Office of the Provost
Provost & Vice-President (Academic)
About the Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
My name is Susan L. Tighe, McMaster’s Provost and Vice-President (Academic)—in this role, I strategically invest time and resources into initiatives that encourage student curiosity, faculty innovation, and service excellence. As both Chief Academic Officer and Chief Budgetary Officer, I oversee teaching and learning, faculty support, student life, and analysis, budget and planning. Throughout this portfolio, I’m committed to advancing equity, enhancing accessibility, and celebrating the diversity of our campus.
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Supporting Teaching & Learning at McMaster Learn More
As Chief Academic Officer, the Provost oversees all six Faculties, working with Deans, Associate Deans and instructors to challenge norms in the classroom and inspire students to build a better future.
Strategic Budget Planning Finance & Planning
As Chief Budgetary Officer, the Provost oversees the strategic allocation of the university’s budget towards operations that support the five priorities in McMaster’s Strategic Plan.
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Governance & Accountability
Read the Provost’s Leadership Performance Goals, look through her expenses, and learn about her membership in academic committees and councils.
Current Priorities
The Provost is prioritizing advancing equity, diversity and inclusion; supporting student mental health; driving teaching innovation; and guiding our Return to McMaster.
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News & Updates
The return to in-person learning has brought out our campus’ vibrancy
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News roundup from the Office of the Provost: Fall 2022
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