Associate Provost for Academic Affairs Named

Campus Community, 

I am pleased to inform you that Brandi N. Frisby, acting dean of and professor in the College of Communication (CI), has agreed to serve as the new associate provost for academic affairs, effective May 13. This announcement is the result of feedback from faculty, staff and students and the search advisory committee.

Dr. Frisby has been a senior administrator in CI since 2020, serving as senior associate dean, associate dean for student success and acting dean. During Dr. Frisby’s tenure in CI, the college saw growth in total student enrollment, increased student retention and innovative program development and delivery. Dr. Frisby was instrumental in CI’s efforts to stimulate transdisciplinary partnerships across campus to serve a variety of students, to promote career readiness for UK graduates and to engage both faculty and students in meaningful research. 

I appreciate Dr. Frisby’s willingness to bring her experience in academic leadership to the Office of the Provost. Her experience building partnerships will be an asset as we work across campus to harness transdisciplinary curricular opportunities. With her help, we will continue positioning UK as a leader in teaching, research and service across the state, nation and world.

Please join me in congratulating Dr. Frisby. I know she is eager to work with you all in this new role.

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. 
Provost