Mkay Bonner

When Mkay Bonner, Ph.D., began her interdisciplinary education, the study of psychology merged with criminal justice was much less common. Today, her specialty is more widely recognized as a division within forensic psychology. As a pioneer in her practice, Bonner values the importance of encouraging students to combine their interests across multiple areas of study.

“It is really important to me to do my work accurately and professionally, to give 110%. Cutting corners or halfhearted efforts are not an option,” Bonner said. “Theories and book knowledge are not sufficient. My passion is applying my knowledge and expertise in the real world where it can make a difference in people’s lives.”

For nearly 25 years, Bonner worked as a public safety psychologist for several police, sheriff and fire departments in the region. She made waves in her community through extensively working with and training law enforcement and public safety personnel throughout Louisiana, the United States and Canada.