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Investing aggressively in new and existing infrastructure.
Two new architecturally significant buildings opened recently
on our landmark Main Campus—designed by legendary architect
Mies van der Rohe. |
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Responding to advances in science and technology and
demands in the marketplace, with bold curriculum changes in
new and emerging fields such as
biomedical engineering, math and science education, honors pre-pharmacy, and undergraduate business with a focus on technology. |
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Strengthening the interprofessional programs that are distinctive
to the undergraduate and graduate experience at IIT and in
higher education today. This learning approach engages multidisciplinary
teams of students in projects based on real-world topics sponsored
by leaders in business and government. |
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Continuing to achieve record research funding as IIT's internationally
recognized faculty tackle a range of topics on campus and in
collaboration with national research laboratories, business
and industry. |
If you're new to IIT and would like to learn about the exciting opportunities we offer, please accept my invitation to visit us. You will see first-hand why we're proud of our 115-year history of achievement in academics and research. You will also have a chance to talk with some our 6,300 students and 600 faculty members who are making their mark on the world or eager to get started as future leaders in science, mathematics and engineering as well as architecture, design, psychology, business and law.
The Provost’s Office directs all university activities associated
with teaching, research and scholarship. The provost also oversees
areas that support the academic policies and activities of the
university’s educational mission.
The provost collaborates with the president on key university
initiatives, including:
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Coordinating and implementing the university’s
strategic plan. |
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Identifying academic priorities. |
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Developing long-term financial plans to achieve vital academic
strategic initiatives and capital projects. |