Kerri Rittschof, PhD, is the Director Data Science and Analytics, at ASU Libraries. She plans, directs, organizes, and executes the entire operations of the data science and analytics department to ensure ongoing efficient and effective delivery of services; develop and communicate programs pertaining to and engaging university community on issues and topics in data science; and identify, acquire, and execute necessary resources and coordinates efforts to ensure timely delivery of project outcomes. Her mission is to connect students, faculty, and staff to learn about data science through various opportunities, such as attending open labs and workshops; and through mentorship and collaborative research opportunities.
Additionally, Kerri currently is the ASU PM Network President-Elect (2024). The purpose of the ASU PM Network is to facilitate networking, communicating, information exchanging, and training for those practicing or interested in learning more about project management as a discipline.
Kerri holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Master in Psychology, a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, a Master Certificate in Program Evaluation, and a Master Certificate in Substance Use and Addiction. Prior to joining ASU over six years ago, she has over 19 years of child welfare experience beginning her career with the Department of Child Safety. She then led a team of ASU researchers to evaluate evidence-based programs and collaborate with child welfare agencies to improve youth and family outcomes. Further, she is Adjunct Faculty at Grand Canyon University, with the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.