Alyssa Purdy

Alyssa Purdy is a seasoned professional in the fields of justice, law, and criminology, currently serving as a Research Associate at the United States Sentencing Commission since June 2018 and as an Adjunct Instructor at American University since August 2018, where Alyssa teaches courses in Justice and Public Policy, Intro to Systems of Justice, and Corrections in America. Previously, Alyssa worked as a Social Science Research Analyst at the Bureau of Prisons from September 2014 to June 2018. Alyssa holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Justice, Law and Criminology from American University (2016-2023), a Master's Degree in the same field from American University (2014-2016), and dual Bachelor's Degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Roosevelt University (2010-2013).