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Gregory Ator MD, FACS, FAMIA

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Associate Vice President of Research at University of Iowa
📍 Prairie Village, Kansas, United States

Kristina Wright is the Associate Vice President of Research at the University of Iowa, where she champions research in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. She holds a Ph. D. from Indiana University Bloomington and has developed several high-profile, university-wide initiatives to support faculty and students.

Outside of her academic career, Kristina is a mother of three who enjoys hosting her book club, finding joy in nature like watching crocuses and cardinals, and celebrating the achievements of young people, including her own children. She values the journey of motherhood and family life.

She secured a quarter-of-a-million-dollar award from the Office of the Provost for her “Writing for the Public Good” initiative.

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Experience
24 Years
Current Role
Associate Vice President of Research
Job Level
Senior
Location
Prairie Village, Kansas, United States
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Public Scholarship
Created the "Writing for the Public Good" initiative, helping faculty and graduate students share their research with a broader public audience.
Research Leadership
As AVP of Research, she oversees two major centers and actively supports, mentors, and amplifies the work of her colleagues at the University of Iowa.
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7-2022
Associate Vice President of Research
University of Iowa
7-2021 - 5-2022
Acting Department Executive Officer (DEO)
University of Iowa
8-2020 - 8-2022
Interim Director, The Division of Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Iowa
8-2016
Professor and V.O. and Elizabeth Kahl Figge Chair of Catholic Studies
University of Iowa
8-2013 - 5-2016
Director of Graduate Studies, Department of Religious Studies
University of Iowa
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Education
8-1994 - 5-2001
Ph.D.
Indiana University Bloomington
8-1992 - 5-1994
Master of Arts
Arizona State University
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