Director of Criminal Justice
Office Location: Dunham Hall,
Room 222
Telephone: 630-844-4930
Fax: 630-844-7830
E-mail Address: ddial@aurora.edu
David Dial assumed the role as Director of the Criminal Justice program at AU in August 2012 after a 45 year career in law enforcement. Mr. Dial began his career as a beat officer in California and retired after serving 22 years as the Chief of Police of Naperville, Illinois. Mr. Dial’s tenure highlighted the importance of technology and adaptability in law enforcement as he witnessed the rise of issues such as cyber-crime, the threat of terrorism, and increased drug usage. His goal at AU is to develop students into criminal justice practitioners who are exceptionally qualified to meet these and future challenges.
Education
BA San Jose State College
MPA University of Colorado
MA Homeland Security and Defense United States Naval Postgraduate
School
Senior Management Institute for Police sponsored by the Police
Executive Research Forum
Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy
Areas of Specialization
Leadership
Law enforcement management
Community oriented policing
Intelligence-led policing
Efficient and fiscally responsibly policing
Courses Taught
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Homeland Security
Policing America
Terrorism
Professional Associations
Police Executive Research Forum
International Association of Chiefs of Police, Community Policing
Committee Member
Police Futurists International, President 2010-2011
DuPage County Police Chief’s Association, President 2006
DuPage County Homeland Security Committee, Chairman 2007-2009
DuPage Metropolitan Enforcement Group Chairman 2003-2006
