Office of the Provost

Welcome to the Office of the Provost

Paul Jensen

Paul E. Jensen, PhD

Executive Vice President and Nina Henderson Provost
215.895.2200 jensenpe@drexel.edu

Meet Drexel University's Chief Academic Officer

Provost Paul Jensen, PhD, was named executive vice president and Nina Henderson Provost in 2019. As Drexel University's highest-ranking academic officer, he oversees the academic and research divisions of the University, including 15 schools and colleges and numerous administrative units.

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Global Experience
International partnerships with over 120 institutions expand Drexel's reach  — along with students' cultural aptitude and experiential learning — around the globe.
see the world differently
Powerful Partnerships
Building from our over 100-year legacy of cooperative education, Drexel forges ahead as a global leader in experiential education with initiatives to expand these powerful partnerships.
partners in academics
Research & Innovation
Capitalizing on our strengths as a Carnegie-classified R1 research university, Drexel researchers build new knowledge and create solutions while expanding impact with local, national and international communities.
real-world impact
Reimagined Sustainability
Drexel researchers are partnering with community members to tackle the global climate crisis with an interdisciplinary approach, strengthening the University's institutional climate commitment and sustainability leadership.
building climate resilience

Recent Announcements

March 5 Academic Transformation Q&A Replaced with College-Focused Sessions
Feb 24, 2026
The March 5 Q&A Session has been canceled. To better support students, we are scheduling college-focused sessions this spring that will provide more comprehensive answers to your questions.
Canvas Resources and Spring Opportunities
Feb 23, 2026
As Drexel transitions to Canvas as our new learning management system (LMS), we are pleased to share resources and opportunities designed to support faculty in the months ahead.
Undergraduate Student Q&A on the Quarter-to-Semester Transition
Feb 18, 2026
All Drexel undergraduate students are invited to a Q&A event on Academic Transformation.
Faculty Access to ChatGPT Edu
Feb 13, 2026
As part of our ongoing commitment to academic excellence and preparing our community for an evolving technological landscape, faculty now have access to ChatGPT Edu — a secure, university-licensed generative AI platform.
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Latest News

Microphone with Crowd stock photo Drexel University's Recent Academic Activity: Sponsored Opportunities and New Partnerships From Fall 2025
Feb 9, 2026
Last term, Drexel University’s colleges, schools and departments received funding, created partnerships and otherwise contributed to the success of Drexel’s academic enterprise. This update offers a snapshot of activity, courtesy of the Office of the Provost.
A sketch of a jade vase by Atharva Gogate, a design graduate student in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design. Student Sketches Bring Drexel’s Historic Objects to Life
Dec 8, 2025
Dragons drew objects from Drexel University’s art collection — and you can now see both the art and the work it inspired in a new, free exhibition.
Drexel Institute on a building with a sculpture of an angel. Drexel History 103: How Well Do You Know Drexel University’s Presidents?
Dec 8, 2025
This quiz is themed around leaders throughout institutional history — including Drexel’s newest president.
People in white lab coats looking into microscopes. Faculty Highlights: Recent Awards and Grants
Nov 11, 2025
Last term, Drexel University faculty members were recognized for their scholarly research and prolific academic and professional contributions. This update offers a snapshot of activity courtesy of the Office of the Provost.
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