Pan-University Initiatives
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Driving UVA's vision forward.

Leading and managing key strategic projects and initiatives that align with the university’s long-term goals and vision.

The Vice Provost for Pan University Initiatives...

is responsible for coordinating across schools and units to drive institutional priorities, particularly around multidisciplinary research. The Vice Provost often works with faculty and university leaders on developing and implementing strategic plans, supporting major university initiatives, and ensuring that these efforts align with UVA's mission and objectives.

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Megan Barnett

Vice Provost for Pan University Initiatives

Megan Barnett, Vice Provost for Pan University Initiatives, assists and advises the provost, faculty, and other university leaders on academic and strategic initiatives and other special projects. She partners with the Vice President for Research on initiatives to support and enhance research across the University.

Related Pan-University Initiatives

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AI @ UVA

Making AI both great and good by developing cutting-edge breakthroughs in AI that foster social good and drive economic prosperity for all.

ai-at-uva.provost.virginia.edu
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Grand Challenges

The Grand Challenges Research Investments support the five focus areas identified in the 2030 Plan: Democracy, Brain and Neuroscience, Environmental Resilience and Sustainability, Precision Medicine/Health, and Digital Technology and Society.

research.virginia.edu
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UVA Innovates

UVA Innovates is a pan-university entrepreneurship initiative connecting students, faculty, alumni, and the broader entrepreneurship community to resources. UVA Innovates can help you transform your ideas into reality.

innovates.virginia.edu
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The Foundry

The Foundry is the hub for entrepreneurs, innovators, and creative types on Grounds, where UVA undergraduate and graduate students can start something or simply explore. Come join us on Elliewood Avenue.

innovates.virginia.edu
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Contemplative Sciences Center

Combining contemplation, connection, and research to enhance flourishing.

csc.virginia.edu
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Gun Violence Solutions Project

GVSP brings together researchers, students, and the community to develop, implement, and assess actionable solutions to reduce gun violence.

gvsp.provost.virginia.edu

Pan-University Institutes

Biocomplexity Institute Initiative

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Brain Institute

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Environmental Institute

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Karsh Institute of Democracy

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Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology

Visit Manning Institute of Biotechnology

National Security Policy and Data Institute

Visit National Security Policy Center