Vice Provost for Internationalization

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Vice Provost for Internationalization


The University of Denver (DU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice Provost for Internationalization.

The Vice Provost for Internationalization (VPI) leads the university on international programs, partnerships and services.  The VPI is responsible for developing and implementing the university’s comprehensive international agenda and globalization efforts.  The VPI is the public voice for international education and scholarship and plays a key role in promoting and facilitating cross-campus opportunities for international education, research, and engagement.    The VPI oversees a large and complex set of units, including the Center for World Languages and Cultures, the English Language Center, International Student and Scholar Services, and the Office of International Education, which runs DU’s hallmark undergraduate experience, the Cherrington Global Scholars program.  The VPI has responsibility for a growing internationalization curriculum that includes credit-bearing classes for study abroad and language learning.  The VPI is responsible for the development and continuation of DU’s strategic partnerships with select institutions abroad, an essential part of our long-term vision. 


The VPI has a significant impact on the University's intellectual life and academic future by working collaboratively to nurture a robust and engaged faculty culture while supporting research, teaching and service. These university wide issues involve participation across the academic divisions and colleges, and as such, fostering the support of the academic deans is central to the on-going positive impact of internationalization on university culture.  This position requires a person of bold vision and passionate commitment, a strong communicator with a broad expertise in international education.


Located where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, the University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that defines its history. The University of Denver is a private institution built on exploration through research and collaboration among educators, students, and local and global communities. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st century education and a deep commitment to promoting inclusion, DU opens a world of opportunity to students and empowers Pioneers to make a difference around the world. The University of Denver is a mid-sized University of about 12,000 graduates and undergraduates with average class sizes under 21 students and an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Individual attention combined with big-city connections provide a wealth of professional opportunities for students, the majority of whom choose to stay in Denver after graduation.


The successful candidate for this position will have a clear and compelling vision for further developing and implementing the University of Denver’s international mission and engagement strategy. The successful candidate will also be a globally aware, innovative, entrepreneurial and visionary leader capable of motivating and collaborating with diverse teams to develop and execute plans to enhance the overall success of international education and engagement university wide. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated record of accomplishment in a leadership position related to international education at the university level.  An appropriate graduate degree, with a preference for a Ph.D. in an academic discipline and credentials that could qualify the applicant for a tenured faculty position OR significant international engagement and leadership experience preparing them to lead an office of internationalization in higher education is expected.


The Search Committee will accept confidential applications and nominations until the position is filled. Screening of candidates will begin immediately.  For best consideration, applications and nominations should be provided before July 19, 2019.   An application should include a letter describing relevant experiences and interest in the position; a resume; and the names of five references, with titles, addresses, business and home telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses.  Submission of materials in a PDF attachment to an email is strongly encouraged.  Individuals wishing to place names in nomination should submit a letter of nomination, including the name, position, address and telephone number of the nominee.  Greenwood/Asher & Associates, Inc., an executive search firm, is assisting the University of Denver in the search.

Applications and letters of nominations should be submitted to:

Jan Greenwood, Partner

Julie Holley, Senior Executive Search Consultant

Greenwood/Asher & Associates, Inc.

42 Business Center Drive, Suite 206

Miramar Beach, FL  32550

Phone: 850 650-2277

Fax: 850 650-2272


