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Provost Charles F. Zukoski

Dr. Charles F. Zukoski was appointed Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs on October 1, 2019. He holds the Shelly and Ofer Nemirovsky Provost’s Chair.

As the university’s second-ranking administrator, he oversees the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, the Keck School of Medicine and 21 other professional schools and academic units, in addition to USC’s museums, and the divisions of student affairs, libraries, research, student religious life, and enrollment services.

Dr. Zukoski received his Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Princeton University and his bachelor’s degree from Reed College. Zukoski served as Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University at Buffalo from 2012-2019.

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Provost News

Professor Zack Steel at his computer

Mental health is no joke but maybe it should be, according to a USC School of Dramatic Arts professor

Professor Zack Steel addresses student well-being one laugh at a time.
Michelle Au in TV control room

USC’s Official Campus Television Station, Trojan Vision, Partners with the Cinema School to Create Real-World Industry Connections

A USC senior with industry and marking know-how creates a new department within the university TV station in order connect students with industry professionals.
Professor Katz and Harrison Ford

How a Hollywood hitmaker-turned-professor brought virtual filmmaking to USC

Gail Katz has produced smash successes like Air Force One and The Perfect Storm. Now, she’s helping students at the USC School of Cinematic Arts embrace a new era of filmmaking.

The Jazz Player

Improvisation without limitation—A recent graduate of the USC Thornton School of Music mixes jazz with pop, hip hop and electronic music to create a unique sound.

The Show Must Go On—Faculty and Students at USC’s Campus Television Station, Trojan Vision, Prepare to Produce Live TV and New Shows this Fall

For the first time since the TV station debuted back on September 15, 1997, programming will be completely revamped.
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USC Faculty Handbook

The official Faculty Handbook of the University of Southern California.

Faculty Symposium

Faculty presentations celebrating the 2019 inauguration of Carol L. Folt as USC's 12th President highlighted innovative work from across both campuses.

Provost's Blog

Road sign that reads Opportunity Ahead

Opportunity and the Vital Role of Higher Education

Polarization of opportunity and outcomes can become so extreme that the trust in our democratic institutions fails. The events of January 6 suggest we are perilously close to this point.

Hope is on the Horizon

I wish you a restful, peaceful, and, most of all, healthful holiday season.

With Gratitude…

At this time of year as we express gratitude and thanks, I would like to take a moment and personally address our USC faculty.
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Announcements

Restart Planning Update

June 16th, 2021

An update for faculty and staff on USC's resumption planning process and vaccination policy.
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UCAPT

May 14th, 2021

I write to thank the members of the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 University Committee on Appointments, Promotions, and Tenure (UCAPT) panels.
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Fall Update for Incoming Students

May 13th, 2021

Thanks to decreasing COVID-19 rates in Los Angeles and the increasing availability of vaccinations, we are planning a return to in-person instruction and student life activities for the Fall semester, as well as resuming typical occupancy in USC Housing. 
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End of Spring Semester from Provost Zukoski

April 29th, 2021

At every twist and turn, USC faculty have stepped up and pushed forward as academic leaders with a determination and resolve to not only survive the pandemic but thrive. What you have accomplished is nothing short of extraordinary.
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3551 Trousdale Parkway, Suite 102
Los Angeles CA 90089-4019
(213) 740-2101
uscprovost@usc.edu

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