Monica Torres Chancellor of NMSU System Community Colleges | nmsu.edu
Monica Torres Chancellor of NMSU System Community Colleges | nmsu.edu
Carlos Posadas, a professor of criminal justice and assistant department head at New Mexico State University (NMSU), has dedicated nearly two decades to the Department of Criminal Justice. Originally from El Paso, Posadas pursued his undergraduate studies at NMSU before advancing to graduate studies at Arizona State University.
Beyond his academic responsibilities, Posadas holds various roles within the university. He chairs the Faculty Affairs Committee for the College of Arts & Sciences and is an active member of NMSU's Institutional Review Board, Hispanic Faculty and Staff Caucus, and Employee Council. Additionally, he contributes as a mentor in Jardin de los Niños’ Flourishing Families Parent Mentoring Program.
"I love serving students and my colleagues," said Posadas. "I have done and continue to do a lot of service work within and outside of NMSU. The work that I am most proud of is the work I have done with students in the Department of Criminal Justice. It is quite the privilege to play a small part in their journey to fulfill their academic goals."
Posadas' commitment to education has been recognized through several accolades, including the Donald C. Roush Award for Teaching Excellence in 2010, recognition as a Star Teacher by the Teaching Academy in 2017, and a Senior Faculty Outstanding Service Award from the Hispanic Faculty and Staff Caucus. In 2022, he was promoted to full professor.
"Within my department, I get to interact with my colleagues through various opportunities including as a peer, as a mentor, as a co-author on research projects and as a cheerleader for the great things they are doing for our students and community," stated Posadas.
His latest publication is “Juveniles in Contemporary Society: Understanding Juvenile Justice and Delinquency,” co-authored with Saundra Trujillo and emeritus professor Tom Winfree.
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