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It\u2019s important to her, too, that her hus- band and two daughters are proud of the way she uses the gifts God has given her.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trent\u2019s experience in law enforcement has proven invaluable in her academic role. Her specialized training as a hostage negotiator, death investigator, and defensive tactics instructor allows her to bring real-world insights into the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But her impact extends beyond the classroom. She\u2019s leading an inmate reentry study, collaborating with the Jack Brewer Foundation to examine the effectiveness of faith-based programs in reducing recidivism. This research provides valuable data and offers students hands-on experience in the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Trent\u2019s commitment to rehabilitation and justice isn\u2019t limited to domestic efforts. She\u2019s conducted training missions in Belize and Ecuador, working with prison systems and trafficking victims. These international experiences have deepened her understanding of global criminal justice issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI had the opportunities to work with former traffickers that have given their lives over to Christ and provided some unique insight into how victims are recruited and maintained,\u201d Trent explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite the challenges of transitioning careers, Trent finds her work at LU deeply rewarding. The impact she can have on students\u2019 lives moves her. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThere is no denying that the Lord is working on this campus and with the student body,\u201d Trent said. \u201cIt gives me so much joy to be involved in the lives of these young people.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As she continues to shape the next generation of criminal justice professionals, Trent remains guided by her faith and commitment to service. Her journey from law enforcement to academia is a powerful example of how one can seek justice, love mercy, and walk humbly in any field. GN<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" AT LIBERTY University\u2019s (LU) Helms School of Government, Amanda K. Trent\u2019s office buzzes with activity. Criminal justice students filter in and out, seeking guidance on internships, future employment, and volunteer opportunities. It\u2019s a far cry but a short step from the halls of the Roanoke City Sheriff\u2019s Office, where Trent spent 11 years, and the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":23025,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23020","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cover"],"yoast_head":"\n