Office of the Provost
LMU is a Catholic university in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions with a commitment to social justice and the personal, intellectual, and ethical development of all in our community. Driven by our mission, LMU fosters a transformative educational experience - advancing knowledge and justice through academic excellence, vibrant programs, and a rich intellectual community.
LMU connects students committed to living lives of meaning and purpose with faculty who are both experts in their field and dedicated educators. With an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, LMU offers students personalized learning through 56 majors, 7 minors, 43 master’s programs, 2 doctoral degrees, a juris doctorate, and 12 credential programs across its seven colleges and schools.
Interim Executive Vice President and Provost, Kat Weaver
Dr. Kathleen Weaver serves as LMU’s interim executive vice president and provost, leading the university’s academic affairs and driving key strategic initiatives. Learn more about Kat and her contributions to LMU’s success and community.
Provost Communications
Stay informed with the latest messages, announcements, and updates from the Office of the Provost.
Faculty Hub
The Faculty Hub provides faculty with resources related to professional development, teaching, and scholarly and creative practice, as well as information on life as a faculty member, including sabbaticals and academic leave.
- Faculty Resources (policies, procedures, and other documents)
- New Faculty Orientation
- Grants, Funding and Awards
- Center for Faculty Development
Mission
LMU brings together individuals with diverse talents, interests, and cultural and religious backgrounds to enrich our community and advance our threefold mission: the encouragement of learning; the education of the whole person; and the service of faith and the promotion of justice.
Research
As a university recognized for its high research activity, LMU is a vibrant environment for scholarly and creative practice. LMU faculty and students from across the disciplines generate impactful innovations, discoveries, and creative works. LMU’s home in Los Angeles, one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse cities, provides our scholars and creators an ideal context for scholarship, creative practice, and engagement with contemporary challenges. LMU also produces action-oriented research through many of our widely-recognized research centers and institutes.
Resources
Contact
The Office of the Provost is open during normal operating hours (M-F; 8-5 p.m.).
Mailing Address:
Provost
University Hall 4820
1 LMU Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659
By Telephone:
310.338.2733 (voice)
310.338.1841 (fax)
By E-Mail:
provost@lmu.edu