2.7.O. Review by the Provost
“Recommendations in general are made by the Dean and then forwarded to the Provost for their review. Recommendations are reviewed by the Provost in consultation with University officers and members of the Provost’s staff. This step in the review process in general is intended to evaluate and confirm the school’s judgment: that the recommended action is a suitable one; that there has been (where appropriate) a satisfactory comparative search; that the documentation is complete; and that prescribed procedures have been followed. The Provost can obtain additional information to help assess the action. They can then make a favorable recommendation, a negative recommendation, or remand the case to the department or school for further information or consideration.”
(Source: University Faculty Handbook)