About
Message from the Provost
The University of Chicago is deeply committed to rigorous inquiry, freedom of expression, and diversity of perspectives. Our scholars push disciplinary boundaries to shape and define fields, generating impactful research that helps us address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. We also deliver a transformative educational experience to our students and benefit from their rich contributions to our academic community.
As provost, I strive to uphold the University’s core values to advance the academic eminence of our institution and its scholars. The Office of the Provost aids in this work by providing the infrastructure and resources needed to support our exceptional academic and research programs.
It is a privilege to serve as provost and collaborate with faculty, deans, students, staff, and University leadership to advance our shared pursuit of academic excellence across all modes of inquiry.
Katherine Baicker
Provost
Directory

Paul Castellucci
Associate Vice President and University Budget Director
(773) 702-1224
For Scheduling: Norma R. de Yagcier
(773) 834-9382

Bridget Collier
Associate Provost for Equal Opportunity Programs
Title IX Coordinator for the University
Affirmative Action Officer
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
(773) 702-5671
For Scheduling: Katie Hill
(773) 702-7783

David J. Levin
Senior Advisor to the Provost for Arts
(773) 702-8532
For Scheduling: Jessica Musselwhite
(773) 702-1237

Beth Niestat
Assistant Provost & Executive Director, UChicagoGRAD Administration and Policy
(773) 702-9018

Nipam Patel
Director of the Marine Biological Laboratory
(508) 289-7300
For Scheduling: Sarah Mileikis
(508) 289-7300

Michele Rasmussen
Dean of Students in the University
(773) 702-7770
For Scheduling: Jon Putnam
(773) 702-7770

Dali L. Yang
Senior Advisor to the President and the Provost on Global Initiatives
William Claude Reavis Professor in the Department of Political Science and the College
(773) 702-8054
Academic Appointments, Promotions, and Tenure
Academic Policies
Administrative Modernization
Arts
David J. Levin
Senior Advisor to the Provost for Arts
(773) 702-8532
Assistant: Jessica Musselwhite
(773) 702-1237
Budget, Operations, and HR
Campus and Student Life
Michele Rasmussen
Dean of Students in the University
(773) 702-7770
Assistant: Jon Putnam
(773) 702-7770
Communications
Diversity and Inclusion
Emeriti Faculty
Equal Opportunity Programs
Bridget Collier
Associate Provost for Equal Opportunity Programs
Title IX Coordinator for the University
Affirmative Action Officer
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
(773) 702-5671
Assistant: Katie Hill
(773) 702-7783
Faculty Governance
Faculty Life (resources, dual career, childcare, K-12 education, and housing support)
Faculty Recruitment
General Inquiries
Graduate Education
Beth Niestat
Assistant Provost & Executive Director, UChicagoGRAD Administration and Policy
(773) 702-9018
Institutional Analysis
Non-Traditional Education
Postdoctoral Researchers
Space and Capital Planning
UChicago ECo
UChicago Laboratory Schools
University Budget
Paul Castellucci
Associate Vice President and University Budget Director
(773) 702-1224
Assistant: Norma R. de Yagcier
(773) 834-9382