News // Office of the Provost

May 19, 2023

Student Success Subcommittee Update

As an institution, the one goal that unites all of us, no matter our discipline or rank, is the goal to help all our students succeed. I am pleased to share updates from all our Student Success Subcommittees, which have worked diligently and enthusiastically on their charges this semester. As you all know, this initiative…

May 19, 2023

May 2023 Faculty and Staff Profiles

Dr. Chris Dobbs, Senior Program Coordinator, Student Success Initiatives, Interim Director, MU Learning Center & Adjunct Faculty, Honors College Early Alert is a tool to connect students with resources so they can receive the support they need as early as possible, before a potential concern becomes a barrier to their academic success. “Early Alert is…

April 24, 2023

April 2023 Faculty and Student Profiles

In September 2022, the Office of the Provost hosted a Student Success Retreat that brought together faculty, staff, and administrators from all colleges. Subcommittees were formed to address several crucial areas tied to student success and they have been working on recommendations this semester. Each newsletter this semester has focused on work being done by…

April 24, 2023

Study Abroad at Mizzou

Mizzou Study Abroad supports the university’s student success mission and strategic priorities in close partnership with academic units. The high-impact practice of study abroad provides transformative global learning experiences for students that support academic success, leadership development, career exploration, intercultural proficiency and global citizenship. Through study abroad, students gain new perspectives and obtain skills for…

April 24, 2023

Excellence in Advising Awards

MU’s Excellence in Advising (EIA) awards are given annually to outstanding academic advisors who go beyond their traditional duties to ensure that our students receive the best support and care both inside and outside the classroom. This year, Kibby Smith, advisor in the College of Arts & Science and Advisors Forum Awards Chair, noted that…

March 23, 2023

Faculty Excellence Week 2023

April 26-May 3, 2023 Thanks to all who joined the Faculty Excellence Week celebrations and to those who planned each event! Stay tuned for information about Faculty Excellence Week 2024. 2023 Events open to all faculty include: Faculty Excellence Week Kickoff Co-hosted by President Choi, Provost Ramchand and Faculty Council Read more on Show Me…

March 21, 2023

March 2023 Faculty and Staff Profiles

Jerry Frank Associate Professor, Dept. of History, Interim Academic Director for Freshman Interest Groups (FIGs) This semester, several of the student success subcommittees are focusing on different aspects of the first-year experience, including Summer Welcome, Mizzou Welcome, the first-year seminar and the Freshman Interest Groups (FIGs). These subcommittees look at what role these initiatives play…

Feb. 24, 2023

February 2023 Faculty and Staff Profiles

Erin Bullett, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Psychological Sciences; Associate Director of MU Psychological Services Clinic Erin Bullett has worked at the MU Psychological Services Clinic (PSC) for 3.5 years as a licensed psychologist and assistant clinical professor and has been the director of the clinic since January 2022. The PSC serves the community as…

Feb. 24, 2023

Supporting Students’ Mental Health

The 2022 Annual Report from Penn State’s Center for Collegiate Mental Health (CCMH) highlights several trends in student mental health over time. Among students who sought counseling, the report finds that freshman with high levels of academic distress and a history of psychiatric hospitalization were 48% more likely to withdraw from school. At the same…

Feb. 16, 2023

2022 COACHE Survey Results

Dear Colleagues, Today, we are releasing the results from the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education (COACHE) survey, completed by faculty in spring 2022. The faculty response rate of 51% (about 900 participants) deserves celebration. I appreciate everyone dedicating the time to complete it, and I value your perspectives. Our office commissioned a standing…