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The moment you set foot on campus, you’ll find a university that thrives on excellence, innovation, and a rich tradition of leadership and service. Locally, nationally, and globally, Volunteers shape communities by giving back and leading the way.

As the chief academic officer of the university, the provost provides leadership and direction for all academic programs and initiatives. He works closely with university leadership to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the educational programs.


Driving UT’s Academic Mission

The Office of the Provost oversees a broad cross-section of academic and administrative units. In collaboration with the chancellor, the deans, and the vice provosts, the office is responsible for setting academic policies, overseeing admission and financial aid procedures, and recognizing and celebrating the accomplishments of our faculty.

Professor Lee Han explains the application of his research involving crowdsourced traffic and road condition data to graduate students Yangsong Gu and Diyi Liu in a lab in the John D. Tickle Engineering Building

Faculty Success

Our outstanding faculty are the backbone of UT’s success. Our office provides the support and resources they need to develop their full potential as academic leaders. With a focus on a collaborative, supportive environment, we offer professional and leadership development opportunities faculty can use at any point in their careers.

Academic Excellence

With a focus on achieving the highest standards of scholarly excellence across the university, the provost is the key driver of UT’s academic mission. From admissions and curriculum to budgeting and strategic planning, and from faculty recruitment and retention to research and assessment, the provost provides leadership for all academic processes.

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Provost Initiatives

The Office of the Provost, under the leadership of the provost and vice provosts, oversees several initiatives aimed at elevating the academic landscape of UT. Through these initiatives, the Office of the Provost is shaping the academic experience and cultivating an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.