Through a monthly newsletter, Interim Provost Brian K. Payne, Ph.D., regularly provides division updates and shares the accomplishments of Old Dominion University's outstanding faculty. With each message from Provost Payne, you will find important news, well-deserved recognition of faculty scholarship and more. "A Message from the Provost" helps you stay connected with the projects shaping our academic community and strengthening our institution.
A Message from the Provost:
A Forward-Focused Approach to Faculty Engagement
Posted November 8, 2024
I am writing to provide an update about ongoing efforts related to faculty engagement. Three pillars are the foundation of our faculty engagement efforts – dialogue, development, and honoring excellence.
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A Message from the Provost: October Notes
Posted October 3, 2024
I am writing to provide an update about ODU’s general education reform, Mobility Mindset Initiative, and academic programming focused on artificial intelligence. Each of these areas demonstrates our commitment to being a forward-focused institution. Read More ›
A Message from the Provost: Welcome Back
Posted August 28, 2024
I hope your Fall 2024 semester is off to a great start! While I know everyone is busy with the usual activities that fill up the days of the last week of August, I hope you will find time to reflect on the accomplishments of the past year and the path ahead for the upcoming year. Read More ›