Updated May 15, 2023

Education and Experience

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Education and Experience

Doctor of Philosophy, PhD – Criminal Justice (June 2016)   School of Public Safety Leadership | Capella University, Minneapolis, MN

Master of Public Administration (MPA) (May 2000).  School of Political Science | Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA

Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice (May 1989).  School of Criminal Justice | Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA

Teaching Experience

American Military University / Security and Global Studies      July 2011 – Present

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice -Reinforce student-centered learning strategies, aligning instructional models with industry standards and quality metrics. Experienced rapid career advancement, being appointed to Associate Professor in December 2018. Develop curriculum and deliver instruction on the following topics

East Stroudsburg University | Department of Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice                                                                      August 2012 – May 2024

Adjunct, Criminal Justice – Leverage a keen understanding of student growth and development to implement effective instructional strategies. Reflect a commitment to helping students achieve academic success and prepare them for careers within law enforcement, corrections, and constitutional law. 

Bethel University | College of Criminal Justice, College of Professional Studies (Online)                                                          July 2011 – May 2024

Adjunct, Criminal Justice – Collaborate with faculty to foster a vision of academic success and contribute to a learning environment that is engaging and challenging. Relate knowledge to practice, helping students apply critical thinking skills while exploring coursework in criminal justice, criminology and criminal behavior.

Northampton Community College | Department of Criminology (Online).                                                             August 2017 – May 2024

Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice -Deliver core degree program curriculum in Criminal Justice incorporating interactive discussions and presentations to enhance the learning experience. Engage students, providing positive reinforcement when covering challenging concepts.

Lehigh Carbon Community College / Criminal Justice                January 2010 – May 2013

Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice – Leveraged the use of appropriate assessment tools including benchmark evaluations to measure program effectiveness and modify teaching strategies where appropriate. Delivered coursework in Public Policy and Issues in Criminal Justice, National Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism and Intelligence gathering.

Central Pennsylvania College | Lehigh Valley Campus  January 2010 – December 2012

Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice -Executed strategies to create a proper framework for student growth. Delivered coursework in Criminal Justice, Organized and Transnational Crimes, Corrections, Criminology, and Drug Abuse.

Additional Teaching Experience

Cedar Crest College | Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice

Lehigh Valley College | Criminal Justice Department Chair/Assistant Professor

United World School of Law, Karnavati University | Visiting Professor, Gandihagar, Gujarat, India

Professional Experience

Northampton County Department of Corrections, PA           May 2024 – Present.                                                           Director of Corrections

Northampton County Prison is a county-level prison located in Easton, Pennsylvania, United States. Here’s a brief history of the prison:

• The newly formed Northampton County built its first jailhouse in 1753. The building was located in Easton’s Centre Square. The building was constructed from massive stone walls and served two purposes, to detain prisoners and to act as a safe house in the event of an attack from nearby Native American tribes.
• In 1851, the jail was relocated to Sitgreaves Street. The new building contained 27 cells and was surrounded by 15-foot (4.6 m) high walls.
• In 1861, the Northampton County courthouse was built on its present site on Washington Street. The jail was too small at this time and offered an inconvenience in transporting prisoners to and from the courthouse.
• In 1868, work began on a new prison adjacent to the courthouse. The building was completed in 1871 at a cost of $200,000.
• The building has undergone major renovation due to overcrowding. In 1909, an addition was completed and soon after a wall was erected to contain an outside recreation area to comply with state law.
• In 1993, two direct supervision units were added, soon followed by the freestanding Community Corrections Facility.
• In 2004, the Northampton County Council approved a $22.8 million expansion. The new expansion was completed in 2006 and consisted of two towers with three “podular”/direct supervision units, a new intake unit, and connection of the buildings.

The prison is situated adjacent to the Northampton County Courthouse and consists of four interconnected buildings. It contains 15 separate housing units and a community corrections facility (work release) with a capacity of 913 inmates.

Forensic Treatment Services, Allentown, PA                          May 2011 – October 2011

Sexual Offender Group Facilitator

Employed the use of evidence-based interventions and a holistic cognitive behavioral therapy approach for sexual offenders, providing guidance in cognitive restructuring, social skills and attention to victim empathy.   

Community Prevention Resources of Warren County, Inc., Washington, NJ – May 2010 – February 2011

Executive Director

Directed daily operations for the community-based non-profit prevention agency. Executed budgetary oversight, administrating funds and providing full transparency into expenditures. Prepared agency budget consisting of federal and state grants, in-kind donations, and fee for service. Served on the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence for the New Jersey Legislative Committee

Justice Works Youth Care                                               Allentown, PA                                                                             July 2009 – January 2010

Assistant Director

Piloted a youth prevention program focused on implementing interventions for at-risk and adjudicated youth to prevent incarceration or placement. Employed the use of behavioral management and evidence-based clinical practice to address triggers and issues while teaching employability skills and resolving family issues. Liaised with Lehigh and Northampton County, PA Children and Youth and Juvenile Probation departments, enforcing contractual agreements.

Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse                             Allentown, PA                                                                  December 2007 – January 2009

Executive Director

Served in a multi-functional role as the Agency Director for two county-licensed outpatient drug and alcohol treatment facilities. Developed organizational policies and streamlined programs aimed at providing treatment, prevention, and youth-related counseling for the residents of Northampton and Lehigh Counties. Promoted organizational efficiency, taking the lead in hiring, training, mentoring and supervising staff. Defined the overall direction and coordination of staff and greatly enhanced productivity. Exercised fiscal oversight for a $1.2 million budget supporting two agency offices within Northampton and Lehigh Counties.

• Professional career information prior to 2007, including 13 years with the Northampton County Department of Corrections in administration. Additional details available upon request

Consulting Experience

Program Committee Chair – (May 27-28, 2023). International Conference on Interpersonal Crimes, Law, Forensics, and Victimization. Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Toronto Forensic Institute, Toronto, Canada (2020 – 2022) – Served as a subject matter expert / peer reviewer of TFI’s criminal justice curriculum.  Serve as the Lead Criminal Justice Consultant

United World School of Law, Gujarat India (2017 – 2019). Served as visiting professor (2017) and serve on the academic advisory council

American Military University, West Virginia (2014 – Present)- Demonstrate multi-functional leadership within the Social Influencer Program, as an Academic Content Program Writer, member of the CBE Curriculum Committee, contributor for the Curriculum Improvement Project, member of the Faculty Ambassadors Committee, Boren Committee and Provost Challenge for Student Retention.

Bethel University, Tennessee (2014 – Present). Advisor on the Curriculum Assessment Committee (Criminal Justice)

Certifications

Pittaro, M. (2021, July 27).  Innovation in men’s mental health: Using humor, media, and digital engagement to promote mental health and prevent suicide for high-risk men. [Certificate]. Mental Health Academy.

Pittaro, M. (2021, January 22). Putting first responders first through resilience, post-traumatic growth and recovery. [Certificate]. New Jersey State Police / Caron Foundation.

Pittaro, M. (2020, June 22). QPR Suicide Prevention Trainer [Certification]. QPR Institute

Pittaro, M. (2020, June 3). Emotional intelligence master course [Certification]. In H. Alberts, Positive Psychology program. https://positivepsychology.com/emotional-intelligence-masterclass/

Publications

Peer Reviewed

1. Pittaro, M. (2021). Why are some correctional employees corrupt? In G. York (Ed.), The toughest job: Correctional officer USA (Chapter 32). Amazon. ISBN – 13: 979-8732296426 The Toughest Job: Correctional Officers USA

2. Pittaro, M. (2021, September). Pursuing and navigating a career in criminal justice. Kendall-Hunt Publishing. Pursuing and Navigating a Career in Criminal Justice | Higher Education (kendallhunt.com)

3. Pittaro, M. (Ed.) (2020). Global perspectives in reforming the criminal justice system. IGI-Global.   
4. Pittaro, M. (2019). Combating Human Trafficking: Recommendations for Police Leadership in Establishing Transnational Collaboration. In Management Association, I. (Eds.), National Security: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice (pp. 880-897). IGI Global. http://doi:10.4018/978-1-5225-7912-0.ch044

5. Pittaro, M. (2019). Foreword. In Boscovic, M. (Ed.), Globalization and its impact on violence against vulnerable groups (TBA). Hershey, PA: IGI-Global. IGI Global
6. Pittaro, M. (2019). Female offenders and solitary confinement. In the Encyclopedia of Women and Crime. (Vol. 1). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley-Blackwell.

7. Pittaro, M. (2018). Human trafficking and slavery. In J. Wynterdyk (Ed.), International Handbook on Human Trafficking. New York, NY: Palgrave Macmillan Publishing.

8. Pittaro, M., & Schmalleger, F. (2018, September). Prison history. In Oxford Bibliographies (Oxford University Press). Retrieved from, Oxford Bibliographies

9. Pittaro, M. (2018, August 30). Insights on the ways of educating the next-gen legal and criminological researchers. Higher Education Review – Law School Edition, 36-38. The Higher Education Review

10. Pittaro, M. (2018). Cyberbullying and adolescence. In G. Crews (Ed.), Handbook of Research on School Violence in American Schools K – 12 (Chapter 12). Hershey, PA: IGI Global. Handbook of Research on School Violence in American K-12

11. Pittaro, M. (2017, March). Pornography and Global Sex Trafficking: A Proposal for Therapeutic Jurisprudence as Court Innovation in the United States. In D. Halder & K. Jaishankar (Eds.), Therapeutic jurisprudence and overcoming violence against women (121-134). Hershey, PA: IGI Global.

12. Pittaro, M. (2017). Pornography’s Role in Sex Trafficking. In D. Halder & K. Jaishankar (Eds.), Therapeutic Jurisprudence and Overcoming Violence Against Women, Hershey, PA: IGI Global
13. Pittaro, M., & Normore, A. (2016, June 8). International efforts by police leadership to combat human trafficking. Retrieved June 8, 2016, from the FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin.  International Efforts by Police Leadership to Combat Human Trafficking

14. Pittaro, M. (2016). Cyberbullying victimization and reporting: A correlational analysis based on the national crime victimization survey of 2012 (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from ProQuest. (18515)

15. Pittaro, M. (2015, October 15). Stress and Suicide. American Jail Association, (September / October 2015 Issue), 25-28.
16. Pittaro, M. (2015). Demystifying female perpetrated sex crimes against children. Sexual Assault Report, 19(1), 1-4.

17. Pittaro, M. (August 2015). Combating human trafficking: Recommendations for police leadership in establishing transnational collaboration. In A. Normore & N. Erbe (Eds.), Cross Cultural Collaboration and Leadership for Modern Organization. Hershey, PA: IGI Global.

18. Pittaro, M. (2012). Indian Prisons: Towards Reformation, rehabilitation, and resocialization.[Foreword]. London: Anthem Press.

19. Pittaro, M. (2011). Cyber Crime and Digital Disorder. [Foreword]. Retrieved from, Google Books
20. Pittaro, M. (2011). Cyber Criminology: Exploring Internet Crimes and Criminal Behavior [Chapter 16]. Taylor and Francis Publishing: Boca Raton, FL.

22. Pittaro, M. (2011). Criminology – Academic Reference Guide, BarCharts, Inc, Boca Raton, Florida. Retrieved from, BarCharts Quick Study Guides
23. Dempsey, J (2010). Introduction to Private Security. (2^nd). [Copyeditor] Cengage, Publishing: Belmont, CA.
24. Pittaro, M. (2009). Cybercrime: Selected readings from the InfoTrac database for college students. Cengage Publishing: Belmont, CA.
25. Pittaro, M. (2009). International Perspectives on Crime and Justice. [Chapter 18]. Cambridge Scholars Publications: New Castle, U.K.
26. Schmalleger, F. & Pittaro, M. (2008). Crimes of the Internet. Prentice Hall Publishing: Upper Saddle River, NJ.
27. Pittaro, M. (2008). Prisoner reintegration challenges of assimilation and crime desistance. Professional Issues in Criminal Justice. 3(2), 49-66. Retrieved from, PICJ
28. Pittaro, M. (2008). School violence and social control theory: An evaluation of the Columbine massacre. International Journal of Criminal Justice Sciences. 2(1), 1-12.
29. Pittaro, M. (January 2008). Police Occupational Stress and Its Impact on Community Relations. Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. 17(1). 49-67.  
30. Pittaro, M. (May 2008). Cyberstalking: An analysis of online harassment and intimidation. International Journal of Cyber Criminology, 3(2).
31. Pittaro, M. (June 2007). The American criminal justice system: An academic reference guide. BarCharts, Incorporated: Boca Raton, Florida. ISBN: 9781423203056
    • Created the nation’s first and only criminal justice academic reference guide
32. Pittaro, M. [Copyeditor] In Dempsey, J. S. (2007). Introduction to Private Security. (1^st Ed). Thomson Publishing: Belmont, CA.
33. Pittaro, M. (September 2004). From Cellblock to Classroom: The Transition from Helpless to Helpfu Retrieved from, Academic Leader

Blogs

1. Pittaro, M. (2023, February 14). Are black officers always better for black communities? Retrieved from, Are Black Cops Always Better for Black Communities? – Psychology Today
2. Pittaro, M. (2023, January 16). Why aren’t compassionate release laws used more? Retrieved from, Why Aren’t Compassionate Release Laws Used More? | Psychology Today
3. Pittaro, M. (2022, September 11). The science behind trauma-informed yoga in corrections. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
4. Pittaro, M. (2022, August 16). Retrieved from, Yoga as a stress-reducer for corrections professionals.  Psychology Today
5. Pittaro, M. (2022, May 11). Prisoner corruption: A glimpse into manipulation tactics. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
6. Pittaro, M. (2022, April 26). Ex-prisoners deserve a second chance. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
7. Pittaro, M. (2022, January 13). Why did violent crime surge in 2021? Retrieved from, Psychology Today
8. Pittaro, M. (2021, October 20). Acknowledging ‘missing white woman syndrome’ is a start. Retrieved from, Acknowledging ‘Missing White Woman Syndrome’ | Psychology Today
9. Pittaro, M. (2021, October 15). From homeless addict to university graduate with honors. Retrieved from, From Homeless Addict to University Graduate With Honors | Psychology Today
10. Saturen, M. (2021, October 12). Is a criminal justice career for you? [Interview] Retrieved from, Is a Career in Criminal Justice for You? – Northampton Community College News Center

11. Pittaro, M. (2021, September 28). Book excerpt: Pursuing and navigating a career in criminal justice. Retrieved from, PoliceOne
12. Pittaro, M. (2021, September 28). Book excerpt: Pursuing and navigating a career in criminal justice. Retrieved from, CorrectionsOne
13. Pittaro, M. (2021, August 4). The G.L.O.V.E – A new “hands-on” technology for officers. Retrieved from, AMU Edge
14. Pittaro, M. (2021, August 2). The psychological autopsy of men who die by suicide: An effective tool for understanding “why” in the absence of prior warning signs. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
15. Pittaro, M. (2021, July 9). Coercive control: Entrapped by fear. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
16. Pittaro, M. (2021, July 2). Criminal justice change agent: Friend or foe? Retrieved from, Psychology Today
17. Pittaro, M. (2021, April 9). Humility is the missing leadership attribute in criminal justice reform. Retrieved from, APU Edge
18. Pittaro, M. (2021, March 11). Why COVID-19 has led to a rise in intimate partner violence. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
19. Pittaro, M. (2020, December 2). The harmful consequences of labeling police officers. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
20. Keady, P., & Pittaro, M. (2020, October 5). Specialized training helps chaplains provide care for first responders. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
21. Sharmin, A. (2020, September 24). U.S correctional staff struggle to cope amid COVID-19 [Interviewed]. Retrieved from, https://bbench.co.uk/2020/09/24/u-s-correctional-staff-struggle-to-cope-amid-covid-19/
22. Pittaro, M. (2020, August 28). Integrating racial concerns into criminal justice curricula. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
23. Pittaro, M. (2020, August 10). Crisis fatigue and the COVID-19 pandemic. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
24. Pittaro, M., & Keady, P. (2020, July 20). Why every first responder department should have a chaplain. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
25. Pittaro, M. (2020, July 16). Caught between coronavirus and convictions: Early release prisoners face unique challenges. Interview with Journalist, Jonas Shladovsky . Retrieved from, Global Student Square
26. Pittaro, M. (2020, June 22). Reducing crime by addressing criminogenic risk factors. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
27. Pittaro, M. (2020, June 15). Transforming prisons in transforming prisoners: A global perspective. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
28. Pittaro, M. (2020, March 30). Pandemic presents opportunities for online learning. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
29. Pittaro, M. (2020, March 24). Correctional officers and compassion fatigue: The COVID-19 pandemic. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
    • Deemed an “Essential Read” by the Editors
30. Pittaro, M. (2020, March 3). Protecting correctional officers and inmates from coronavirus. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
31. Pittaro, M. (2020, January 2). The year 2020: New year, new decade, new approach. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
32. Pittaro, M. (2019, October 28). Cognitive behavioral therapy and high-risk offenders. Retrieved from, com
33. Pittaro, M. (2019, October 2). Addressing criminal victimization in today’s world. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
34. Pittaro, M. (2019, September 19). Purdue Pharma is only one step to curing opioid crisis. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
35. Pittaro, M. (2019, September 19). Social media and the bystander effect. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
36. Pittaro, M. (2019, September 2). Epstein suicide suggests a breach in prison protocol. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
37. Pittaro, M. (2019, July 3). Mental health care for first responders. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
38. Pittaro, M. (2019, May 6). Exposure to media violence and emotional desensitization. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
39. Pittaro, M. (2019, February 23). Male sexual abuse survivors: Are we doing enough? Retrieved from, Psychology Today
40. Pittaro, M. (2019, February 14). Roundtable: How to land a job in academia. Retrieved from, Police One
41. Pittaro, M. (2019, January 18). A victim-centered approach to sex trafficking is critical. Retrieved from, Psychology Today (promoted to an Essential Read)
42. Pittaro, M. (2019, January 8). What is sextortion and why should we be concerned? Retrieved from, Psychology Today
43. Pittaro, M. (2018, December 14). Coping strategies to improve officer wellness. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
44. Pittaro, M. (2018, November 30). Mandatory overtime comes with physical and financial consequences. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
45. Pittaro, M. (2018, November 28). Mandatory overtime comes with physical and financial consequences. Retrieved from, Corrections One
46. Pittaro, M. (2018, November 27). Addressing rising suicide rates among women veterans. Retrieved from, Psychology Today (promoted to an Essential Read)
47. Pittaro, M. (2018, November 23). Winging it as a single father: How did I get here? Retrieved from, Psychology Today
48. Pittaro, M. (2018, November 21). Implicit bias within the criminal justice system. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
49. Pittaro, M. (2018, November 10). Mass shooters: A unique criminological explanation. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
50. Pittaro, M. & O’Connor, S. (2018, November). Infants are the youngest victims of the opioid crisis. A Public Health Perspective on the Opioid Crisis – In Public Safety, 7-9. Retrieved from In Public Safety
51. Pittaro, M. (2018, October 31). Depression among men: It’s time to erase the stigma. Retrieved from, Psychology Today
52. Pittaro, M. & O’Connor, S. (2018, October 25). The overlooked victims of the opioid crisis. Retrieved from, Psychology  Today
53. Hoffman, S. (2018, October 3). Online gaming predators: Take steps to protect your children [Interviewed for article]. Retrieved from, In Cyber Defense
54. Pittaro, M. (2018, September 28). The aging prisoner population. Retrieved from, The Protector
55. Pittaro, M. (2018, September 24). 9 soft skills every criminal justice professional need. Retrieved from, Corrections One
56. Pittaro, M. (2018, September 21). The importance of soft skills for criminal justice professionals. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
57. Pittaro, M. (2018). Catholic priest sexual abuse report: Why states need to change statute of limitations laws. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
58. Pittaro, M. & O’Connor, S. (2018, August 16). How infants are falling victim to the opioid crisis. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
59. Pittaro, M. (2018, July 31). Penalized for being poor: The nation’s flawed bail system. Retrieved from Corrections One
60. Pittaro, M. (2018, July 25). Penalized for being poor: The nation’s flawed bail system. Retrieved from In Public Safety
61. Pittaro, M. (2018, July 3). How legislation can help ex-prisoners find employment. Retrieved from Corrections One
62. Pittaro, M. (2018, May 4). Why ex-prisoners struggle to successfully reintegrate into society. Retrieved from In Public Safety
63. Pittaro, M. (2018, May 1). How the aging prisoner population challenges correctional facilities. Retrieved from Corrections One
64. Pittaro, M. (2018, April 20). Community service provides many personal and professional benefits. Retrieved from In Public Safety
65. Pittaro, M. (2018, April 2). What Andrew Hollands’ death reveals about caring for mentally ill inmates. Retrieved from Corrections One
66. Pittaro, M. (2018, March 29). What Andrew Holland’s death reveals about caring for mentally ill inmates. Retrieved from In Public Safety
67. Pittaro, M. (2018, March 28). Is there a valid psychosocial explanation for school shootings? Retrieved from Police One
68. Pittaro, M. (2018, March 16). A theoretical explanation for the increase in school shootings. Retrieved from In Public Safety
69. Pittaro, M. (2018, March 7). Why public safety professionals need to prevent, identify stress and apply coping strategies. Retrieved from International Public Safety Association
70. Pittaro, M. (2018, February 26). Why transformational leaders should embrace emotional intelligence. In Public Safety. Retrieved from In Public Safety
71. Pittaro, M. (2018, February 14). ‘Been there, done that!’ The benefits of a teacher who is a scholar- Corrections One. Retrieved from Corrections One
72. Pittaro, M. (2018, January 18). The scholar-practitioner approach to teaching: A criminal justice professor’s perspective. In Public Safety. Retrieved from In Public Safety
73. Pittaro, M. (2017, December 14). How emotional intelligence benefits officers. Understanding and managing stress corrections officer stress, American Military University, 1-24. In Public Safety
74. Stelter, L. (2017, September 27). Fasten seatbelts: The fight against human trafficking is taking off. [Interview]. In Public Safety. Retrieved from: In Public Safety
75. Pittaro, M. (2017, July 31). Addressing the lack of research on male childhood sexual abuse. In Public Safety. Retrieved from In Public Safety
76. Pittaro, M. (2017, June 12).  Why Sessions mandatory minimums directive is a step backwards.  In Public Safety.  Retrieved from In Public Safety
77. Pittaro, M. (2017, June 2). The importance of emotional wellness in criminal justice. Retrieved from In Public Safety
78. Wyllie, D. (2017, April 28). How do corrections leaders spot employees susceptible to corruption? [Editorial]. Corrections One. Retrieved from Corrections One
79. Pittaro, M. (2017, March). Could Early Lead Exposure Contribute to Crime and Delinquency? Retrieved from In Public Safety
80. Pittaro, M. (2017, March). Inspiring a New Generation of Leaders. Retrieved from In Public Safety
81. Pittaro, M. (2017, February 6). Why some correctional employees are corrupt. Retrieved from In Public Safety
82. Pittaro, M. (2017, January 31). Looking beyond the uniform: How trooper weaver’s death shook the law enforcement community. Retrieved from In Public Safety
83. Pittaro, M. (2017, January 5). How emotional intelligence benefits correctional officers. Retrieved from In Public Safety
84. Gangi, A., & Pittaro, M. (2016, September 3). Is inmate unity a direct threat to safety and security? Retrieved from Huffington Post
85. Pittaro, M. (2016, August 21). Professor gives students 16 secrets to success. Retrieved from Society 19
86. Pittaro, M. (2016, August 15). Rise in elderly prisoners requires resources and training. Retrieved from In Public Safety
87. Pittaro, M. (2016, July 6). Role of pornography in sex trafficking. Retrieved from Hidden Tears Project
88. Gangi, A., Pittaro, M., & Stallworth, R. (2016, May 8). It’s “correctional officer,” not guard. Retrieved from Huffington Post
89. Stelter, L., & Pittaro, M. (2016). Correctional leaders must change their leadership style. Retrieved from In Public Safety
90. Stelter, L., & Pittaro, M. (2016, March 17). Transformational leadership can change the culture of corrections. Retrieved from In Public Safety
91. Pittaro, M., & McCabe, H. (2016, March 9). Professor burnout: Implications for university leadership. Retrieved from About Leaders
92. Pittaro, M., & Batts, H. (2016, February 26). From convict to community leader: One man’s journey toward personal redemption. Retrieved from In Public Safety
93. Pittaro, M. (2016, January 5). A year in review: The most important topics in corrections (L. Stelter, Ed.). Retrieved from In Public Safety
94. Pittaro, M. (2015, December 9). Corrections system fails female prisoners: One woman’s story. Retrieved from In Public Safety
95. Pittaro, M. (2015, December 7). The challenges of incarcerating mentally ill inmates. Retrieved from In Public Safety
96. Pittaro, M. (2015, October 16). Prisons Going Green. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
97. Pittaro, M. (2015, August 13). Corrections System Fails Female Prisoners: One Woman’s Story. Retrieved from In Public Safety
98. Pittaro, M. (2015, June 25). Prisoners’ manipulation of correctional workers: Avoiding the psychological trap. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
99. Pittaro, M. (2015, May 27). Should Prisoners be Entitled to Pell Grants to Help Pay for College? Retrieved from In Public Safety
100. Pittaro, M. (2015, May 06). Fighting human trafficking is a job for all of us. Spirit of Jefferson, p. A7. Retrieved from, Spirit of Jefferson
101. Pittaro, M. (2015, April 9). Improve Your Facility by Changing Your Leadership Style. Retrieved from In Public Safety
102. Pittaro, M. (2015, April 7). Sexual Abuse Survival and Recovery. Retrieved from In Public Safety
103. Pittaro, M. (2015, March 28). Combatting human trafficking: Transnational collaboration in policing the globe. The Journal News. Retrieved March 30, 2015, from Journal News
104. Pittaro, M. & Russ, J. (2015, March 6). Serving our country to serving time: The rise and value of veteran treatment courts. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
105. Pittaro, M. (2015, February 20). States should prioritize education over incarceration. Retrieved From, In Public Safety
106. Pittaro, M. (2015, January). Stress Management Strategies for Correctional Officers Retrieved from, In Public Safety  
107. Pittaro, M. (2015, January). Suicide Among Corrections Officers: It’s Time For An Open Discussion. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
108. Pittaro, M. (December 2014). Transformational Leadership and the Impact on Morale, Satisfaction in Corrections. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
109. Pittaro, M. (November 2014). Interview with Michael Pittaro (Criminal Justice Expert). Retrieved from, Its Gov
110. Pittaro, M. (November 2014). Surge in Elderly Prisoners Poses Challenges for Nation’s Prisons Retrieved from, In Public Safety
111. Pittaro, M. (October 20, 2014). National Cyber Security Month: Protecting Children from Online Predators. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
112. Pittaro, M. (2014, July 31). Breaking down barriers: Research about female perpetrated domestic violence against male victims. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
113. Pittaro, M. (2013, September). Sexual Predators: From the Playground to Cyberspace. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
114. Pittaro, M. (2013, June). Because I get to make a difference in my community. Retrieved from, CEO Blog Nation

Presentations

Conferences

1. Pittaro, M. (2023, April 28). *Keynote Speaker – One Voice United – National Medal of Honor. Colorado Springs, Colorado.
2. Russo, C. & Pittaro, M. (2023, March 18). From Practitioner to Scholar. Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Conference, National Harbor, Maryland.
3. Pittaro, M. (2022, June 7). Physical and mental health strategies for Probation / Parole Officers. Training (via Zoom) Sponsored by the County Chief Adult Probation and Parole Officer’s Association of Pennsylvania.
4. Benton, D., Russo, C., Pittaro, M., & Malone, C. (2021, November 5). Development of a Law Enforcement Behavioral Resources Unit for At Risk Populations – YouTube. International Criminology Conference, sponsored by Policy Studies Organization (Washington, DC). (Remote due to COVID precautions
5. Pittaro, M. (2019, November 16). Transformational leadership: Changing the organizational and administrative culture of corrections. Speech presented at the Correctional Officer PTSD Conference, sponsored by the American Correctional Officer Intelligence Network in Boston, Massachusetts.
6. Pittaro, M. (2019, November 16). International Criminology Conference. Washington, D.C.
7. Pittaro, M. (2019, August 9). Effective physical and mental coping strategies for jail professionals. Speech presented at Tennessee Corrections Institute in Park Vista Conference Center, Gatlinburg, Tennessee.  * Keynote Speaker

8. Pittaro, M. (2019, February 19). Mentorship. Multicultural Male Initiative Leadership Dinner in honor of Black History Month. East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
9. Pittaro, M. (2018, April 3). Trafficking in our backyard: Valley against sex trafficking. East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
10. Pittaro, M. (2018, March 27). Transnational human trafficking: A glimpse into modern-day slavery. East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
11. Pittaro, M. (2017, November 9). Transnational human trafficking. College Diversity Committee at Lehigh Carbon Community College, Schnecksville, Pennsylvania. LCCC
12. Pittaro, M (2017, September 8). Stress and Burnout Among Juvenile Detention Employees. Ohio Juvenile Detention Services Association Conference, Columbus, Ohio.
    • Keynote Speaker
13. Pittaro, M. (2017, July 22). Pornography and It’s Link to International Sex Trafficking in Children. National Conference on Human Rights, Karnavati University / United World School of Law, Gujarat, India.
14. Pittaro, M. (2017, July 20). Prison Administration, Criminology, and Penal Law: A Comparative presentation between the United States and India. Karnavati University’s United World School of Law, Gujarat, India.
15. Pittaro, M. (2017, July 18). Inspiring the next generation of global leaders. Karnavati University’s United World School of Law, Gujarat, India.
16. Pittaro, M. (2017, July 14). International Human Rights against Child Exploitation. Karnavati University’s United World School of Law, Gujarat, India.
17. Pittaro, M. (2017, May 24). Conference Closing Plenary Speaker. Pennsylvania Association of Probation, Parole, and Corrections. Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania.
    • Plenary Speaker
18. Pittaro, M. (2017, May 23). Improving our emotional and physical well-being: Effective strategies for criminal justice professionals. Pennsylvania Association of Probation, Parole, and Corrections conference. Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania.
19. Pittaro, M. (2016, November 17). Transformational Leadership: Improving the Culture of American Corrections. 37^th annual North Carolina Correctional Association Training Conference, Greensboro, North Carolina.
20. Pittaro, M. (2016, April 1). Transformational leadership can improve the culture of corrections. New Jersey Chapter of the American Correctional Association / New Jersey Association of Criminal Justice Educators. Trenton, New Jersey.
    • Plenary Speaker
21. Pittaro, M. (2015, September 1). Inside the Criminal Mind: Avoiding Manipulation, Deception, and Trickery and the Role of Prison Chaplain. Pennsylvania Prison Chaplain’s Association Conference, Carlisle, PA
22. Pittaro, M. (2015, July 28). Stress, Burnout, and Suicide Among Correctional Workers: The Silent Killers. Southern States Correctional Association Conference, Little Rock, Arkansas.
23. Pittaro, M. (2015, April 22). Human Trafficking. Community Law Enforcement Day. East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
24. Pittaro, M. (2015, March 28). Combatting human trafficking: Transnational collaboration in policing the globe. Human Exploitation and Trafficking (H.E.A.T). American Public University System, Charles town, West Virginia.
25. Pittaro, M. (2014, November 17-20). Combating human trafficking: Recommendations for police leadership in establishing transnational collaboration. Hosted by American Military University and sponsored by the FBI National Academy and International Police Training Institute. Charles Town, West Virginia.
26. Pittaro, M. (2014, February 18-22). Community perception of female perpetrated sex crimes against children. Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS) 51st Annual Conference. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
27. Pittaro, M. (2012, December 20). Federal Correctional Institution – Schuylkill, Pennsylvania GED Graduation Commencement Speaker
28. Pittaro, M. (2008, December 5). Prisoner reintegration challenges of crime desistance and assimilation. Annual Forensic Rights and Treatment Conference, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
29. Pittaro, M. (2008, October 23). Cybercrimes. New Jersey Divisions of Mental Health Services annual conference. East Windsor, New Jersey. * Keynote Speaker

30. Pittaro, M. (2008, April 8). Lehigh County SAP (Student Assistance Programs) Consortium. Allentown, Pennsylvania

Webinars

1. Pittaro, M. (2022, August 9). Physical and mental wellness coping strategies for law enforcement officers [training webinar]. Virtual Academy Advanced Training Solutions, Tennessee.
2. Pittaro, M. (2022, August 9). How to improve your interpersonal communication skills with family and friends [training webinar]. Virtual Academy Advanced Training Solutions, Tennessee.
3. Pittaro, M. (2020, June 11). Transforming prisoners to transforming prisons: A global perspective. [webinar]. Criminological Research and Development Organization, India.
4. Pittaro, M. (2019, November 7). Becoming a criminologist. [webinar]. Edutainment Learning.
5. Pittaro, M. (2019, November 1). Officer Success Training Series. [webinar recordings]. Created five webinars pertaining to law enforcement / corrections officer success and wellbeing. Global Institute of Forensic Research
6. Pittaro, M. (2019, February 19). Addressing the challenges of an aging prison population [webinar recording]. In Time Solutions
7. Pittaro, M. (2018, November 13). Criminology: how theories can be used to explain global crime patterns and trends. [webinar]. Pinecrest Academy of Nevada.
8. Pittaro, M. (2018, November 1). Physical and mental health coping strategies to improve officer wellness. [webinar]. Global Institute of Forensic Research.
9. Pittaro, M. (2018, September 26). Improving our physical and mental well-being: Effective strategies for jail employees [webinar]. American Jail Association
10. Pittaro, M. (2017, December 14). Transformational leadership: Improving the culture of corrections [Webinar]. American Military University – Brown Bag Series Session.
11. Pittaro, M. (2017, April 20). How Humor, Praise, and Inspiration Can Lead to Student Engagement. [Webinar] Center for Teaching and Learning. 2017 Teaching Excellence Summit.
12. Pittaro, M. (2017, January 20). Prison reform [Interview by P. Robbins]. (Retrieved January 20, 2017, from Prison Reform Video Project

Podcasts

1. Pittaro, M. (2022, April 26). Taking action to address the mental health crisis in corrections. Interview with Leischen Kranick. Taking Action to Address the Mental Health Crisis in Corrections – Edge (amuedge.com)
2. Pittaro, M. (2022, March 9). Educating today’s criminal justice professionals: An interview with Patrick Fitzgibbons – Criminal Justice Evolution. Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Educating Future Criminal Justice Professionals – Dr. Mike Pittaro (podbean.com)
3. Pittaro, M. (2021, October 27). What to know about pursuing a career in criminal justice. An interview with Dr. Jarrod Sadulski. What to Know about Pursuing a Career in Criminal Justice – Edge (amuedge.com)
4. Pittaro, M. (2021, September 9). Can the correctional system change to truly rehabilitate offenders? An interview with Dr. Gary Deel. Can the Correctional System Change to Truly Rehabilitate Offenders? – Edge (apuedge.com)
5. Pittaro, M. (2020, November 11). End of Watch with Bootsy and Sal, Interview with Dr. Michael Pittaro. End of Watch
6. Pittaro, M. (2020, September 2). Corrections and the COVID pandemic [podcast recording]. Interview with Dr. Jarrod Sadulski of American Military University. In Public Safety
7. Pittaro, M. (2020, August 11). Human trafficking [podcast recording]. Interview with Shepard Ambellas of the Shepard Ambellas show. Human Trafficking
8. Pittaro, M. & Orcesi, T. (2020, January 17). Teaching in prisons: The difficulties of prisoner reintegration [podcast recording]. Interview with Dr. Bjorn Mercer of American Military University. Teaching in prisons
9. Pittaro, M. & Amato, R. (2020, January 11). Behind The Business Scenes with our guest professor and author Michael Pittaro. Behind the Business Scenes
10. Pittaro, M. (2019, August 1). The link between pornography and sex trafficking [podcast recording]. Interview with Dr. Rod Graham
11. Pittaro, M. (2019, February 22). The international and domestic fight against human trafficking [podcast recording]. In Public Safety
12. Pittaro, M. (2019, January 11). The challenges law enforcement faces in preventing human trafficking. [podcast interview]. In Public Safety
13. Gangi, A. (2018, December 7). The dangers of mandated overtime [podcast interview]. Retrieved from, Corrections One
14. Pittaro, M. (2016, March 31). Let’s Talk Leadership. Retrieved from, Tier Talk
15. Pittaro, M. (2016, February 10). Transformational Leadership and the Culture of Corrections [Podcast]. Newark, New Jersey: Retrieved from, Tier Talk
16. Pittaro, M. (2015, December 8). Discussion on Police Brutality. Lecture presented to Alpha Phi Sigma / Phi Alpha Delta Joint Chapter Meeting in a Joint Chapter Meeting, [Podcast].
17. Pittaro, M. (Guest Expert). (2015, September 21). Suicide Among Correctional Officers and Leadership [Podcast]. Anthony Gangi (Host -Tier Talk)

VLOG

1. Pittaro, M. (2019, August 1). The link between pornography and sex trafficking [Vlog]. Retrieved from, YouTube. Interview with Dr. Rod Graham
2. Pittaro, M. (2018, August 13). Preventing suicide in corrections. [Vlog]. Retrieved from, Corrections One
3. Pittaro, M. (2018, August 9). Addressing corruption in corrections [Vlog]. Retrieved from, In Public Safety
4. Pittaro, M. (2018, August 7). Addressing corruption in corrections [Vlog]. Retrieved from, Corrections One
5. Pittaro, M. (2016, June 23). Transforming Corrections [Vlog]. Retrieved from Warden Exchange

Community Presentations

1. Pittaro, M. (2023, February 2). Interview for article titled, He paid his debt to society. Now, the family of the Petaluma man he killed doesn’t want him living near them. The Press Democrat (Austin Murphy). He paid his debt to society. Now, the family of the Petaluma man he killed doesn’t want him living near them | PD Plus (pressdemocrat.com)
2. Pittaro, M. (2022, May 10). Pursuing and navigating a career in criminal justice. Aurora University, Illinois [online]
3. Pittaro, M. (2022, February 24). Human trafficking: Crime in our Backyards. Lehigh Carbon Community College, Schnecksville, Pennsylvania.
4. Pittaro, M. (2021, October 7). Pursuing and navigating a career in criminal justice. Northampton Community College, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
5. Pittaro, M. (2019, January 16). Addressing how criminological theories are used to explain crime. Delaware Valley High School, Milford, Pennsylvania.
6. Pittaro, M. (2018, March 20). Criminal Justice Career Advice. Pleasant Valley High School, Pennsylvania.
7. Pittaro, M. (2016, June 14). Criminal Justice Reform in Pennsylvania. Lecture presented at League of Women Voters Annual Meeting in Easton, Pennsylvania.
8. Pittaro, M. (2016, February 20). Project Success – Public Service Profession Panel. Lecture presented at Project Success in Tannersville, PA, Northampton Community College

Television

1. Good Morning America (2022, January 19). Interview about the spike in US violent crime rates. [Television broadcast]. New York City, New York. Good Morning America
2. Evans, M. (Executive Producer). (2019, March 18). Criminal justice reform interview [Television broadcast]. Bethlehem, PA: PBS39. PBS Community Corner

Curriculum/Book Reviews

1. Pittaro, M. “Trends in Organized Crime.” Review of Trends in Organized Crime, by Springer
2. Journal No. 12117, 24 August 2016.
3. Pittaro, M. “Police in America.” Review of Police in America, by Steven Brandl. Sage Publications, 5
4. July 2016.
5. Review of Criminal Justice: Realities and Challenges – Ruth Masters (2^nd Ed). Pearson July 2015
6. Grinning Man Press August 20, 2014
7. Asked by Author to Review of Serial Killer Quarterly’s “Partners in Pain” – Vol. 1 No. 2.
8. Partners in Pain
9. Pearson Publishing – Criminology Focus Group July 2014
10. Pearson Publishing – In-Depth Focus Group (Introduction to Criminal Justice) June 2014
11. Served as a Criminal Justice Subject Matter Expert; Columbus, Ohio
12. Pearson Criminal Justice Curriculum Online Focus Groups – February 2013
13. Review of: “What Works in Corrections: Current Trends and Practices,” Elsevier Publishing – 2011
14. Review of: “Exploring Corrections in America,” Elsevier Publishing – 2011
15. Review of: “Introduction to Criminal Justice: Dispelling Myths and Discovering Truths,” by Ruth Masters et al., McGraw-Hill – 2006
16. Review of “Police Field Operations,” by anonymous author, Allyn & Bacon publishing – 2006
17. Review of “A New Criminology,” by anonymous authors, McGraw-Hill – 2006
18. Review of: “Criminal Justice: A Brief Introduction,” (6^th ed), by Frank Schmalleger, Prentice Hall – 2005

Editorial Responsibilities

• Full Professor (Honorary) for the International Institute of Justice and Police Sciences (April 2023)
• International Journal of Cyber Criminology | Associate Managing Journal Editor (2018 – 2021)
• United World School of Law, India | Academic Advisory Council (2017 – 2021)
• Jury of Awards, Professor Stanley Yeldell New Researcher Excellence Award | South Asian Society of Criminology and Victimology (2016)
• National Institute of Justice | Peer Reviewer of Federal Grants for FY2015 (2016)
• US Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention | Peer Reviewer for Federal Grant Applications – Anti-Gang Strategies and Initiatives (2014 – Present)
• South Asian Society on Criminology and Victimology | Program Committee Member (2012, 2015)
• Cyber Crime and Digital Disorder (Authored the Foreword), Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (2011)
• Criminal Investigation (Lyman), PowerPoint Text Development, Pearson Publishing (2011)
• Criminal Justice (Fagin) 2011, PowerPoint Text Development, Pearson Publishing (2011)
• No Offence! – International Sexual Offender Group Moderator (2011)
• Policing Today, Line Art, Graphics Editor, Prentice Hall Publishing (2011)
• Juvenile Delinquency, Line Art, Graphics Editor, Prentice Hall Publishing (2011)
• Comparative Criminal Justice Book Review, Cengage Publishing
• Copyeditor – Private Security, Cengage Publishing (2^nd and 3^rd Edition) (2009 – 2010)
• National Criminal Justice Editor’s Group – NCJRS (2008 – Present)
• International Editorial Advisory Board | International Journal of Criminal Justice Sciences (http://www.ijcjs.co.nr/) (2007 – 2021)

Professional Associations

Middle Atlantic States Correctional Association (2017- Present)

Pennsylvania Association of Probation, Parole, and Corrections (2017 – Present)

American Jail Association (2015- Present)

International Association of Forensic Criminologists/ Academy of Behavioral Profiling (2014 – Present)

Alpha Phi Sigma (National Criminal Justice Honor Society) (2013 – Present)

Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (2006 – Present)                                                

American Corrections Association (2006 – Present)                                                                                                                                American Society of Criminology (2004 – Present)                                                                                                                                  

Honors

• Featured Author / Editor – IGI-Publishing – IGI Global (mailchi.mp)
• Recognition by Alpha Phi Sigma – National Criminal Justice Honor Society – announcing the publication of “Pursuing and Navigating a Career in Criminal Justice.” – March 10, 2022
• 2020 SSGS Faculty Mentorship Award (Nomination). American Military University, December 2020
• Warrior Academic Impact Award. East Stroudsburg University. April 2019
• Promotion – Rank Advancement from Assistant to Associate Professor – December 2018
• Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year Award, American Military University – June 2018
• Top Employee Curator Award, Social Influencer Program, American Military University – February 2018
• Warrior Academic Impact Award. East Stroudsburg University – April 30, 2017
• Faculty Spotlight. American Military University – 2017
• Educator of the Year. North Star Award presented at the June 2015 American Public University graduation in Charles Town, West Virginia.
• Nominee for the 2014 UPCEA Excellence in Teaching Award – American Public University – 2014
• Outstanding Faculty / Excellence in Teaching Award – American Public University – June 2013
• Program Committee Member – South Asian Conference on Criminology and Victimology – January 2013.
• Leadership Lehigh Valley – Class of 2013 * One of 30 selected to represent the entire Lehigh Valley region in the Leadership Lehigh Valley Class of 2013.
• Featured Community Safety Advocate – Lehigh Valley Style Magazine – September 2012 – Guard A Kid of the Lehigh Valley, LLC
• Program Committee Member – South Asian Conference on Criminology and Victimology – January 2011
• Doctorate Ambassador – Capella University
• Volunteer Evaluator – The Middle States Commission on Higher Education
• Alpha Phi Sigma – The National Criminal Justice Honor Society – 4.0 GPA Doctoral Student
• Criminal Justice Degree program ranked number 16 in the country -Community College Week’s “Top 100 Associate Degree Producers” (2007)                                http://www.ccweek.com/news/articlefiles/53-CCW061807-All-Pgs-FINAL.pdf
• Wadsworth’s National Career Education Criminal Justice Advisory Board Member – Thomson Publishing (2006)
• National Criminal Justice Advisory Board Member – Career Education Corporation (2006)
• Career Education Corporation’s Educator of the Year (nomination) (2006)
• Who’s Who Among Teachers in America (nomination) (2005 & 2006)
• VIP Award for “Excellence in the Classroom.” (2005)
• Alpha Beta Kappa National Honor Society (2005)
• Recipient of State Award for the creation of a “Prison Road Crew” Program in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (2000)
• Featured Guest on local Television show, “County Lines” (1999)
• Express-Times Newspaper Feature Article, “Faces in the Community”
• Several Commendations for Excellence in the Workforce (1996)
• Guest Lecturer to Various Middle Schools, High Schools, and Universities on “Life Behind Bars.”
• Recipient of Several “Perfect Attendance” Awards
• Above-Average Employee Performance Evaluations