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

UO Portland fall classes will be remote

August 10, 2020 – Provost and Senior Vice President Patrick Phillips and Vice Provost for UO Portland Jane Gordon announce that all UO Portland classes will be remote for the fall term due to community spread of COVID-19 in the Portland metro area.

Survey on fall 2020 instruction

August 5, 2020 – Provost and Senior Vice President Patrick Phillips shares a survery with UO faculty and graduate employees about fall 2020 in-person instruction.

Plans for fall resumption

July 15, 2020 – Provost and Senior Vice President Patrick Phillips sent an update on the university's fall planning efforts, including criteria and safety plans for in-person instruction, to all faculty and GEs.

More Provost's Updates