Academic Affairs

Administration Offices

The Provost and Vice President of Indiana State University provides administrative leadership for all academic activities, academic priorities, and faculty affairs of the University to increase student success.

Welcome!

I'd like to welcome you to the Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Indiana State University offers a comprehensive array of academic and licensure programs that lead graduates to self-enrichment and to productive careers in the professions, government, business, and industry. Our distinguished faculty, supported by a dedicated professional staff, is committed to the advancement, dissemination, and application of knowledge and is actively involved in projects of local, national, and international interest.

This page will provide you with information about the curriculum, programs, and services that are available through the Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. I encourage you to explore the exciting opportunities that Indiana State University has to offer its students and faculty members.

About the Office of the Provost and Vice President

The Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs coordinates faculty recruitment, academic program development and review, student success programs, Commencement, research and economic development, international and global initiatives, and community outreach and service.

Academic Affairs Mission and Vision

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Meet the Provost and Vice President

Provost Christopher J. Olsen, PhD, is the Chief Academic Officer and Vice President of Academic Affairs for Indiana State University, providing primary administrative leadership, direction, and evaluation for all academic activities and faculty affairs of the University. The Provost collaborates with the President in setting overall academic priorities for the University. Reviewing the University’s Strategic Plan, the Provost works closely with the Vice President of Student Affairs to expand student pathways and access to higher education and increase student success and completion.

The Provost also oversees the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management to help guide the University’s recruitment and retention efforts. The Provost maintains a close working relationship with the leadership of the University Faculty Senate. The Provost is also the chairperson of the Commencement Committee.

The Provost Oversees the Following Colleges, Centers, and Offices

College of Arts and Sciences
Scott College of Business
Bayh College of Education
College of Health and Human Services
Bailey College of Engineering and Technology
Office of Graduate Studies
Honors College
University College
Center for Global Engagement
Cunningham Memorial Library
Office of Academic Affairs
Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Office of Enrollment Management and University Marketing
Office of Information Technology
Office of Institutional Research
Office of the Registrar

Provost’s Advisory Council Members

University Mission

Indiana State is committed to transforming the lives of students through a high-quality education infused with experiential learning, community engagement, and career-readiness. Our students succeed within a culture of inclusion and support that provides the skills and knowledge to impact Indiana and beyond.

Go to University Mission

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Resources

Faculty may find resources on key activities, high-impact practices from the American Association of Colleges and Universities, career readiness by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, and other resources.

Go to Faculty Resources

Lecturers may find resources and information regarding their instruction, teaching resources, grading and reporting, and other resources.

Go to Lecturer Resources

Access promotion and tenure forms, and see members of the Tenure and Promotion Oversight Committee for 2023-24.

Go to Promotion and Tenure