Rahul Shrivastav is the Provost and Executive Vice President of Indiana University. 

The provost provides the vision and momentum for creating a welcoming, supportive, and safe learning environment for the IU Bloomington campus community. As chief academic officer, the provost also provides academic leadership and support for faculty and student initiatives that enhance education, research, and creative activity.

News from the Provost

A season of gratitude

December 17, 2024

Provost Shrivastav reflects onthe fall semester and his many reasons for gratitude. 

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Teams continue progress on IUB 2030

December 9, 2024

Momentum is being made on the plan’s pillars: Student Success and Opportunity, Transformative Research and Creativity, and Service to the State and Beyond.

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Creating a home for students

December 3, 2024

Provost Shrivastav discusses the university’s recent progress in helping students feel more connected and supported — improving student retention.

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Planning for our future

IUB 2030 charts an ambitious, seven-year vision, building on our strengths to further elevate the Bloomington campus and increase impact across the communities we serve and support.

Campus partners are working towards the creation of our implementation plan-- the guiding light to achieving our ambitious 2030 goals.

Follow our progress