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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
The Howard D. Winbigler Designated Professor
Department of Engineering