Biography

Bonnie Veysey served previously as a professor and former interim dean of the School of Criminal Justice. Since 1998, she has held many leadership roles at Rutgers-Newark, including Vice Chancellor for Planning and Implementation. Veysey has a PhD in Sociology and a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University at Albany. She also received her BA in Judaic Studies from the University of Albany. Veysey’s research has focused on behavioral health and justice issues, including mental health and substance abuse treatment in jails and prisons.