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The Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Auburn University serves as the chief academic officer and leads the university’s academic and outreach units. Supporting Auburn’s land-grant mission, the Provost’s Office is committed to advancing initiatives designed to increase student retention and graduation, promote active and engaged learning, and support faculty and student success. To implement the goals outlined in the Strategic Plan, the Provost’s Office works directly with campus partners to advance the university’s mission and support its reputation for excellence.

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Provost Units

Under the leadership of Dr. Chase Bringardner, the Office of Academic Affairs champions academic excellence and innovation across Auburn University. Working collaboratively with colleges and support units, the office advances high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs that prepare students for lifelong success. Through academic policies, curriculum development, and the advancement of innovative teaching initiatives, Academic Affairs strengthens Auburn’s mission to deliver transformative learning experiences.

Under the leadership of Dr. Norman Godwin, the Office of Faculty Affairs advances Auburn’s commitment to faculty excellence by supporting recruitment, development, and career success. The office oversees faculty policies and processes related to hiring, promotion, and professional growth while fostering an environment where teaching, research, and service thrive. Through initiatives emphasizing mentorship, leadership, and scholarly advancement, Faculty Affairs empowers Auburn’s faculty to achieve excellence in every dimension of their work.

The Office of Budget and Human Resources, directed by Amanda Malone, manages fiscal operations for the Office of the Provost, including budget development and financial oversight for academic colleges, programs, and related units.

Under the leadership of Dr. Angela Wiley, the Office of Institutional Effectiveness upholds Auburn University’s standards of quality and accountability through continuous improvement, assessment, and accreditation. In addition to overseeing accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, the office’s units—Academic Insight, Institutional Research, and Information Technology—ensure compliance, document student achievement, and guide university-wide planning efforts that strengthen academic and research outcomes.

Under the leadership of Julie Huff, the Office of Academic Operations, Facilities, and Initiatives manages academic space operations and supports strategic communications and marketing for more than 20 academic units and programs. The office also coordinates major academic initiatives and events—such as faculty and staff recognition programs and commencement ceremonies—while working closely with campus partners to advance Auburn’s mission.

Overseen by Dr. Royrickers Cook, University Outreach extends Auburn’s impact beyond campus through programs such as the Center for Educational Outreach and Engagement, the Government and Economic Development Institute, the Office of Professional and Continuing Education, the Encyclopedia of Alabama, the Office of Public Service, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, and the Office of Faculty Engagement and Outreach Global—connecting research, teaching, and service to communities across Alabama and beyond.
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Campus Experience
Major impact

Of the more than 130 programs offered through Auburn Abroad, three — Joseph S. Bruno Auburn Abroad in Italy, Business minor in Milan, Italy and Tropical Conservation and Sustainable Development in Costa Rica — also allow students to earn a complete minor in only seven or 13 weeks.

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Academics
Registration for Core Curriculum listening sessions now open

As part of the university’s Core Curriculum Review, the Steering Committee will host a series of listening sessions with members of the campus community regarding their current engagement with the core.

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Academics
Application now open for 2026-27 Professional Improvement Leave

The Office of the Provost is now accepting proposals for sabbatical opportunities beginning fall semester 2026.

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Academics
Recipients of the 2025 Faculty Awards announced

Auburn University has announced the recipients of its 2025 Faculty Awards, honoring exceptional achievements in teaching, research, leadership and service.

Events
11.18
Faculty Awards

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12.13
Fall Commencement
Neville Arena

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