Center for Cyber Security and Intelligence Studies, University of Detroit, Mercy

Assistant Professor of criminal justice studies, Charles Wilson holds a BS in criminal justice from Wayne State University, an MS in administration from Central Michigan University, and a JD from Wayne State University Law School. Professor Wilson has over 28 years of public safety experience, which included tenures as both the City of Detroit's chief of police and executive fire commissioner. His police specialties include combating gang crime, narcotic enforcement, surveillance and intelligence tactics, and investigative techniques. Additionally, he served over 35 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve as a commissioned officer where he achieved and retired at the rank of Major General. His combined law enforcement and military careers have provided him with a unique blend of professional experience, expert knowledge and extensive leadership skills in the areas of police administration and military affairs.