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The provost is the chief academic officer of the university and has responsibility for the university's academic affairs across the Dayton, Lake, and online campuses and programs. The provost collaborates with the president and other stakeholders in setting overall academic priorities and strategies, with an emphasis on groundbreaking research and preparing students for lifelong success.
 

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Areas of Leadership

Administrative Divisions and Offices

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Academic Affairs

Resources that enhance, empower, and support success in the classroom, including honors, and other educational programs.

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ADULT & ONLINE LEARNING

Gateway for academic and holistic success for nontraditional and remote learners.

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AccreditatioN & Assessment

Resources for accreditation, academic program review, and student learning outcomes.

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FACULTY AFFAIRS

Home to the Center for Faculty Excellence, as well as faculty-specific documents, policies, forms, and other resources.

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CURRICULAR & STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

Resources relating to the curriculum, as well as current projects underway to achieve and advance the university's mission.

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RESEARCH & INNOVATION

Resources and tools for the advancement of research and scholarly activities, as well as their compliance and the development of innovations.

Academic Success Priorities and Resources

Recognition & Awards

Awards recognizing faculty excellence, including the Trustees Award, University and Distinguished Professors, President's Awards, and honorary degrees.

Recognition and Awards

Strategic Plan

Strategic Plan 2023–25 is a two-year bridge strategic plan.

Strategic Plan 2023–25

Student Success

Faculty resources, tips for student referrals, information on student development, career advising, academic support services, and more. 

Division of Student Success

Messages from the Provost

University news

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Wright State alum Jessica Noes is at the wheel of the historic Clifton Mill
2004 Wright State graduate Jessica Noes oversees all operations at the Clifton Mill, including the mill’s popular Christmas lights display.

Wright State recognizes Nursing Professor Kim Ringo for advancing international student success

Wright State nursing professor and alumna Kim Ringo received the 2025 International Education Award for her leadership and mentorship in supporting international nursing students.

Wright State honors graduating students for distinguished doctoral dissertations

December graduates Maram Almodhwahi and Morgan Highlander were recognized for exceptional research with Wright State’s Trustees’ Distinguished Doctoral Dissertation Awards.