Shelly O'Neal
Program Faculty
Forensic Psychology M.A.
Assistant Professor
Contact Information
Room Number: 521
Phone: (312) 410-8960
Email: so'neal@thechicagoschool.edu
Biographical Sketch
Dr. O’Neal-Benson joined the Forensic Psychology (M.A.) program faculty in 2004. She is an apprentice funeral director, an American Board of Forensic Science trainee affiliate, and a licensed child welfare employee. She holds a Ph.D. from Union Institute and University and is a member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists.
Education
- B.S. in Psychology/Biology, Illinois State University
- M.S., Spertus College
- Ph.D., Union Institute and University
Areas of Interest/Expertise
Presentations
- Comparative Case Analysis: Hedonist Serial Murders John Wayne Gacy and Theodore Bundy, 2004
- Forensic Science v. Forensic Psychology, 2003,
2004
Publications
- The Pathological and Demographic Predictors of Juvenile Recidivism, 2004
Q&A
Q: Please describe your teaching philosophy.
A: A creative learning style and environment.
Community Involvement
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Chi Omega
Omega Chapter, Executive Board Officer
Professional Memberships
- 100 Black Women of Funeral Service
- American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS):
www.aafs.org
- Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists
Inc.
