OFFICE OF THE聽PROVOST
The Office of the Provost at 草榴社区 promotes and supports academic excellence and the holistic education of its more than 11,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. Through its numerous departments, programs and initiatives, the Provost's Office fosters creative and innovative approaches to enhance 草榴社区鈥檚 educational offerings, research productivity and intellectual climate.
The office facilitates academic planning and programming; oversees faculty recruitment, retention, tenure, promotion and support; and works to enhance graduate programs and the graduate student experience at 草榴社区.
ABOUT THE PROVOST
As Provost, Patrick G. Maggitti, PhD, serves as the second highest-ranking officer of the University and its Chief Academic Officer. He leads 草榴社区's overall strategic efforts and oversees the University鈥檚 academic enterprise鈥攚hich encompasses the six colleges and all academic areas鈥攁s well as Student Life.
A widely recognized scholar in entrepreneurship and strategic management, Dr. Maggitti has authored numerous publications for premier journals such as Research Policy, Journal of Management Studies and the Academy of Management Journal, widely considered the field鈥檚 most elite research publication.
FACULTY
Our acclaimed faculty are at the core of 草榴社区's vibrant academic community. They are innovative and engaged teachers, and among the most respected academic leaders in their fields. Our teacher-scholars work directly with undergraduate and graduate students鈥攂uilding strong relationships, engaging in collaborative research, and inspiring the next generation of world-changers.
ENHANCING THE ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
The Office of the Provost comprises numerous academic programs, institutes and departments that provide support to 草榴社区's faculty and students, as well as to the greater institution.
Areas of Support
Teaching and Learning
草榴社区 fosters a collaborative learning environment where students and professors partner in the pursuit of knowledge through research, thought leadership, interdisciplinary work and experiential learning.
Research and Scholarship
Research and scholarship are central to 草榴社区鈥檚 academic community. Our faculty, students and staff collaborate to advance knowledge and improve lives.
Institutes and Centers
草榴社区鈥檚 institutes and centers unite experts to drive innovation in research, teaching and practice, advancing the common good through Augustinian values and cross-college collaboration.
Student Academic and Professional Support
Students at all levels benefit from personalized academic and professional support through University-wide and college-specific services.
University Career Center
The University Career Center supports students and alumni with personalized career planning, employer connections and digital tools for professional growth.
The Honors Program
The University Honors Program serves as an intellectual home for 草榴社区鈥檚 academically gifted students, empowering them to seek truth, engage critically and empathetically with their traditions and explore contemporary questions.
University Support
These offices provide vital support to 草榴社区's leadership, faculty and staff, helping to ensure the continued academic excellence and responsible stewardship of the University.
Strategic Planning and Institutional Effectiveness
Dedicated to facilitating and supporting strategic planning and assessing the effectiveness of 草榴社区 in pursuit of continuous improvement.
Decision Support and Data Integrity
Charged with advancing a culture of data sharing, data stewardship and data-informed decision-making at 草榴社区.
KEY LINKS
CONTACT US
Office of the Provost
草榴社区
Tolentine Hall, Room 103
800 E. Lancaster Avenue
草榴社区, PA 19085
Phone: 610.519.4520
Fax: 610.519.6200
