About

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

Academic Affairs

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.

Provost Units

Faculty Affairs

Under the leadership of Dr. Angela Wiley, 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.

Provost Units

Budget and HR

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.

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Institutional Effectiveness

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.

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Academic Operations, Facilities & Initiatives

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.

Provost Units

University Outreach

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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Latest Stories
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Impact
Auburn partners working toward affordable, storm-resistant housing in Selma

University Outreach and the College of Architecture, Design and Construction are helping the City of Selma develop a holistic housing strategy to revitalize neighborhoods and recover from the impact of the 2023 tornado.

Award Winners
Academics
2026 Provost Academic Advising Awards spotlight advising excellence

The Office of the Provost announces the recipients of the 2026 Provost Advising Awards, which recognize outstanding contributions to academic and professional advising across the university.

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Academics
Department of Clinical Sciences earns Excellence in Education Award

The Department of Clinical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine has been named the newest recipient of the Departmental Award for Excellence in Education by the Teaching Effectiveness Committee.

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Academics
Rooted in purpose, ready for what’s next: Auburn celebrates Fall 2025 graduates

Cheers and applause filled Neville Arena on Saturday, Dec. 13, as Auburn celebrated its Fall 2025 graduating class during the university’s three commencement ceremonies that honored nearly 2,000 graduates and the families who supported them along the way.

Events
May 1 - May 4
Spring Commencement
Neville Arena

Tickets Required - View Ceremony Schedule

Jan. 27
Annual Provost Academic Advising Awards Ceremony

Invitation Only - View Award Recipients