Kimberly Kras

Kimberly Kras is an Associate Professor in the School of Public Affairs at San Diego State University (SDSU), part of the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts. She teaches in Criminal Justice and Public Administration programs. Her research focuses on reentry experiences of formerly incarcerated individuals, desistance processes, and evidence-based practices in community corrections. Dr. Kras collaborates with organizations to study employment support and reintegration challenges faced by system-impacted populations, including those convicted of sexual offenses.

Education: Ph.D. in Criminology and Criminal Justice from University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL), Master's in Criminal Justice from University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), and B.A. in Psychology from UMKC.

Research highlights include analyzing systemic barriers during reentry, community supervision policies, and the role of social support in reducing recidivism. Her work bridges academic scholarship with practice through co-editing Perspectives (APPA journal) and serving as Associate Editor of Victims & Offenders. She actively participates in initiatives like the Global Community Corrections Initiative and the Center for Advancing Correctional Excellence.

Recent publications emphasize veterans treatment courts, pandemic impacts on corrections, and sex offender management. Dr. Kras volunteers with San Diego Circles of Support and Accountability (COSA), aiding individuals reentering society after long incarceration periods. She also contributes to policy discussions through editorial roles and national affiliations.