As The Ohio State University continues to focus on our academic excellence strategy, I am pleased to share that Ayanna Howard, dean of the College of Engineering, has been reappointed to a five-year term, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031, pe
As The Ohio State University continues to focus on our academic excellence strategy, I am pleased to share that Carroll Ann Trotman, dean of the College of Dentistry, has been reappointed to a five-year term, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031
I am pleased to share that we have launched a national search for the next vice provost for strategic enrollment management, following the recent departure of James Orr.
A search advisory committee is being co-chaired by Trevor Brown, senior vice provost for academic affairs and dean of the John Glenn College of Public Affairs, and Melissa Shivers, senior vice president for student life.
I am pleased to share that Erik Porfeli will serve as interim dean of the College of Education and Human Ecology (EHE) beginning Jan. 1, 2026, pending approval by the Board of Trustees.
As President Carter shared in last week’s State of the University address, the vision outlined in the Education for Citizenship 2035 strategic plan includes a bold agenda for life-changing and life-saving research.
Dear Colleagues,
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.
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 needs from enrollment to graduation. Student affairs, enrollment management, undergraduate education and the academic support program for student-athletes will report directly to James.
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.