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  • Faculty/Instructor Resources and Support

    August 20, 2025
    As we prepare for the arrival of new and returning Buckeyes, I want to welcome you back from what I hope was a relaxing summer in which you found time to recharge and reconnect with family and friends — and perhaps work in a trip or two. I also welcome our new faculty, graduate teaching associates and instructors who are joining us this fall. You have the privilege and responsibility for shaping ...

  • Strategic Enrollment Management interim leadership

    July 3, 2025
    Earlier this week, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill announced that James Orr will become its senior vice provost for undergraduate student success. As Ohio State’s vice provost for strategic enrollment management, James demonstrated an exceptional commitment to Ohio State’s students, and I congratulate him as he pursues his next exciting opportunity.To help us navigate this leaders...

  • Strategic Enrollment Management leadership transition

    July 1, 2025
    I write to share that Dr. James Orr, vice provost for strategic enrollment management, has accepted a new role as senior vice provost for undergraduate student success at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). His last day at Ohio State will be July 14.At UNC, James will connect the dots across the student experience, serving as the strategic leader for all undergraduate student n...

  • OAA leadership and organizational updates

    June 17, 2025
    Since becoming executive vice president and provost, I have been thoroughly impressed by the professionalism and deep commitment to academic excellence across the Office of Academic Affairs. Each day, our team demonstrates an unwavering commitment to supporting faculty, students and one another.This coming academic year, we will be embarking on a new university strategic plan under President Cart...

  • SB 1 implementation updates

    June 16, 2025
    The “Advance Ohio Higher Education Act” (Senate Bill 1) was signed by Governor Mike DeWine in March and goes into effect on June 27, though a number of provisions in the bill have delayed effective dates. I write to provide you with an update on where we are with implementation and to share some initial guidance in various areas.Implementing a new higher education law at an institution with the s...

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