At the core of academic leadership at the University of Toronto Mississauga, the Office of the Vice-Principal, Academic & Dean provides strategic oversight of academic policy and champions the integrity and innovation of UTM's academic programs.
Additionally, the office plays a central role in supporting the academic mission of UTM's nineteen departments and institutes by:
- Fosters inclusive pedagogy
- Advances experiential learning opportunities
- Upholds academic integrity
- Supports faculty recruitment, tenure, and promotion
About the Office
Learn more about Bill Gough, vice-principal academic and dean, his leadership team, and the office's staff.
Academic Planning
Consult UTM's academic policies, including academic appeals, get help with academic planning, and read OVPAD's official communications.
Awards and Funding
Find out what awards and funding opportunities are available for students and instructors (including TAs) through the office.
Decanal Portfolios
Academic Integrity and Success
Provides resources to promote academic integrity and handle misconduct cases.
Experiential Education
Fosters unique learning and career-building experiences beyond traditional coursework.
Academic Human Resources
Offers comprehensive support across the faculty lifecycle from recruitment to retirement.
Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs
Supplies centralized support for grad students, postdocs, and their administrators.
Academic Programs and Quality Assurance
Ensures UTM's academic offerings are rigorous, relevant, and of the highest quality.
Teaching and Learning Excellence
Equips UTM educators to inspire through confident and compassionate teaching.
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