice/