Office of the Provost and Vice-Principal

OFFICE OF THE

Provost and Vice-Principal (Academic)

OFFICE OF THE

Provost and Vice-Principal (Academic)

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Office of the Provost and Vice-Principal (Academic)

Interim Provost and Vice-Principal (Academic) Tom Harris is the university's chief academic, budget, and operating officer. In these roles, Dr. Harris is responsible for the development of the university’s budget and has oversight of academic affairs at Queen’s. Dr. Harris also works closely with the university’s senior leadership team to ensure operational planning is fully integrated across the university, aligns with the university’s strategic vision, and is supported by an appropriate allocation of resources.

The Office of the Provost welcomes your questions and feedback at provost@queensu.ca

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