Welcome to the heart of academic excellence at Georgia Southern University. As part of the team within the Office of the Provost, we are dedicated to supporting our esteemed faculty and staff in Academic Affairs. Our mission is to create an environment where innovation thrives, teaching excels, and learning is transformative.
At the Office of the Provost, we prioritize supporting faculty and staff in Academic Affairs to ensure they thrive in their roles. From facilitating professional development opportunities to championing initiatives that enhance our academic community, our team is here to guide and empower.
The Leadership Team
Dr. Avinandan (Avi) Mukherjee
Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
amukherjee@georgiasouthern.edu
Dr. Diana Cone
Vice Provost
dcone@georgiasouthern.edu
Dr. Cynthia Groover
Assistant Provost
cgroover@georgiasouthern.edu
Dr. Delana Schartner
Assistant Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
dnivens@georgiasouthern.edu
Vacant
Associate Provost for Student Success
Trina Smith
Chief of Staff
tsmith@georgiasouthern.edu
Mary Kate Allen
Communications Manager
mallen@georgiasouthern.edu