Office of the Provost

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Information

As the coronavirus situation continues to develop globally, the UO is actively monitoring updates from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization. The Office of the Provost and Academic Council are working to support faculty, staff, and students as the situation continues to evolve.

University COVID-19 Updates

Resources for Faculty

Guidance & Expectations

Travel Information

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Academic Leadership for Oregon

The Office of the Provost (OtP) is responsible for carrying out the academic mission of the University of Oregon. In doing so, the office works closely with faculty and staff to enhance academic excellence, student success, and the UO’s overall academic profile.

Led by Provost Patrick C. Phillips, OtP is a dynamic office that leads and manages a variety of initiatives, processes, and services.

Current Initiatives

Teaching Engagement

Research & Innovation

Provost's Updates

Advisory from Academic Council for summer and beyond

May 1, 2020 – University Senate President Elizabeth Skowron of the Academic Council and Executive Vice Provost Janet Woodruff-Borden share recently approved instructional expectations for the summer 2020 term, given the emergency caused by the coronavirus.

Planning for fall term

April 29, 2020 – Provost and Senior Vice President Patrick Phillips shares information about UO's intent to open the campus to in-person instruction in the fall.

VPRI search postponed, interim announced

April 28, 2020 – Provost and Senior Vice President Patrick Phillips announces that the search for the Vice President for Research and Innovation has been suspended and appoints Cassandra Moseley as interim leader of the office.

More Provost's Updates