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