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Office of the Provost

As the university's chief academic officer, the Provost has responsibility for all of Baylor's academic enterprises including twelve schools and colleges and more than one dozen research centers and institutes. The Provost works closely with the President, deans, department chairs, faculty, Regents, and others to provide academic vision and leadership and to promote and support excellence in teaching, learning, and research within the context of a Christian worldview.

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Initiatives

COACHE Survey

In Fall 2019, the Provost formed a Task Force to assess faculty satisfaction and identify strategies to enhance the faculty experience, retention, and productivity. The Task Force partnered with Harvard’s Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education (COACHE) to conduct an extensive survey of all faculty in Spring 2020. This strategic partnership allows us to compare our results across campus, relative to 5 peer institutions, and across 110 institutions nationwide. 

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Readers Meet the Author

Readers Meet the Author features the scholarly work of faculty from across disciplines in a unique virtual format.  At each gathering, we focus on a recently authored book by a member of our Baylor Community, hearing from the author and sharing in a Q&A.  

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Faculty Diversity & Belonging

As a leading Christian institution with a strong Baptist heritage and impact that extends throughout Texas and internationally, Baylor University seeks to “educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.” In line with this mission, we seek to embody Christ’s teachings of love and inclusivity across boundaries of racial, ethnic, gender, socio-economic, religious, and other expressions of human difference.  

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ACE Internationalization Lab

Baylor University, along with 9 other U.S. and international universities, is a participant in the 18th cohort of the American Council on Education's (ACE) Internationalization Laboratory, a guided and collaborative strategic planning process. 

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Readers Meet the Author

Join us for this series featuring scholarly work of faculty from across disciplines. An invitation will be sent to all faculty and staff prior to the event with a Zoom link to follow one to two days prior to the event. The first 15 to register for these virtual events will receive a copy of the featured book.

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Daniel J. Pack, Ph.D., Appointed Dean of Baylor’s School of Engineering and Computer Science

Following a nationwide search, Baylor University Provost Nancy Brickhouse, Ph.D., announced that Daniel J. Pack, Ph.D., dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) and a 2005 Carnegie U.S. Professor of the Year, has been selected as dean of the Baylor School of Engineering and Computer Science. His appointment is effective June 1.

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Vice Provost Search

The University is in the midst of an exciting time of change and growth. During Academic Year 2022-2023, we are conducting a search for a new Vice Provost for Global Engagement.

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Welcome to Our New Dean of the Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences

Following a nationwide search, we are delighted to announce that Jason R. Carter, Ph.D., vice president for research, economic development and graduate education at Montana State University, has been selected as the Dean of Baylor’s Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences. 

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New Vice Provost of Faculty Diversity and Belonging Announced

The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce Stephen B. Reid, Ph.D., Professor of Christian Scriptures with Baylor’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary, has been selected to serve in a new position as the University’s Vice Provost for Faculty Diversity & Belonging.

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Vice Provost Search

The University seeks an internal candidate to serve as the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs. External applicants will not be considered at this time. The Office of the Provost encourages applications and nominations for the position.

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Prospective Faculty

Baylor's success is dependent upon recruiting the very best from a diverse pool of candidates. The University provides a vibrant campus community with students from all 50 states and more than 90 countries. We invite you to come be a part of our community.

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Current Faculty

We are so proud to host over 2,000 faculty members here at Baylor. Learn more about special events, awards, and benefits, the latest announcements, as well as development opportunities to hone your craft. 

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Past Faculty

Learn more about the resources available for those retiring from Baylor's faculty, as well as the most up-to-date lists of emeritus faculty and recent retirees. Once a Baylor Bear, always a Baylor Bear!

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Illuminate Forward

Baylor University Strategic Plan

Baylor embarked on a new Academic Strategic Plan—Illuminate—in 2018, and Illuminate Forward was affirmed in 2021. The comprehensive plan continues to draw upon the institution’s heritage and commitment to becoming a preeminent Christian research university, as outlined in Pro Futuris.

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Mar. 14, 2023
Eduardo Contreras Jr., Ed.D., Appointed Vice Provost for Global Engagement

WACO, Texas (March 14, 2023) – Following a nationwide search, Baylor University Provost Nancy Brickhouse, Ph.D., announced that Eduardo Contreras Jr., Ed.D., associate provost for international education, diversity and inclusion at the University of Portland, has been selected as Baylor University’s vice provost for global engagement, effective July 1, 2023.

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Feb. 8, 2023
Dean Brad Toben to Return to Baylor Law School Faculty

WACO, Texas (Feb. 8, 2023) – Bradley J. B. Toben, J.D. ’77, has decided to transition as dean of Baylor Law School and return to the faculty, effective July 1, 2023, Baylor University Provost Nancy Brickhouse, Ph.D., announced today.

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Jan. 31, 2023
School of Music Dean Gary Mortenson Announces Retirement

WACO, Texas (Jan. 31, 2023) – Gary Mortenson, D.M.A., dean of the Baylor University School of Music since 2015, announced at a faculty meeting today that the 2023-2024 academic year will be his final year as dean, Provost Nancy Brickhouse, Ph.D., wrote in an email to campus.

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Jan. 5, 2023
Daniel J. Pack, Ph.D., Appointed Dean of Baylor’s School of Engineering and Computer Science

WACO, Texas (Jan. 5, 2023) – Following a nationwide search, Baylor University Provost Nancy Brickhouse, Ph.D., announced today that Daniel J. Pack, Ph.D., dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and a 2005 Carnegie U.S. Professor of the Year, has been selected as dean of the Baylor School of Engineering and Computer Science. His appointment is effective June 1.

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2023
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