Joseph A. Alutto

Welcome to the Office of Academic Affairs
at The Ohio State University

As Executive Vice President and Provost, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the web site of the Office of Academic Affairs at The Ohio State University.

Ohio State has long been defined by its teaching and learning opportunities, its culture of intellectual and creative contribution, its proudly diverse academic community, and its history of service to constituents around the globe. The primary responsibility of the Office of Academic Affairs is ensuring and encouraging the vitality of these academic values.

I invite you to explore our website to learn how this office supports and promotes the university's progress in academic programming, faculty development, and student academic affairs. I hope you will return often for updates on these activities.

Sincerely,
Joseph A. Alutto
Executive Vice President and Provost

Events

    2011 Faculty Reception

    During autumn quarter, University Libraries, the Faculty Club, and the Office of Academic Affairs will jointly sponsor an annual reception to recognize faculty members who have been promoted and/or tenured during the previous academic year.

    During the next few months, newly promoted and/or tenured faculty will receive an invitation to select a book to be book-plated with their name, acknowledged at the reception, and added to the University Libraries’ holdings.

    Please reserve Monday, November 7, 2011, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Faculty Club for this recognition celebration.

    OAA Dates and Deadlines

    New Faculty Orientation Registration Deadline
    August 26, 2011

    New Faculty Orientation
    September 13, 2011

    OAA deadline for material going to the Board of Trustees
    October 3, 2011
    January 10, 2012
    March 5, 2012
    May 22, 2012
    August 6, 2012
    October 1, 2012

Faculty Profile

University Distinguished Scholar Award

Mohammad Samimy

Mohammad Samimy
The Howard D. Winbigler Designated Professor
Department of Engineering

See all 2011 University Award winners