
Who is the provost?
John Zomchick is provost of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, the state’s flagship university. With a strong background as a professor of English and extensive administrative experience, he fosters academic excellence and advances research, scholarship, and creative work. His commitment to supporting faculty, staff, and students is evident in previous roles as vice provost for faculty affairs, interim provost, and senior vice chancellor. Recognized with prestigious awards for teaching and contributions to the field, Zomchick’s leadership makes a lasting impact on the university community.


