SEIU Local 73 Negotiation Update
From: Katherine Baicker, Provost
Subject: SEIU Local 73 Negotiation Update
Date: November 4, 2024
Report of the Advancing Computing and AI Committee
President Alivisatos and Provost Baicker convened a Committee on Advancing Computing and AI at UChicago on February 23, 2024, charging them to consider a plan for computing and artificial intelligence for the future. The Report of the Advancing Computing and AI Committee reflects their findings and recommendations, as delivered to the President and Provost on May 21, 2024.
Starr Marcello
As special advisor to the provost for non-degree programs, Starr Marcello collaborates with academic units and faculty to develop, market, and launch new non-degree programs, broadening the University of Chicago’s educational reach and impact. She also serves as deputy dean for MBA and masters programs at the Booth School of Business, where she oversees the full-time, evening, weekend, and executive MBA programs, as well as Booth’s specialized master in management and master in finance programs.
Ranjan Daniels
As special advisor to the vice provost, Ranjan Daniels collaborates with academic units and faculty to support the growth and resource management of master’s programs. He also serves as senior associate dean, student recruitment and global outreach at the Harris School of Public Policy, where he oversees admissions, marketing, financial aid, executive education, and international partnerships.
Josh Beck
As associate provost, Josh Beck works closely with academic divisions, professional schools, and administrative units to promote the equitable and optimal assignment and use of campus space in support of academic programs, balanced within the broader context of campus-wide programming and strategic planning initiatives.
Preparing for the Autumn Quarter
To: Other Academic Appointees
From: Katherine Baicker, Provost
Subject: Preparing for the Autumn Quarter
Date: September 24, 2024
Note: This message was shared with other academic appointees. A similar message was sent to faculty including information tailored to them.
Whether you’re returning or one of the many new academics joining us this year, I am delighted to welcome you to the start of the Autumn Quarter next week. I know that I still feel the “back to school” energy and anticipation in the fall—the excitement is truly palpable across campus!
New climate and energy institute launch – Oct. 30
From: Katherine Baicker, Provost
Subject: New climate and energy institute launch – Oct. 30
Date: September 16, 2024
I am pleased to share that the climate and energy institute that President Alivisatos announced last year will officially launch this fall.
Michael Hayes
As Dean of Students in the University, Mike Hayes works with senior leaders across the institution to develop and promote opportunities for students’ intellectual, professional, and personal growth and to provide co-curricular support as students pursue their programs of study and prepare for post-graduate life. He works closely with the provost; vice provosts; and deans of students in the College, graduate divisions, and professional schools to identify and attend to areas of mutual concern as they relate to the quality and impact of campus life at the University of Chicago.
Law School Leadership Transition
To: University of Chicago Law School Community
From: Paul Alivisatos, President, and Katherine Baicker, Provost
Subject: Law School Leadership Transition
Date: July 8, 2024
We write to share that Thomas J. Miles, Dean of the Law School and Clifton R. Musser Professor of Law and Economics, has decided to return to the faculty when his term concludes in June 2025. We are grateful for his remarkable ten years of service as dean.