Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost
The Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost (VPAC) provides academic leadership for the University of Victoria and supports faculty members, librarians, instructors and academic leaders in advancing the university's mission.
About the Provost
Dr. Elizabeth Croft
As Vice-President Academic and Provost, Elizabeth Croft leads the academic mission of the university and sets the academic priorities of the university. She is responsible for ensuring high-quality teaching, learning and related supports and services.
Current strategic priorities
Budget model
VPAC is partnering with the Office of the Vice-President Finance and Operations to develop a new budget model that promotes transparency, aligns resources with the university's strategic priorities, and supports informed, sustainable decision-making across the institution.
Academic accommodations
VPAC is providing leadership and support for academic accommodation improvements, including by investing in faculty supports, promoting access-centred teaching practices, strengthening services, and establishing a Centre for Accommodated Assessments.
AI strategy
UVic's AI Strategy Group, with the support of a Special Advisor, is collaborating on a thoughtful, values-based approach to AI that reflects our academic mission, research excellence, commitment to student success, and social and environmental responsibilities.
Visit the Academic Action Plan for additional information on goals and initiatives aimed at:
