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  • CGS Director Dr. Jose Atiles Recognized for Excellence in Leadership and Criminology

    Sep 4, 2026 11:30 am by Jasmine CarruthFeatured People

    Dr. Jose Atiles, CGS Director

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    Please join CGS as we congratulate new director Dr. Jose Atiles on his recent achievements and accolades across the university and his field:

    2026–2027 President’s Executive Leadership Program (PELP) Fellow: Dr. Atiles was selected for this competitive system-wide program designed to broaden executive leadership skills and deepen understanding of higher education governance across the University of Illinois System.

    Critical Criminologist of the Year Award: Named co-recipient of this prestigious award, presented on behalf of the membership of the American Society of Criminology’s Division on Critical Criminology & Social Justice in recognition of his distinguished contributions to research, scholarship, and service.

    CGS celebrates Dr. Atiles’ accomplishments in sociology and critical legal studies and looks forward to learning more about his experiences and insights as a PELP Fellow.