Michigan State University. Office of the Provost. Associate Provost.

The position of Associate Provost was created in 1975 during a reorganization of assistant provost offices and responsibilities. The position was dissoved during another restructuring of the Office of the Provost during the 1995-1996 academic year and its duties were absorbed by other units. During the position's existence, the Associate Provost reported and was accountable to the Provost. Responsibilities assigned to the Associate Provost assisted the Provost in his/her duties as the principal academic officer of the University. In doing so, the Associate Provost represented and acted for the Provost as necessary and appropriate. This person was responsible for the coordination and implementation of academic program planning and budgeting. The Associate Provost also provided supervision of multiple units including their budgetary matters, personnel matters, programs/curriculum and physical facilities. The Associate Provost also served as advisor to the Provost.

From the description of Associate Provost Records. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122389440