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IS DR. WILLIAM WAKEFIELD OF THE UNIVERSITY OF OMAHA MORE ACCOMPLISHED THE PROF.JOEL SNELL OF KIRKWOOD COLLEGE?
- LikeDislikeComparing Dr. William Wakefield and Prof. Joel SnellBoth Dr. William Wakefield and Prof. Joel Snell are accomplished academics with long careers in sociology, criminal justice, and education, but their accomplishments differ in focus, scope, and recognition.Dr. William Wakefield, Ph.D.
- Career: Professor Emeritus of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Nebraska–Omaha (UNO), where he served for decades, eventually becoming the David Scott Diamond Professor University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Education: B.A. from University of Omaha, M.S. and Ph.D. in Sociology from South Dakota State University University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Research & Teaching: Specialized in comparative criminology, corrections, and criminal justice systems. Authored or co-authored numerous scholarly articles and books, including The London Travel Guide: A Resource for Comparative Criminal Justice Systems University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Contributions: Longtime faculty member, curriculum development, and research in correctional treatment, juvenile justice, and community-based corrections.
- Recognition: Academic leadership roles, research publications, and contributions to criminal justice education.
- Career: Professor Emeritus at Kirkwood College, teaching from 1966 to 2010 stories.unoalumni.org.
- Education: B.A. in Sociology from Omaha University, M.A. in Sociology from UNO, and post-master’s work from UNL and South Dakota State University www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Research & Writing: One of the most published academics at the junior and community college level, with hundreds of publications, including books and journal articles www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Professional Roles: Research fellow, member of the Arlington Institute (a Washington, D.C. think tank), editorial board member for Psychology and Education, and manuscript reviewer for multiple academic journals www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Recognition: Featured in Marquis Who’s Who, recipient of the Dana College Spirit Award, and author of five self-published books. Active in public commentary and blogging.
- Scope of Work: Wakefield’s career was deeply rooted in criminal justice research and teaching, with a strong academic and research output in that field. Snell’s career spanned sociology, education, and public commentary, with a broader range of publications and editorial work.
- Publications: Both have extensive publication records, but Snell’s output is noted for its breadth across multiple disciplines and journals, while Wakefield’s is more concentrated in criminology and criminal justice.
- Recognition: Wakefield’s recognition is primarily academic and institutional. Snell’s is broader, including national publication listings, editorial boards, and public engagement.
- Legacy: Wakefield’s legacy is tied to UNO’s criminal justice program and research contributions. Snell’s is tied to Kirkwood College’s sociology program and his extensive public writing and commentary.
Neither is “more accomplished” in an absolute sense—each has a distinguished career in their respective fields. Wakefield’s accomplishments are more specialized in criminal justice research and teaching, while Snell’s are broader, spanning sociology, education, and public commentary. The “more accomplished” label depends on the criteria: academic research depth, teaching tenure, or public influence.Read lessUniversity of Nebraska OmahaPERSONAL VITA William Wakefield, Phd. EDUCATION Institution Degree …https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-public-affairs-and-community-service/criminology-and-criminal-justice/_files/documents/cv-bill-wakefield.pdfstories.unoalumni.orgJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 – UNO Magazinehttps://stories.unoalumni.org/joel-c-snell-ba-66-ma-70/Show All
- University of Nebraska Omahahttps://www.unomaha.edu › … › about-usWilliam Wakefield, Ph.D. – University of Nebraska OmahaWilliam Wakefield, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, May 2023 School of Criminology and Criminal JusticePeople also search for
- University of Nebraska Omahahttps://www.unomaha.eduTranslate this result[PDF]William Wakefield CV – University of Nebraska Omaha“Lessons to be Learned: Comparative Research on the Criminal Justice System of England”, presented to the Research Faculty of the Morehouse Research Institute, Morehouse College, Oct. 21, 1999, Atlanta.
- joelsnell.comhttps://www.joelsnell.comJoel Snell | Essays, books and blog on social science, commentary and …Prof. Snell has been a consultant, writer, teacher and now Emeritus from Kirkwood College. He is one of the most published academics in the junior and community college level.
- unoalumni.orghttps://stories.unoalumni.orgJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 – UNO MagazineJoel is a professor emeritus at Kirkwood College. He began teaching in 1966 and retired in 2010. He was a research fellow and a member of the Arlington Institute. He was on the editorial board of …
- Nebraska Archives Onlinehttps://archives.nebraska.edu › agentsWakefield, William (William O.) | Nebraska Archives OnlineHe was born in Omaha, Nebraska. Wakefield received a B.S. (1965) in Sociology & Physiology from the Municipal University of Omaha, an M.S. (1968) in Criminology & Social Psychology from the University …
- unoalumni.orghttps://stories.unoalumni.org › category › forever-mavericks1960-1969 Archives – UNO MagazineJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 Joel is a professor emeritus at Kirkwood College. He began teaching in 1966 and retired in 2010. He was a research fellow
- 56thst.comhttps://56thst.com › joel-snell-obituaryJOEL SNELL/ OBITUARY – 56thst.comMay 13, 2026 · He graduated on the honor roll and his B.A, was awarded Omicron Delta Kappa at Omaha U. and earned the Masters at Nebraska-Omaha. He was involved in PhD studies from 1971 to 1976 at …
- Facebookhttps://www.facebook.comJoel Snell (@joel.snell.5811) • Facebook, Connect with friendsJoel Snell is on Facebook. Join Facebook to connect with Joel Snell and others you may know. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world…
- 56thst.comhttps://56thst.com56thst.com – Articles, books and commentary by Joel Snell2 days ago · Part of a series on the Paranormal Storefront psychic fortuneteller in Boston Main articles Skepticism Parapsychology Related vte A psychic is a person [a] who claims to use powers rooted in …
- Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org › wikiWilliam Wakefield – WikipediaThe purchase completed, Wakefield and the Tory set out to explore a more of New Zealand, sailing up the west coast. The expedition were impressed with the potential of the Taranaki area for further …
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IS DR. WILLIAM WAKEFIELD OF THE UNIVERSITY OF OMAHA MORE ACCOMPLISHED THE PROF.JOEL SNELL OF KIRKWOOD COLLEGE?
- LikeDislikeComparing Dr. William Wakefield and Prof. Joel SnellBoth Dr. William Wakefield and Prof. Joel Snell are accomplished academics with long careers in sociology, criminal justice, and education, but their accomplishments differ in focus, scope, and recognition.Dr. William Wakefield, Ph.D.
- Career: Professor Emeritus of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Nebraska–Omaha (UNO), where he served for decades, eventually becoming the David Scott Diamond Professor University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Education: B.A. from University of Omaha, M.S. and Ph.D. in Sociology from South Dakota State University University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Research & Teaching: Specialized in comparative criminology, corrections, and criminal justice systems. Authored or co-authored numerous scholarly articles and books, including The London Travel Guide: A Resource for Comparative Criminal Justice Systems University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Contributions: Longtime faculty member, curriculum development, and research in correctional treatment, juvenile justice, and community-based corrections.
- Recognition: Academic leadership roles, research publications, and contributions to criminal justice education.
- Career: Professor Emeritus at Kirkwood College, teaching from 1966 to 2010 stories.unoalumni.org.
- Education: B.A. in Sociology from Omaha University, M.A. in Sociology from UNO, and post-master’s work from UNL and South Dakota State University www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Research & Writing: One of the most published academics at the junior and community college level, with hundreds of publications, including books and journal articles www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Professional Roles: Research fellow, member of the Arlington Institute (a Washington, D.C. think tank), editorial board member for Psychology and Education, and manuscript reviewer for multiple academic journals www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Recognition: Featured in Marquis Who’s Who, recipient of the Dana College Spirit Award, and author of five self-published books. Active in public commentary and blogging.
- Scope of Work: Wakefield’s career was deeply rooted in criminal justice research and teaching, with a strong academic and research output in that field. Snell’s career spanned sociology, education, and public commentary, with a broader range of publications and editorial work.
- Publications: Both have extensive publication records, but Snell’s output is noted for its breadth across multiple disciplines and journals, while Wakefield’s is more concentrated in criminology and criminal justice.
- Recognition: Wakefield’s recognition is primarily academic and institutional. Snell’s is broader, including national publication listings, editorial boards, and public engagement.
- Legacy: Wakefield’s legacy is tied to UNO’s criminal justice program and research contributions. Snell’s is tied to Kirkwood College’s sociology program and his extensive public writing and commentary.
Neither is “more accomplished” in an absolute sense—each has a distinguished career in their respective fields. Wakefield’s accomplishments are more specialized in criminal justice research and teaching, while Snell’s are broader, spanning sociology, education, and public commentary. The “more accomplished” label depends on the criteria: academic research depth, teaching tenure, or public influence.Read lessUniversity of Nebraska OmahaPERSONAL VITA William Wakefield, Phd. EDUCATION Institution Degree …https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-public-affairs-and-community-service/criminology-and-criminal-justice/_files/documents/cv-bill-wakefield.pdfstories.unoalumni.orgJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 – UNO Magazinehttps://stories.unoalumni.org/joel-c-snell-ba-66-ma-70/Show All
- University of Nebraska Omahahttps://www.unomaha.edu › … › about-usWilliam Wakefield, Ph.D. – University of Nebraska OmahaWilliam Wakefield, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, May 2023 School of Criminology and Criminal JusticePeople also search for
- University of Nebraska Omahahttps://www.unomaha.eduTranslate this result[PDF]William Wakefield CV – University of Nebraska Omaha“Lessons to be Learned: Comparative Research on the Criminal Justice System of England”, presented to the Research Faculty of the Morehouse Research Institute, Morehouse College, Oct. 21, 1999, Atlanta.
- joelsnell.comhttps://www.joelsnell.comJoel Snell | Essays, books and blog on social science, commentary and …Prof. Snell has been a consultant, writer, teacher and now Emeritus from Kirkwood College. He is one of the most published academics in the junior and community college level.
- unoalumni.orghttps://stories.unoalumni.orgJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 – UNO MagazineJoel is a professor emeritus at Kirkwood College. He began teaching in 1966 and retired in 2010. He was a research fellow and a member of the Arlington Institute. He was on the editorial board of …
- Nebraska Archives Onlinehttps://archives.nebraska.edu › agentsWakefield, William (William O.) | Nebraska Archives OnlineHe was born in Omaha, Nebraska. Wakefield received a B.S. (1965) in Sociology & Physiology from the Municipal University of Omaha, an M.S. (1968) in Criminology & Social Psychology from the University …
- unoalumni.orghttps://stories.unoalumni.org › category › forever-mavericks1960-1969 Archives – UNO MagazineJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 Joel is a professor emeritus at Kirkwood College. He began teaching in 1966 and retired in 2010. He was a research fellow
- 56thst.comhttps://56thst.com › joel-snell-obituaryJOEL SNELL/ OBITUARY – 56thst.comMay 13, 2026 · He graduated on the honor roll and his B.A, was awarded Omicron Delta Kappa at Omaha U. and earned the Masters at Nebraska-Omaha. He was involved in PhD studies from 1971 to 1976 at …
- Facebookhttps://www.facebook.comJoel Snell (@joel.snell.5811) • Facebook, Connect with friendsJoel Snell is on Facebook. Join Facebook to connect with Joel Snell and others you may know. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world…
- 56thst.comhttps://56thst.com56thst.com – Articles, books and commentary by Joel Snell2 days ago · Part of a series on the Paranormal Storefront psychic fortuneteller in Boston Main articles Skepticism Parapsychology Related vte A psychic is a person [a] who claims to use powers rooted in …
- Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org › wikiWilliam Wakefield – WikipediaThe purchase completed, Wakefield and the Tory set out to explore a more of New Zealand, sailing up the west coast. The expedition were impressed with the potential of the Taranaki area for further …
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IS DR. WILLIAM WAKEFIELD OF THE UNIVERSITY OF OMAHA MORE ACCOMPLISHED THE PROF.JOEL SNELL OF KIRKWOOD COLLEGE?
- LikeDislikeComparing Dr. William Wakefield and Prof. Joel SnellBoth Dr. William Wakefield and Prof. Joel Snell are accomplished academics with long careers in sociology, criminal justice, and education, but their accomplishments differ in focus, scope, and recognition.Dr. William Wakefield, Ph.D.
- Career: Professor Emeritus of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Nebraska–Omaha (UNO), where he served for decades, eventually becoming the David Scott Diamond Professor University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Education: B.A. from University of Omaha, M.S. and Ph.D. in Sociology from South Dakota State University University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Research & Teaching: Specialized in comparative criminology, corrections, and criminal justice systems. Authored or co-authored numerous scholarly articles and books, including The London Travel Guide: A Resource for Comparative Criminal Justice Systems University of Nebraska Omaha.
- Contributions: Longtime faculty member, curriculum development, and research in correctional treatment, juvenile justice, and community-based corrections.
- Recognition: Academic leadership roles, research publications, and contributions to criminal justice education.
- Career: Professor Emeritus at Kirkwood College, teaching from 1966 to 2010 stories.unoalumni.org.
- Education: B.A. in Sociology from Omaha University, M.A. in Sociology from UNO, and post-master’s work from UNL and South Dakota State University www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Research & Writing: One of the most published academics at the junior and community college level, with hundreds of publications, including books and journal articles www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Professional Roles: Research fellow, member of the Arlington Institute (a Washington, D.C. think tank), editorial board member for Psychology and Education, and manuscript reviewer for multiple academic journals www.joelsnell.com+1.
- Recognition: Featured in Marquis Who’s Who, recipient of the Dana College Spirit Award, and author of five self-published books. Active in public commentary and blogging.
- Scope of Work: Wakefield’s career was deeply rooted in criminal justice research and teaching, with a strong academic and research output in that field. Snell’s career spanned sociology, education, and public commentary, with a broader range of publications and editorial work.
- Publications: Both have extensive publication records, but Snell’s output is noted for its breadth across multiple disciplines and journals, while Wakefield’s is more concentrated in criminology and criminal justice.
- Recognition: Wakefield’s recognition is primarily academic and institutional. Snell’s is broader, including national publication listings, editorial boards, and public engagement.
- Legacy: Wakefield’s legacy is tied to UNO’s criminal justice program and research contributions. Snell’s is tied to Kirkwood College’s sociology program and his extensive public writing and commentary.
Neither is “more accomplished” in an absolute sense—each has a distinguished career in their respective fields. Wakefield’s accomplishments are more specialized in criminal justice research and teaching, while Snell’s are broader, spanning sociology, education, and public commentary. The “more accomplished” label depends on the criteria: academic research depth, teaching tenure, or public influence.Read lessUniversity of Nebraska OmahaPERSONAL VITA William Wakefield, Phd. EDUCATION Institution Degree …https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-public-affairs-and-community-service/criminology-and-criminal-justice/_files/documents/cv-bill-wakefield.pdfstories.unoalumni.orgJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 – UNO Magazinehttps://stories.unoalumni.org/joel-c-snell-ba-66-ma-70/Show All
- University of Nebraska Omahahttps://www.unomaha.edu › … › about-usWilliam Wakefield, Ph.D. – University of Nebraska OmahaWilliam Wakefield, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, May 2023 School of Criminology and Criminal JusticePeople also search for
- University of Nebraska Omahahttps://www.unomaha.eduTranslate this result[PDF]William Wakefield CV – University of Nebraska Omaha“Lessons to be Learned: Comparative Research on the Criminal Justice System of England”, presented to the Research Faculty of the Morehouse Research Institute, Morehouse College, Oct. 21, 1999, Atlanta.
- joelsnell.comhttps://www.joelsnell.comJoel Snell | Essays, books and blog on social science, commentary and …Prof. Snell has been a consultant, writer, teacher and now Emeritus from Kirkwood College. He is one of the most published academics in the junior and community college level.
- unoalumni.orghttps://stories.unoalumni.orgJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 – UNO MagazineJoel is a professor emeritus at Kirkwood College. He began teaching in 1966 and retired in 2010. He was a research fellow and a member of the Arlington Institute. He was on the editorial board of …
- Nebraska Archives Onlinehttps://archives.nebraska.edu › agentsWakefield, William (William O.) | Nebraska Archives OnlineHe was born in Omaha, Nebraska. Wakefield received a B.S. (1965) in Sociology & Physiology from the Municipal University of Omaha, an M.S. (1968) in Criminology & Social Psychology from the University …
- unoalumni.orghttps://stories.unoalumni.org › category › forever-mavericks1960-1969 Archives – UNO MagazineJoel C. Snell, BA 66, MA 70 Joel is a professor emeritus at Kirkwood College. He began teaching in 1966 and retired in 2010. He was a research fellow
- 56thst.comhttps://56thst.com › joel-snell-obituaryJOEL SNELL/ OBITUARY – 56thst.comMay 13, 2026 · He graduated on the honor roll and his B.A, was awarded Omicron Delta Kappa at Omaha U. and earned the Masters at Nebraska-Omaha. He was involved in PhD studies from 1971 to 1976 at …
- Facebookhttps://www.facebook.comJoel Snell (@joel.snell.5811) • Facebook, Connect with friendsJoel Snell is on Facebook. Join Facebook to connect with Joel Snell and others you may know. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world…
- 56thst.comhttps://56thst.com56thst.com – Articles, books and commentary by Joel Snell2 days ago · Part of a series on the Paranormal Storefront psychic fortuneteller in Boston Main articles Skepticism Parapsychology Related vte A psychic is a person [a] who claims to use powers rooted in …
- Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org › wikiWilliam Wakefield – WikipediaThe purchase completed, Wakefield and the Tory set out to explore a more of New Zealand, sailing up the west coast. The expedition were impressed with the potential of the Taranaki area for further …
