Provost Office Staff

Welcome to the heart of academic excellence at Georgia Southern University. As part of the team within the Office of the Provost, we are dedicated to supporting our esteemed faculty and staff in Academic Affairs. Our mission is to create an environment where innovation thrives, teaching excels, and learning is transformative.

At the Office of the Provost, we prioritize supporting faculty and staff in Academic Affairs to ensure they thrive in their roles. From facilitating professional development opportunities to championing initiatives that enhance our academic community, our team is here to guide and empower.

The Leadership Team

Carl Reiber, Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs

Dr. Carl Reiber
Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
creiber@georgiasouthern.edu

Dr. Diana Cone
Vice Provost
dcone@georgiasouthern.edu

Dr. Cynthia Groover
Assistant Provost
cgroover@georgiasouthern.edu

Dr. Delana Schartner
Assistant Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
dnivens@georgiasouthern.edu

Dr. Dustin Anderson
Associate Provost for Student Success
danderson@georgiasouthern.edu

Mary Kate Allen
Communications Manager
mallen@georgiasouthern.edu

Trina Smith
Executive Assistant to the Provost
tsmith@georgiasouthern.edu