The OAA Fiscal Services team handles purchases and other transactions for OAA and its reporting units, and also acts as a liaison to the Procurement Shared Services Center (PSSC).

The HR Service Center provides customer service related to HR, payroll and new hire transactions along with guidance on university HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and data integrity.

The Office of Academic Affairs Information Technology unit provides top-notch service and capabilities to affiliated units. From software development and database maintenance to web hosting and networking, OAA IT ensures that all facets of the academic mission operate with efficiency, effectiveness, and security.

The communications staff in Academic Affairs is responsible for communication from the provost’s office and leadership team to the university community, and for the office’s associated website. In addition, we assist with strategic communications about events that originate with Academic Affairs, such as faculty orientations and leadership retreats, and for units that fall under its umbrella, such as the University Institute for Teaching and Learning and the Emeritus Academy.