Kevin Kregel

A Message from the Executive Vice President and Provost

As executive vice president and provost, I am honored to oversee the academic mission at the University of Iowa.  

We are a leading, comprehensive research university with a central commitment to student success.  We offer all the resources of a large public higher education institution while providing our students with a personalized experience through the highest quality instruction, state-of-the-art technology, and a myriad of experiential learning opportunities such as hands-on research, internships, and study abroad.

As a proud member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), the UI is recognized as among the top 63 research institutions in the nation.  We are a world-class academic community, where some of the world’s leading faculty in the arts, humanities, and sciences are making groundbreaking discoveries and creating world-changing art.  We believe great teams, rather than individuals, will find the answers to the biggest challenges of our time, and our long tradition of interdisciplinary scholarship and culture of collaboration are among our greatest strengths.

Together, our faculty, staff, and students are helping to create a better future for the people of Iowa, our nation, and the world, not only through their cutting-edge research but also through world class health care, art and cultural opportunities, and continuing and distance education.  Most important, we are preparing the next generation of scientists, scholars, artists, skilled professionals, leaders, and responsible global citizens who will carry on a proud legacy of engagement and excellence.

In everything we do, we are guided by a commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, which are fundamental to our pursuit of excellence in every area of our academic mission.  We also approach every aspect of our mission from a global perspective, because we recognize that as the world becomes smaller and more interconnected, appreciation and understanding of cultures other than our own are vital for the success of our students, faculty, and staff alike.

It is a privilege to be part of this extraordinary community, and to have the opportunity to support the success of faculty, staff, and students who are doing such remarkable work every day. 

Kevin C. Kregel, Ph.D.
Executive Vice President and Provost

Office of the Provost News

Paras Bassuk named UI’s 23rd Rhodes Scholar
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
The University of Iowa is uniquely known for being a place where art meets science, where students are encouraged to explore and innovate across these disciplines. Paras Bassuk, UI’s newest Rhodes Scholar, personifies exactly what that means — and more.
Strategic plan update
Monday, October 21, 2024
President Barbara Wilson and Provost Kevin Kregel highlight the University of Iowa’s significant accomplishments after two years of implementing the 2022-2027 Strategic Plan, which includes reaching targets for retention and graduation rates, research expenditure growth, philanthropic support, and patient care capacity.
UI adopts new framework for the assessment of teaching
Friday, August 30, 2024
As part of the university’s strategic plan efforts to support excellence in teaching and learning, the Office of the Provost and the Teaching Effectiveness Task Force have developed updated guidance on the comprehensive assessment of teaching at the University of Iowa. Developed with input from college leaders, department leaders, and faculty from a wide range of tracks, ranks, and disciplines, the new framework for the assessment of teaching is the culmination of work first started by the ACE Task Force in 2018.

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Upcoming Events

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Giving Tuesday!

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 (all day)
This Giving Tuesday, join the University of Iowa in making a difference! Support two impactful funds: UI Health Care: Advance medical care, research, and education to improve lives. First Gen Hawks Fund: Empower first-generation students with scholarships, mentorship, and resources to help them succeed. Prefer to give to another program you’re passionate about? You can choose to support any area at the University of Iowa that matters most to you! Every gift, no matter the size, helps us...
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Engaging Across Cultures: Engaging Multilingual Learners Across Disciplines

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Virtual
Instructors: Katherine Beydler, PhD, Associate Director, Center for Teaching, and Tamar Bernfeld, PhD, Assistant Director, Center for Teaching Description: This session will focus on how to consider and include the perspective of students with English as an additional language in all classrooms. We will invite participants to reflect on their own experiences to inform our conversation and discuss how to accommodate the needs of diverse learner backgrounds. Participants who attend this session...
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Study Hall @ the Museum of Natural History

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 12:00pm
Macbride Hall
The Museum of Natural History welcomes students each week for a study session in our galleries. We'll provide snacks, cushions, and ambiance. You bring your planners, textbooks, or assignments. Together, we'll stay ahead of our goals this semester.
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