Kevin Thompson

Kevin Thompson is Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at North Dakota State University. He holds a PhD from the University of Arizona and has researched behavioral pathology since 1989. His work examines developmental criminology with focus on substance abuse trajectories and intervention program effectiveness.

Research investigates recidivism reduction through specialized courts, college drinking prevention, and gang-related violence mitigation. Longitudinal studies track criminal behavior in student populations, informing campus safety protocols.

He serves on advisory boards addressing drug policy and gang violence, translating research into community safety initiatives. His methodological approaches combine quantitative criminology with clinical assessment frameworks.