Preeti Chauhan
About Preeti Chauhan
Preeti Chauhan serves as the Vice President of the Justice Policy Center at the Urban Institute and is an Associate Professor at John Jay College (CUNY). She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Virginia and has extensive experience in academia and clinical settings.
Work at Urban Institute
Preeti Chauhan serves as the Vice President of the Justice Policy Center at the Urban Institute, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on advancing research and policy initiatives related to justice and equity. The Urban Institute is a prominent research organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to providing data-driven insights to improve social and economic conditions. Chauhan's leadership contributes to the organization's mission of informing policy decisions through rigorous analysis.
Current Role at John Jay College
Preeti Chauhan has been an Associate Professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, part of the City University of New York (CUNY), since 2016. In this capacity, she engages in teaching and mentoring students in the field of psychology. Her academic contributions enhance the educational experience at John Jay College, which is known for its focus on criminal justice and public service.
Education and Expertise
Preeti Chauhan earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Clinical Psychology from the University of Virginia, where she studied from 2002 to 2009. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from the University of Florida, completing her studies from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in psychology and justice policy.
Professional Experience
Before her current roles, Preeti Chauhan worked as a Clinical Psychology Intern at New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center from 2008 to 2009. She also served as the Director of the Data Collaborative for Justice from 2013 to 2020, where she led initiatives focused on data collection and analysis related to justice issues. Additionally, she worked as an Assistant Professor at John Jay College from 2009 to 2016, contributing to the academic community during that time.