About
As the University of Maryland’s chief academic officer, the Provost steers the university’s academic enterprise in accordance with its mission, and manages a diverse portfolio, including providing strategic direction for its 12 schools and colleges.
"We must be united in our noble and fearless purpose, because celebrating differences and leveling societal inequities must be among our greatest strengths, because grand challenges demand fearless ideas, and because progress will not be measured in individual achievement, but in our collective accomplishments."
- The University of Maryland Strategic Plan, Fearlessly Forward: In Pursuit of Excellence and Impact for the Public Good
Our Fearless Vision
To improve the lives of every person on Earth, we will reimagine teaching and learning; accelerate solutions to the grand challenges of our time through creativity and discovery; and forge a diverse and inclusive community where our differences are celebrated and equity is relentlessly pursued. Together, we will dedicate ourselves to advancing the public good because our individual well-being is enduringly bound to our collective well-being.
Leadership Areas
The Office of the Provost manages a diverse portfolio, including academic planning and programs, enrollment management, community engagement, faculty affairs, international affairs, academic innovation, and institutional research, planning and assessment.
Inspiring excellence in teaching and learning and cultivating innovation campuswide
Guiding academic programs, facilities, partnerships, accreditation and more
Providing strategic vision and campuswide leadership for community engagement
Recruiting, admitting, enrolling and supporting talented students from diverse backgrounds
Providing academic units administrative services for self-support credit and non-credit undergraduate, graduate, professional and pre-college programs
Supporting all aspects of the faculty experience on campus and advocating for faculty interests and perspectives
Academic Affairs Finance & Personnel
Leading policies, procedures and resources related to the financial and personnel functions of Academic Affairs
Elevating the university's international character and supporting international students and scholars
Enabling the UMD community to effectively leverage campus data
Empowering students and campus partners to equitably and inclusively engage and succeed in research and scholarship.
Offering superior academic programs and world class faculty through The Universities at Shady Grove
Providing visionary and strategic leadership for graduate education
Guiding undergraduate students as they navigate their learning and prepare for the future
Offering inclusive services and innovative technologies for learning, study and collaboration
Our People
The Division of Academic Affairs leadership teams work across campus to execute the university's academic mission and vision.
The Provost's staff take direct responsibility for guiding the academic development and direction of the institution in accordance with the mission.
The deans oversee the university's 12 schools and colleges, as well as Undergraduate Studies, The Graduate School and the University Libraries.
News & Announcements
Mirroring the state of Maryland’s ambition to be a leader in this domain, we are proud to announce the new Artificial Intelligence Interdisciplinary Institute at Maryland (AIM), dedicated to developing the next generation of artificial intelligence education, technology and leaders.
The Maryland Energy Innovation Institute (MEI2) is focused on translating university energy research into new clean energy companies in the State of Maryland and offers a seed grant program to bridge the gap between academic transformative laboratory research results and prototype demonstrations to move early-stage projects onto a pathway to commercial development.
Announcing the Appointment Extension of Associate Provost and Dean William Cohen
I am delighted to announce the extension of Dr. William Cohen’s appointment as Associate Provost and Dean for Undergraduate Studies through June 30, 2027.
Welcoming our New Associate Provost for Academic Affairs
Dr. Lisa Taneyhill has been appointed our new Associate Provost for Academic Affairs. She will begin her new role on July 1, 2025.
Announcing our New Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management
It is with great pleasure that I announce the appointment of Shannon Gundy as Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, beginning July 1, 2025.
Announcing our New School of Public Policy Dean
I am delighted to share the news that Gustavo A. Flores-Macías has been named the new Dean of the School of Public Policy. His appointment will begin on September 1, 2025.
Request Provost's Appearance
Complete this form to request the Provost’s appearance at an event. For questions about the form, please email provost@umd.edu or call 301-405-5252.