Faculty

Faculty Profiles

Criminal Justice and Security

I am delighted that students now have the option to obtain their education around their life and obligations. I am also grateful that I am able to balance my love of teaching with my life and business obligations. It is truly a win-win! Yet, faculty members and students alike need to remember at all times that they are involved with rigorous degree programs.

As a faculty member, my goal is not only to provide a quality education but also to assist students with their confidence and self-esteem. Students have to believe in themselves to be successful. At a recent graduation ceremony, a student sought me out with her family and thanked me. It really crystallized the powerful impact that faculty members can have on real people beyond the virtual classroom!

Courtney Anderson, JD, MBA, Axia College of University of Phoenix

Courtney Anderson has been a University of Phoenix faculty member since 2005. She teaches subjects including business, management, criminal justice and cultural ethnicity. Anderson, who has nine years of experience as an attorney, currently owns her own law office and consulting and corporate training firm. Additionally, she serves as an on-air legal and business expert for several news organizations and has appeared in major publications as an expert and analyst.

As a faculty member, my goal is to educate students so they can be their best. I want to help them achieve their career goals. What particularly motivates me is when students email or thank me personally for going the extra mile to help them. I am honored when students ask me to write a letter on their behalf for acceptance into law school or a doctoral program. I am pleased that I can provide students with a positive experience and I’m proud to be part of University of Phoenix’s excellent reputation.

Patrick Cote, College of Health and Human Services

Patrick Cote has 30 years of law enforcement experience and is author of "Police Chief Managing Success." Currently a private investigator, he has taught at University of Phoenix for four years.

As a faculty member at University of Phoenix, I can share my corporate and law enforcement experience with adults pursuing their education. My goal is not only to teach my students, but also learn from them. They have a great deal to share. I also want to help my fellow faculty members become better by sharing with them and recognizing best practices.

University of Phoenix teaches students to define their challenges, then seek the exact learning resources necessary to achieve success. It’s important to be a facilitator versus a lecturer, and know how to take a theoretical concept and convert it to applied theory.

Dennis Dalton, College of Health and Human Services

Dennis Dalton has served as a University of Phoenix faculty member for more than 11 years, as well as a director of academic affairs. Prior to launching a consulting company that reviews and develops asset protection programs, he managed security for banks, retail chains and other organizations. Dalton also has worked with police and sheriff's departments, and directed a community college criminal justice program.

Being a faculty member at University of Phoenix is an opportunity to teach a subject that I enjoy, as well as interact with and learn with students. I hope to impart knowledge and my practical experience so that students will excitedly pursue their interest in the criminal justice field. When students comment that their interests in the field have been enhanced by their classroom experiences, it reinforces my appreciation for my role as a faculty member.

Jack Dowling, College of Health and Human Services

A faculty member at University of Phoenix for more than two years, Jack Dowling has more than 35 years of law enforcement and security experience. He currently is president of a security consulting business.

When University of Phoenix announced its criminal justice program in my area, I came running. After a successful career in policing, I wanted to give back and share my professional experiences with students. In the future, some of them may be leaders in the field and have an impact on policy. My goal is to gain my students’ confidence and help them reach their academic goals and objectives.

Joseph Lynch, College of Health and Human Services

Joseph Lynch spent 23 years with the police department in Philadelphia, retiring at the rank of captain. He has taught criminal justice courses at University of Phoenix for three years.

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