Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Florentine Strzelczyk is the current Provost and Vice-President (Academic) at Western University, beginning her five-year term in May 2022.
The Provost and Vice-President (Academic) at Western University has two distinct but aligned roles:
1. The Provost serves as Chief Operating and Budget Officer. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting budget development for faculties and support units (see Budget Timeline for more information)
- Aligning planning and budget allocations to support strategic institutional priorities
- Leading cross-campus initiatives
2. The Vice-President (Academic) serves as Chief Academic Officer, overseeing the priorities of the Academy which is central to the mission of the university. Responsibilities include:
- Aligning decisions with academic priorities
- Directing deans and vice-provosts
- Leading faculty renewal and program innovations
- Overseeing labour relations with academic unions
Within these dual roles, the Provost is responsible for identifying areas that require transformation and then resourcing the required change.
By turning vision in reality and measurable outcomes, this work is intended to enable Western to grow its reputation and advance our impact in the world.
