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The Office of the Provost oversees all academic programs and units and supports the academic mission of the University by ensuring the quality of academic programs, providing support activities that enhance teaching and learning, making services available that enable faculty and student involvement in education, research, and creative expression, and supporting research excellence with a focus on the land-grant mission.
Dr. Patricia A. Prelock is the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Arizona. As the chief academic officer, Provost Prelock oversees all colleges and academic programs; faculty affairs; student affairs; libraries; Arizona International; Online Initiative assessment, teaching and learning; enrollment management; and student support services.
The Office of the Provost has developed the Updates on the Federal Landscape page with information and key resources.
Information on faculty matters related to professional development, career advancement, and support which includes hiring, promotion, reviews, and leadership development for tenure-track, career-track, continuing status professionals, and academic administrators.
Details on activities that support academic success, boost retention and graduation rates through evidence-based programs and assessment, and prepare diverse students to lead and drive societal impact.
Information on curriculum, academic program reviews, academic policies, and teaching and assessment can be found in this page, along with other resources to ensure excellence in teaching.
Overview of current and past initiatives led by the Office of the Provost, which guides strategic imperatives and ensures institutional excellence in achieving University goals.
Find information on employment, financial and operational policies, forms, data and reporting, stipends, the Eminent Scholars program, and the Foundation.
