Cragmor Hall 110F
Biographical Information
Dr. Hillary Fouts serves as Dean of the Graduate School at UCCS, where she is committed to advancing graduate education and creating an environment in which graduate students can thrive as scholars, professionals, and members of the university community. Appointed Dean in January 2024, she works with students, faculty, and graduate programs across campus to strengthen graduate student success, support high-quality academic programs, and expand opportunities for research, professional development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Fouts also serves as Vice Provost and Associate Vice Chancellor for Research and Chief Research Officer, as well as Research Integrity Officer and Technology Transfer Officer, and is Professor of Psychology. Her combined leadership of graduate education and research reflects her commitment to connecting graduate students with the mentorship, resources, and opportunities that help them pursue their academic and professional goals.
An interdisciplinary scholar whose work spans developmental psychology, anthropology, and public health, Dr. Fouts brings more than two decades of experience in research and graduate education. She has led or co-led close to $3.5 million in federal- and foundation-funded projects and mentored close to 60 graduate students. Her previous roles at the National Institutes of Health, the University of Tennessee, and Western Oregon University inform a collaborative approach to leadership centered on supporting students and faculty and strengthening academic and research communities. As Dean, she is particularly passionate about ensuring that graduate students across disciplines feel supported, connected, and empowered to make the most of their graduate experience at UCCS.