Dean Tabitha Grier-Reed
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Dean Tabitha Grier-Reed
Dr. Tabitha Grier-Reed joined UofL in August 2024 as the dean of the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD). She brings a wealth of experience from the University of Minnesota (UofM), Twin Cities, where she was the associate dean for graduate education and faculty development.
As a licensed psychologist and professor, Dean Grier-Reed has a rich background in higher education, focusing on student development and cultural health. Her work primarily explores the well-being of diverse young people and the creation of environments that support their growth and cultural well-being.
Dean Grier-Reed holds a bachelor of science in psychology from Tuskegee University and both a master of arts and a PhD in educational psychology from the UofM's Counseling and Student Personnel Psychology Program. As a recognized thought leader, she is a fellow of the American Psychological Association and has served as past president of the Minnesota Psychological Association.
Dean Grier-Reed has a strong track record in faculty advocacy and governance. She has been involved in several key committees, including the Senate Committee on Faculty Affairs, the Faculty Consultative Committee and the Faculty Senate at UofM. In the spring of 2021, she was honored with the President’s Award for Outstanding Service to Senate Governance, and that same year she co-chaired the University of Minnesota President’s Initiative for Student Mental Health, strategically aligning several other key initiatives such as the Provost’s Task Force for Disability and Instructional Accommodations.
As a graduate student, Dr. Grier-Reed spent several years as an adviser for TRiO Student Support Services (SSS), where she helped students navigate their educational journeys and supported their aspirations for graduate school through her work with the McNair Scholars Program. As a former TRiO SSS student and McNair scholar herself, this work was especially meaningful and impactful. Dr. Grier-Reed's ongoing dedication to culturally relevant practices and the well-being of students continues to inspire her work at UofL, where she is committed to fostering supportive and inclusive educational environments.