Provost

The American University of Rome (AUR), the oldest American degree-granting institution in Rome, Italy, seeks an energetic leader, compassionate manager, and engaged scholar to serve as its next Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. The University has made enormous growth strides in recent years and is poised to enter a new stage marked by amplified reach and impact. In close collaboration with the President and university community, the Provost will play a critical role in shaping AUR’s future for years to come. 

Established in 1969, AUR is a private liberal arts university founded on the idea that Rome is an ideal classroom and that a student’s educational experience is broadened and enriched by living in a multicultural environment. A unique and extraordinary institution, AUR’s faculty and staff teach, engage, and support approximately 700 undergraduate and graduate students representing over 50 countries. While all programs are conducted in English, 28 native languages are spoken among faculty and students. AUR’s academic programs are defined by a combination of theory and practice, abundant opportunities to gain real-world experience, and small classes that create intimate learning environments. 

Under the leadership of President Scott Sprenger, the Provost will join AUR at inflection point as the University embarks on a new chapter marked by enrollment growth, a strengthened financial position, and comprehensive strategic planning. The Provost will work closely with the faculty, President, senior leadership, and the Board of Trustees, providing visionary leadership and strategic thinking to advance institutional goals and support sustainable growth. The Provost will be a champion of the liberal arts and support a culture of continuous improvement, thoughtfully incorporating technological advances, pedagogical innovations, and best practices across teaching, learning, and advising. 

Review of applications will begin immediately. The preferred application deadline is Monday, December 2, 2024, although applications will be considered until the position is filled. 

Dan Rodas is leading this search with Amble Ryan and Nicole Sancilio.

The American University of Rome is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education, and candidates of all genders are welcome to apply.