Miliaikeala SJ. Heen (Criminal Justice) is one of the 2020 recipients of the Regents' Scholar Awards. The NSHE Board of Regents recognizes students for academic achievements, leadership ability, and service contributions. A doctoral student, Heen will receive a $5,000 stipend.

Heen's current research looks at reducing sexual assault and harassment in crowds (i.e., music concerts and festivals, night and day clubs, and sporting events), by examining personality factors and situational dynamics that facilitate and contribute to sexual violence. In addition, she examines public attitudes toward law enforcement's use of technology, the application of terror management concepts, cognitive persuasion models, and expert testimony manipulations within the context of jury decision-making. Learn more about Heen's research.