Office of the Provost & Vice-President, Academic

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The Provost and Vice-President, Academic provides leadership to the Academic and Research Division and is in integral part of NWP's Executive leadership group.

This position is responsible for liaising with the Ministry of Advanced Education on matters of academic concern, and for driving progress on campus through the creation of an inclusive and collaborative culture.

With a focus on quality, high academic standards, and the best possible opportunities for learners, the Provost's Office oversees NWP's four schools, as well as the teams within Continuing Education, Student Experience, the Registrar's Office, and Research and Innovation.

Portfolio

The School of Applied Science and Technology oversees the departments of Animal Sciences, Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science.

The School of Business oversees the departments of Academic Upgrading, Business and Office Administration, and Continuing Education.

The School of Health and Education oversees the departments of Education, Nursing Education and Health Studies, and Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

The School of Skilled Trades oversees the departments of Construction Trades, and Transportation Trades.

Continuing Education offers in-person and online programming and microcredentials in the areas of Business, Healthcare and Crisis Response, and Industry Training.

The Institutional Planning and Research Office provides data to support divisional plans and strategies.

As an applied research hub in northern Alberta, R&I conducts research in areas including business innovation, advanced microbiology, and agriculture.

The Registrar oversees key student service areas, including the Academic Calendar and Schedule, Admissions, Registration, Advising, Student Records, and Recruitment.

Student Life provides oversight and coordination of all the programs and activities that support student recruitment, retention and educational needs.

The Vice-President Academic and Research awards are presented to faculty members exemplifying excellence and dedication to their students and the NWP experience.

Contact

For more information about the Office of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic please contact:

Dr. Vanessa Sheane Provost and Vice-President Academic
	Office: E201 Email: VSheane@nwpolytech.ca