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Provost

usgb/ˈprəʊvəʊst/Volume
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Academic Leader

The provost is a top academic administrator, overseeing faculty and educational policies.

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Our provost delivered an inspiring speech on educational excellence at convocation.
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University Hierarchy

Understanding a provost's role may differ by institution but always remains below the president.

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She reported the research findings directly to the provost.
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Budget Oversight

In some colleges, the provost manages or directs budgetary decisions affecting academic programs.

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The department head consulted with the provost about funding for the new lab.
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