Program Leaders

Meet the leadership team driving CAPS' initiatives

CAPS Leadership

The CAPS initiative is led by principal investigators from The Ohio State University's John Glenn College of Public Affairs, bringing extensive research expertise to guide the consortium's mission.

Robin S. Engel, PhD

Robin S. Engel, PhD

Senior Research Scientist, CAPS Principal Investigator

Dr. Engel leads the CAPS initiative from The Ohio State University, bringing extensive research expertise in policing and public safety to guide the consortium's mission.

Jennifer Cherkauskas, PhD

Jennifer Cherkauskas, PhD

Research Scientist, CAPS Co-Principal Investigator

Dr. Cherkauskas serves as Co-Principal Investigator for CAPS at The Ohio State University, supporting research initiatives and program coordination.

Joseph Milek

Joseph Milek

Program Manager

Chief Milek (ret.) brings extensive leadership experience from the Pennsylvania State University Police Department to guide CAPS initiatives.