The Office of the Provost provides the support and resources for an environment grounded in respect and inclusion where students, faculty, and staff can engage in learning and teaching, scholarly research and creative work.

The Office of the Provost provides the support and resources for an environment grounded in respect and inclusion where students, faculty, and staff can engage in learning and teaching, scholarly research and creative work.
At Towson University, almost 23,000 students are enrolled in a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs. Our faculty is committed to excellence in teaching, and their scholarship, research, and service are exceptional. We take great pride in the fact that all of our faculty is engaged in teaching as their primary commitment at their university. Moreover, the faculty is supported by a dedicated staff committed to student success.
Cynthia Cooper, Ph.D., is serving as Acting Provost for Academic Affairs, and is responsible for the oversight of all academic programs and services. The Office of the Provost staff is committed to working together with other university administrators, faculty, staff, students and community to carry out Towson University's mission, academic priorities and initiatives.
We foster inclusive environments where students and faculty can engage in learning and teaching, scholarly research and creative work, and pursue opportunities for civic and ethical leadership.
Learn moreOur faculty are an important and vital part of all we do. We take great pride in recognizing their achievements in teaching, scholarship, research, creative activity, public service, and mentoring.
Learn moreThe Office of the Provost enthusiastically supports the university’s diversity and inclusion mission and vision. Dedicated resources and initiatives promote success by fostering environments grounded in respect and inclusion for all members of TU’s campus community.
Learn moreFaculty Academic Center of Excellence at Towson (FACET) will become a centralized hub for Towson University's faculty across all ranks and titles, whose programming and support for the faculty will encompass teaching, scholarship, community and quality of life. This faculty development center is designated as one of the top presidential priorities.
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