Office of Academic Affairs

The Office of Academic Affairs advances our shared goal of excellence in teaching and scholarly research across campus. At this time, we are lead by two individuals — an Executive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer, and an Executive Vice President/Chief Administrative Officer.

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University calendar (pdf)

Initiatives

The Honors Complex at The University of Akron

Workload Guidelines

The top priority of the Three-year Action Plan is increasing student success. UA must ensure consistency, equity and transparency in teaching, research/creative, and service workload assignments.

Coleman Commons on the campus of University of Akron

Program Review

A formative process for strategic planning, continuous improvement and growth. All academic program areas are reviewed on a 7-year cycle consistent with HLC and ODHE expectations.

Buchtel Hall is home of the Office of Academic Affairs

Three-year Action Plan

UA established its plan for the next three years, outlining the important decisions and actions needed to help the University be distinctive in a crowded, competitive higher education landscape.

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About our office

See leadership and directory information for the Office of Academic Affairs.

About us

Faculty affairs

See information, resources and policies relevant for faculty members.

Faculty affairs

News and messages

See campus messages and updates to the Board of Trustees.

News and messages

Colleges & schools

Our 11 colleges and schools offer undergrad, graduate and professional programs.

Colleges & schools

Title IX

We are committed to ensuring compliance with Title IX.

Title IX

Help-A-Zip referrals

Get help for students having personal or academic difficulty

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