Welcome to the Office of the Provost
The Provost is Columbia University's chief academic officer. In consultation with a team of Vice Provosts, the Provost directs the development and implementation of Columbia's academic plans and policies, and supervises the work of its faculties, departments, institutes, and research centers.
Welcoming Columbia’s Newest Faculty
Columbia’s 2026 New Faculty Meet and Greet brought new faculty from across the University together at Faculty House in late September for an evening of conversation and connection with colleagues and University leaders.
Columbia Faculty Recognized with Ivy+ Praxis Leadership Fellowship and Ivy+ FAN Provost Leadership Fellowship
Julie Stone Peters has been selected for a three-year Ivy+ Praxis Leadership Fellowship, and five additional Columbia faculty members have been selected for the Ivy+ FAN Provost Leadership Fellowship. Together, these opportunities recognize Columbia faculty engagement in scholarship, academic leadership, and collaborative approaches to strengthening the University community.
Renewal of the Incentive Plan for Tenured Faculty Retirement
A renewed voluntary retirement plan offers eligible tenured faculty flexible options to transition into retirement, including phased retirement.
UNDERSTANDING COLUMBIA'S COMMON DATA SET
