Krista Wilkinson

Distinguished Professor
Penn State University
Currently serving as President, and on the Executive, Governance, Troupe,
​and Knowledge Forum Committees

Krista Wilkinson is Distinguished Professor of Communication Sciences & Disorders at the Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Wilkinson has spent more than 30 years as a scholar in the area of supporting optimal communication for individuals with disabilities including, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, and intellectual/developmental disabilities. Dr. Wilkinson has led the CRDSS's For Good Troupe for over 10 years and has served on the Board as secretary (early 2010's), member at large (2020) and, most recently interim president.