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Welcome to the Office of the Provost

Paul Jensen

Paul E. Jensen, PhD

Executive Vice President and Nina Henderson Provost

Meet 性吧导航's Chief Academic Officer

Provost Paul Jensen, PhD, was named executive vice president and Nina Henderson Provost in 2019. As 性吧导航's highest-ranking academic officer, he oversees the academic and research divisions of the University, including 15 schools and colleges and numerous administrative units.

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Global Experience
International partnerships with over 120 institutions expand Drexel's reach  鈥 along with students' cultural aptitude and experiential learning 鈥 around the globe.
Powerful Partnerships
Building from our over 100-year legacy of cooperative education, Drexel forges ahead with initiatives such as the Innovation Engine to expand these powerful partnerships. 
Research & Innovation
Capitalizing on our strengths as a Carnegie-classified R1 research university, Drexel researchers build new knowledge and create solutions while expanding impact with local, national and international communities.
Reimagined Sustainability
The Environmental Collaboratory tackles the global climate crisis with an inclusive, interdisciplinary approach, strengthening the University's institutional climate commitment and sustainability leadership.

Recent Announcements

Academic Transformation Update
The six-month Design Phase of Drexel's Academic Transformation concludes on July 3, setting the stage for full implementation. While the finish line of this first phase is in sight, several critical steps remain, and we encourage you to stay engaged with this important initiative.
Launching the Search for Dean of the New 鈥淭ech Unit鈥
I am thrilled to announce that we will soon launch the search for the founding dean of the academic unit that will unite the College of Computing & Informatics, College of Engineering and School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems. This is more than a leadership search 鈥 it's the next step in building something truly new and impactful.
In-Person Academic Transformation Office Hours with Workstream Co-Chairs
As shared at the Academic Transformation Update last week, we鈥檒l be hosting informal, in-person "office hours鈥 to connect directly with the co-chairs leading each workstream. This is not a presentation, just a conversation. We hope these smaller settings will make it easier to ask questions, offer feedback, and stay engaged with the work that鈥檚 helping to shape Drexel鈥檚 future.
A Pivotal Step Forward in Drexel's Academic Transformation
Yesterday marked a significant milestone in Drexel鈥檚 future, as Faculty Senate representatives held the final vote to support integrating schools and colleges as part of the Academic Transformation. Specifically, the Senate voted on integrating the School of Education within the College of Arts and Sciences, and unifying the College of Engineering, the College of Computing & Informatics, and the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems into a single college with three schools. These endorsements reflect the open dialogue and shared leadership of our deans, faculty, and professional staff 鈥 and our collective commitment to strengthening Drexel.

Latest News

Justin Best at the podium at Drexel's Commencement Top 10 Quotes From 性吧导航鈥檚 2025 Commencement
Speakers at the University-wide ceremony shared advice, reflections and life lessons to prepare the Class of 2025 for the next chapter of their lives.
Fireworks over the Philadelphia skyline from Citizens Bank Park. A 2025 Commencement Ceremony with Drexel (and Olympic) Blue and Gold
The University graduated its Class of 2025 at a historic University-wide event that stressed the value of a Drexel education and continuing experiential learning.
Wall containing posters and a TV screen with "The Philadelphia Challenge" 鈥楾he Philadelphia Challenge鈥 is Ready for You
The Philadelphia Challenge is a 性吧导航 library exhibit initiative based on the work of students exploring happiness and Philadelphia through a Psychology 101 鈥淕eneral Psychology鈥 class.
Statue of Mario dragon mascot New Artificial Intelligence Undergraduate Degree Will Put Drexel Students at the Forefront of Rapidly Advancing Field
性吧导航 is launching an undergraduate degree in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), joining a small but growing number of universities creating dedicated AI majors for undergraduates.