Senior Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, Teaching and Learning
Gail D. Burd
Under the leadership of Dr. Gail Burd, the Office of Academic Affairs advances the academic mission of the University of Arizona. Dr. Burd directs the efforts of the Offices of Instruction and Assessment, Curricular Affairs, Transfer Credit and Articulation. Dr. Burd is responsible for special academic budgets, fees, projects and reports.
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Academic Program Review
The review is intended to enhance the quality of a program and to assist in determining a program’s ability to respond to future challenges and opportunities.
Accreditation
The University has been regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1917. Also, many UA units, schools, and programs obtained specialized accreditation.
News & Reports
This public online archive includes documents submitted to improve academic-related policies, practices and processes on campus.
Collaborative Learning Spaces
The quality of education is enhanced through a variety of projects focused on continuous improvement of student-centered education including the development of centrally-scheduled Collaborative Learning Spaces.
Syllabus Project
Syllabi contain critical information students need to know about classes. Learn about syllabus policies and what is needed for UA records.
General Education
The university-wide general education program provides foundational knowledge and skills in support of the undergraduate degree programs and as preparation for life in a global society.
UA Learning Initiative
Student learning is improved through integrated faculty-student programs such as Faculty Learning Communities, the Student Advocates for Improved Learning (SAIL) Program, and the Learning to Learn Series.
Instruction & Assessment
The Office of Instruction and Assessment (OIA) provides exceptional resources and support to all those engaged in instructional activities at The University of Arizona.
Center for University Education Scholarship (CUES)
CUES serves as a model for change and improvement in higher education by fostering exceptional scholarly experiences for faculty and staff.
Curricular Affairs
Changes in the catalog, curricular, programs, and policy require shared governance approval and sometimes state-level reviews.
Transfer Credit & Articulation
Domestic and international transfer students will experience successful matriculation as their credits from other institutions are reviewed for compatibility by a network of articulation specialists.
University Fees
Request to add or modify Special Class Fees, Differential Tuition, Program Fees and Other Fees for your courses or programs.