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
Daniel Abebe
Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and Governance
(773) 702-7857
For Scheduling: Hilda De Peder
(773) 834-3250
Blair Archambeau
Senior Associate Provost
(773) 702-8813
For Scheduling: Trieste Anderson
(773) 795-0779
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
Michael Hopkins
Vice Provost for Research Infrastructure
(773) 702-6490
For Scheduling: Trieste Anderson
(773) 795-0779
Waldo E. Johnson, Jr.
Vice Provost for Diversity and Inclusion
For Scheduling: Norma R. de Yagcier
(773) 834-9382
Katherine D. Kinzler
Vice Provost for Academic Career Advancement
(773) 702-2102
For Scheduling: Trieste Anderson
(773) 795-0779
Jason Merchant
Vice Provost for Academic Appointments and Graduate Education
(773) 702-8523
For Scheduling: Janice Cobb
(773) 702-5254
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
Geertrui M. Spaepen
Associate Provost for Operations and Initiatives
(773) 702-8925
For Scheduling: Tamara L. Smith
(773) 702-0628
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
Arts
Budget, Operations, and HR
Geertrui M. Spaepen
Associate Provost for Operations and Initiatives
(773) 702-8925
Assistant: Tamara L. Smith
(773) 702-0628
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
Waldo E. Johnson, Jr.
Vice Provost for Diversity and Inclusion
Assistant: Norma R. de Yagcier
(773) 834-9382
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
Daniel Abebe
Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and Governance
(773) 702-7857
Assistant: Hilda De Peder
(773) 834-3250
Postdoctoral Researchers
Space and Capital Planning
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