Rossitza B. Wooster has served as dean of the Graduate School at Portland State University (PSU) since January 2018. She oversees graduate admissions, academic services and student services. Wooster works closely with faculty and administration to improve the quality of graduate education at PSU. She is president of the Western Association of Graduate Schools and an active member of the Council of Graduate Schools. Previously, Wooster was professor of economics for 12 years at PSU. She holds a Ph.D. in international economics from University of Oregon, an M.S. in economics from University of Ohio and a B.A. in economics from St. Lawrence University.