Joseph Karagoz

Assistant Professor
Sociology, Anthropology, Criminology and Social Work

Dr. Karagoz earned his MA in Criminal Justice and his PhD in Public Administration from Pennsylvania State University. Before beginning his graduate studies, Dr. Karagoz served as a lieutenant in the Istanbul Police Department's Organized Crimes unit in Türkiye. His professional law enforcement experience informs his teaching and research on policing, organized crime, terrorism, and social networks.

Research Interests

Policing
Organized Crime
Terrorism
Social Networks

Teaching Interests

Criminology
Policing
Organized Crimes
Terrorism
Cybercrimes