Kris Winter

Kris Winter joined the University of Oregon in 2016 and has served in several roles including associate vice president for Student Life and dean of students. Winter was appointed interim vice president for Student Life on July 16, 2022. During her time at the UO, Winter has led countless efforts and programs to support the success, health, and well-being of students at the university. Winter earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Oregon, a master’s degree from Oregon State University, and her EdD in Educational Leadership from Portland State University. Her thesis topic focused on the impacts of non-cognitive variables on the college admissions process for underrepresented, academically at-risk student populations.