Julie Torkelson

Julie Torkelson has served as Interim Chief Analytics Officer and Senior Director of the Office of Institutional Data, Effectiveness, and Analytics (IDEA) at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) since March 2026. She brings more than 20 years of experience in higher education, combining institutional analytics, technology, and strategic reporting to advance data-informed decision-making.

At UCCS, Julie leads institutional data and analytics initiatives that support strategic planning, institutional reporting and effectiveness, resource allocation, and student success. She is committed to strengthening the university’s data capabilities, promoting data quality and governance, and translating complex information into actionable insights that inform institutional priorities.

Prior to joining UCCS in 2023, Julie spent more than 17 years at DePaul University, where she developed reporting solutions, interactive dashboards, and technology initiatives serving academic leadership and the Board of Trustees. Her work helped inform institutional planning and resource allocation by translating complex data into clear, meaningful, and actionable insights.

Julie holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Indiana University and master's degrees in computer graphics and animation and journalism from DePaul University. Her interdisciplinary background combines analytical rigor, technological innovation, and strategic perspective to advance institutional effectiveness and support informed decision-making in higher education.