Provost's Messages
Message from the EVP & Provost: College of Fine Arts Dean Announcement - April 20, 2022
I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jeffrey Ward as Dean of the College of Fine Arts, effective July 1, 2022. Dr. Ward joins UTRGV from Kansas State University where he currently serves as Professor and Director of the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance.
Finalists for the Position of Dean in the College of Fine Arts - March 11, 2022
We are pleased to announce that we have identified four finalist candidates for the position of Dean of the College of Fine Arts.
Message from the Executive Vice President and Provost - March 3, 2022
Improving the on-campus experience for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors is a key part of UTRGV's strategic planning efforts. However, achieving this vision requires our physical and human infrastructures to meet the needs and expectations of our campus community for years to come.
Message from the Executive Vice President and Provost (Student) - January 28, 2022
This Monday (January 31), traditional and hybrid courses will return to their regularly scheduled in-person meetings. And as our campuses prepare to welcome you back for in-person classes and activities, please know that we remain committed to the safety and success of our entire campus community.
Message from the Executive Vice President and Provost (Faculty and Staff) - January 28, 2022
This Monday (January 31), traditional and hybrid courses will return to their regularly scheduled in-person meetings. And as our campuses prepare to welcome you and our students back for in-person classes and activities, please know that we remain committed to the safety and success of our entire campus community.
Message from the Executive Vice President and Provost & Dean of SOM - December 17, 2021
As another semester ends, let’s take a moment to appreciate everything that went into getting here. Like the pandemic-affected terms before it, Fall 2021 was challenging. However, we persevered because so many of us here at UTRGV followed evidence-based protocols proven to be effective at preventing and mitigating the spread of COVID-19.
UTRGV Strategic Planning Survey - December 6, 2021
UTRGV has launched a strategic planning process to establish an ambitious and realizable vision and priorities for the University. The Steering Committee stewarding this effort invites the UTRGV community to share perspectives to help inform the strategic direction by completing a short 10 minute survey.
College of Sciences Annual Research Conference: Women in Science Annual Meeting - November 19 - November 12, 2021
You are encouraged to participate in the College of Sciences Annual Research Conference: Women in Science Annual Meeting on Friday, November 19, from 2-3pm via Zoom. The meeting will feature renowned keynote speaker, Dr. Geraldine Richmond.
Message from the Provost and School of Medicine Dean - October 11, 2021
It is hard to believe that we are approaching the 20-month mark of this pandemic. We have worked together on behalf of our students and have continued to stay focused on the health and well-being of each other and our broader community.
2021 Fall Semester Update - August 13, 2021
Like you, we have been anticipating the Fall 2021 Semester for many months. However, the rise of the delta variant ;statewide and in our region is a reminder that this pandemic is not over. And while the resurgence of COVID-19 seemingly threatens our progress, please know that we continue to monitor the situation daily and that we’ve been preparing for this.
Students: Preparing for the 2021 Fall Semester - August 3, 2021
We hope that all of you are staying safe and healthy, and we look forward to your return to campus this fall semester. The safety and health of our UTRGV community and the quality of services and education we provide continue to be our priorities. That is why we are closely monitoring the COVID-19 delta variant, which is causing a surge in cases across the country and in our region.
Faculty/Staff: Preparing for the 2021 Fall Semester - August 3, 2021
We hope that all of you are staying safe and healthy, and we look forward to your return to campus this fall semester. The safety and health of our UTRGV community and the quality of services and education we provide continue to be our priorities. That is why we are closely monitoring the COVID-19 delta variant, which is causing a surge in cases across the country and in our region.
Message from the Interim Provost - May 5, 2021
I am pleased to share that Dr. Sandra Hansmann has agreed to step in as Interim Dean of the Graduate College at the end of the Spring Semester.
Message from the Interim Provost - April 21, 2021
It’s hard to believe that we are approaching the end of the spring semester. This term has been uniquely challenging, and I want to thank you for continuing to give each other — and our students — your best effort. Your resilience has helped us get through another semester and ensures that better days are ahead.
Message from the Interim Provost - March 5, 2021
Nearly one year has elapsed since the majority of us were last on campus. For many, that’s almost one year without seeing our colleagues, students, or friends. But however difficult the past 50 weeks have been, the COVID-19 vaccine is giving us all hope to believe that normalcy is on the horizon. That's why the time has come to begin planning our post-vaccine return to campus.
Message from the Interim Provost - September 14, 2020
Now that the fall semester is underway, I want to once again thank you for all you’ve done to make the start of the semester a successful one. We have just completed our census day enrollment period and are proud to report that UTRGV has reached another enrollment milestone with 32,618 students this fall (undergraduate, 27,275; graduate, 5,122; and School of Medicine, 221).
Message from the Interim Provost: COVID-19 Faculty Resources - September 1, 2020
Welcome to a new semester! Thank you for all you’ve done to make our first week a huge success. Our students are settling in as I hope all of you are as well. COVID-19 presents us with so many “firsts” that we thought it would be helpful to send all of the resources available to you in one message that you can reference when needed.
Message from the Interim Provost - August 11, 2020
As we approach the fall semester, I want to begin by thanking each and every one of you for your efforts in supporting our students this summer. Our Summer Relief package encouraged students to take advantage of our summer offerings, but it was each of you that provided a top-quality educational experience to meet their demand.