Dr. Melanie Neuilly, Associate Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, has been honored as a Harry Frank Guggenheim Distinguished Scholar for 2024. Selected through a rigorous peer-reviewed competition, Dr. Neuilly’s work stood out for its exploration of the causes of lethal violence worldwide. This prestigious award recognizes her exceptional contributions to understanding and addressing some of the most pressing issues in the field, highlighting her dedication to advancing scholarship and promoting a safer and more just society.

Melanie-Angela Neuilly (Washington State University). At the Root of Lethal Violence: The French Death Investigation System and the Accuracy of Mortality Statistics in Violence Prevention.

Award winners are available here: The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation 2024 Distinguished Scholars