Stuti Kokkalera has been recognized for her work with students by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). The Sam Houston State University (SHSU) College of Criminal Justice assistant professor has received the 2024 ACJS Outstanding Mentor Award.
The ACJS Outstanding Mentor Award recognizes educators who have made a significant contribution to the professional development of criminal justice graduate and doctoral students and junior faculty members. To be considered, nomination letters are submitted on behalf of the faculty member.
Kokkalera was nominated by Dragana Derlic, program coordinator of criminal justice and criminology at Kentucky Wesleyan College. The two met through a professional mentorship program and have been collaborating on various projects over the past years.
The duo celebrated Kokkalera’s award at this year’s ACJS annual meeting in Chicago.
While Kokkalera is grateful for the award, she looks forward to helping others receive accolades.
For more information about the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences, visit their website. For more information about Kokkalera, visit her faculty bio page on the SHSU College of Criminal Justice’s website.
