Derek Kreager

Dr. Derek Kreager is a Professor and Associate Head of the Department of Sociology and Criminology at Pennsylvania State University. He earned his PhD in Sociology at the University of Washington (UW) and was among the first students to ever complete a CSSS track. His research focuses on social networks, health, and criminal or delinquent behavior. 

Kreager spoke with CSSS about his path into research and what he’s finding exciting now. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. 

Read our full interview with Derek here.