Correctional Management Institute of Texas
Training the Corrections Field . . .
Research Division
The Research Division of CMIT engages in program evaluation and related research in cooperation with local and state correctional agencies and organizations. The goals of the division are to:
- Conduct research that advances evidence based practices in corrections and related areas;
- Engage in program evaluation of existing programs at the local, regional and national level to inform policies and practices;
- Disseminate research knowledge through professional publication, public presentations and information sharing networks to aid in development of effective policy;
- Act as a liaison between CJ faculty, CJ graduate students, and the research units of CJ agencies in Texas;
- Provide educational programs to the CJ student body on corrections issues by hosting guest speakers, organizing seminars with corrections officials, and arranging tours of correctional facilities;
Ongoing Projects
Evaluation of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Prisoner Re-entry Initiative
Investigators: Gaylene S. Armstrong, Ph.D., Todd A. Armstrong, Ph.D.
Evaluation of the Maricopa County, AZ Jail Based Positive Re-entry Initiative for Sex Offenders
Investigators: Gaylene S. Armstrong, Ph.D.
The Influence of Collective Bargaining Agreements on Administrators’ Response to Staff Sexual Misconduct
Investigators: Gaylene S. Armstrong, Ph.D., Dennis Longmire, Ph.D., Doug Dretke
Evaluation of the Jefferson County Juvenile Probation Department Ben’s Kids Program
Investigators: Gaylene S. Armstrong, Ph.D., Bitna Kim