Welcome to the Office of the Provost/Academic Affairs and Research. This office is responsible for the development and enrichment of the total academic program. Our more than 12,000 students are engaged in a range of academic pursuits that include degree programs in 168 undergraduate and graduate fields in 10 different colleges. To assist students in their pursuits, our more than 450 faculty members bring outstanding credentials to their work and provide excellent learning opportunities through a combination of competency and caring.

With the assistance and dedication of our faculty and over 1000 staff members campus wide, the Office of the Provost/Academic Affairs and Research is committed to providing the highest quality education available.


Academic Affairs Mission
We provide leadership for POWERING MINDS to create productive citizens in a global environment.