Craig McFarland

Craig McFarland is a Senior Academic Advisor at the University of Illinois Springfield, where responsibilities include advising students in the fields of Criminology, Criminal Justice, History, and Sociology/Anthropology, as well as serving as Online Coordinator for Political Science and Legal Studies graduate programs. In this role, McFarland formulates marketing materials to promote program applications, makes initial admissions decisions, and oversees course enrollment. Additionally, McFarland hosts multiple podcasts for The Front Row Network and previously worked as a Financial Aid Advisor at Lincoln Land Community College, advising students on college affordability and supervising the Veteran Work Study Program. McFarland's experience also includes program management for individuals with developmental disabilities, research assistance, and internships with governmental figures. McFarland holds a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Illinois Springfield.