Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs

A. Jennifer Clarke, Ph.D.
Interim Provost for Academic Affairs

Office: Student Services Building, Third Floor, Room 336B
Tel. (914) 251-6020 | Fax (914) 251-6019
Email a-jennifer.clarke@purchase.edu

The provost reports directly to the president and works with all College constituencies to build a strong sense of community. Her responsibilities include leadership in academic programs and services, strategic planning, general education and assessment, and faculty development, and supervision of the academic budget. She also serves as the liaison between the central administrative offices of SUNY and the Purchase community for such initiatives as the implementation of general education requirements and outcomes assessment measures.

The Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs oversees each of the College’s academic units, together with major areas of academic and enrollment management planning and support:

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Purchase, NY 10577-1402


Congratulations to our faculty and staff recipients of the 2008 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence!

Michael Torlen, School of Art+Design (Painting and Drawing): Excellence in Teaching

Ronnie Scharfman, School of Humanities (French and Literature): Excellence in Teaching

Murray Zimiles, School of Art+Design (Printmaking): Excellence in Scholarship and Creative Activities

Cynthia Markus-Jones, University Police: Excellence in Professional Service