Office of the Provost
The provost is the University's chief academic officer, with responsibility for leadership and oversight of all academic programs and research activities. Working with a team of faculty and academic administrators, the provost guides a diverse array of offices, councils and initiatives to steward Bucknell's academic mission and advance its strategic goals.
The mission of the Provost's Office is to lead and serve a diverse community by providing opportunities and procedures that support learning, innovation, creativity, scholarship and engagement.
Interim Provost Margot Vigeant
In fall 2023, Bucknell will begin a nationwide search for the University's next provost.
Professor Margot Vigeant, a professor at Bucknell since 1999, has served the University in a number of leadership roles, most recently as Interim Chair of the Faculty.
Living and learning at Bucknell
Discover how our three colleges and exceptional residential learning environment create a distinctive educational experience that prepares Bucknellians for success.
College of Arts & Sciences
College of Engineering
Freeman College of Management
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We recognize outstanding academic performance by Bucknell students and professors, provide guidance and resources for faculty members throughout their careers and much more.
Bucknell Breaks New Ground
MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS 2022-23
Bucknell faculty and leaders appeared more than 2,000 times in media publications in academic year 2022-23, a record number since the University began tracking appearances in its annual media report five years ago. This year’s report also features more than a dozen appearances on podcasts, a testament to Bucknell’s evolving efforts to reach audiences where they consume news and information. Learn how Bucknell experts are setting the agenda on topics from scientific discoveries to geopolitical analysis to the challenges and potential of emerging tools like AI — and much more.