Darren Dutto, Ph.D., Named Dean of STMHS at Eastern Oregon University

Darren Dutto, Ph.D., Named Dean of STMHS at Eastern Oregon University

LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has named Darren Dutto, Ph.D, as the new Dean of the College of Science, Technology, Mathematics, and Health Sciences (STMHS), effective Dec. 2, 2024. Dutto brings many years of experience as a professor and researcher in exercise sciences and educational leadership to his new role at EOU.

Dutto has served as the Interim Dean of the College of STMHS since December 2023 and has been an active part of the EOU faculty since joining EOU in 2004. Throughout his tenure, he has been instrumental in developing innovative curricula and fostering a collaborative learning environment that connects classroom learning with real-world experiences. Dutto also coached the La Grande High School Swim Team for many years. 

“I am deeply honored to serve as the Dean of the College of Science, Technology, Mathematics, and Health Sciences at Eastern Oregon University,” Dutto said. “This college is filled with incredible faculty, staff, and students. I look forward to working together with members of the college to shape the future of STMHS and advance our mission to serve our students and communities.”

Dutto holds a doctorate in Human Performance with an emphasis on biomechanics and exercise physiology from Oregon State University, where he researched biomechanical changes during endurance running. He also earned a Master of Basic Science in Exercise Science (Biomechanics) from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, and a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education with a focus on biomechanics from the University of California, Davis​. His research has spanned many aspects of movement including swimming performance, running fatigue, equine locomotion mechanics, and kinematics of piano performance.

Dutto has been an active member of the EOU and La Grande communities for over 20 years. In addition to his coaching experience, he has played trombone for the Grande Ronde Symphony and Community Band Northeast. He currently serves on the City of La Grande’s Parks and Recreation Commission. 

“Dr. Dutto’s extensive experience, deep commitment to student success, and innovative leadership make him the ideal choice to lead the College of Science, Technology, Mathematics, and Health Sciences,” Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Peter Geissinger said. “I am confident that the college will continue to thrive under his guidance, helping to prepare our students to succeed.”
For more information about the College of STMHS please visit https://www.eou.edu/cstmhs/.