Giacomo Negro has been appointed as Emory University’s vice provost for faculty affairs, effective July 1, according to a May 14 announcement. Negro currently serves as the Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Management and Organization and associate dean for culture and community at Goizueta Business School.
The appointment is significant because the vice provost for faculty affairs oversees key aspects of faculty life at Emory, including recruitment, development, retention, promotion, tenure, and recognition. Pearl K. Dowe, senior vice provost for academic affairs, said: “The vice provost for faculty affairs serves as a champion for faculty across Emory. As a renowned researcher holding a named professorship, an administrator within a school, a former university governance leader and chair of the tenure and promotion committee, he brings an unparalleled depth of experience that allows him to grasp both the scope of faculty needs and the opportunities to enhance faculty excellence. I am confident he will partner with leaders across the institution to advocate for our faculty and elevate their experience.”
Negro will work closely with academic leaders to shape policy related to professional growth through the Center for Faculty Development and Excellence. He will also steward named professorships at Emory University while fostering connections between the Office of the Provost and various governance bodies such as the University Senate and Faculty Council.
Reflecting on his new role after nearly two decades at Emory in multiple leadership positions—including president of the University Senate—Negro said: “During my 18 years as a faculty member at Emory, I have developed a deep commitment to Emory’s academic mission and a sustained record of leadership in faculty affairs and shared governance…I see this position as an opportunity to provide continuity, stewardship and trusted institutional leadership in service of Emory’s faculty.”
At Goizueta Business School, Negro has worked on professional development initiatives including mentoring programs for junior staff members. He has also contributed to strengthening advisory structures aimed at transparency within his department.
Looking ahead in his new role as vice provost for faculty affairs, Negro plans to focus on developing coordinated approaches toward generative artificial intelligence in research/teaching practices while addressing issues around motivation during periods marked by constrained funding or evolving career paths within higher education institutions.
“I’ve spent my career at Emory working alongside faculty in different roles and contexts,” said Negro. “That experience has provided an appreciation for what our colleagues need to do their best work…I look forward to bringing that perspective…and partnering with faculty in every school and college to strengthen support policies that help them thrive.”
