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Office of the Provost

Office of the Provost

Welcome to Belmont University—a vibrant community where academic excellence, creative exploration, and a deep commitment to purpose-driven education come together in powerful ways.

As Provost, I am honored to support and champion the incredible work happening across our campus. At Belmont, we believe that education is more than the pursuit of knowledge—it's a journey of transformation. Our faculty are dedicated mentors and scholars who bring both expertise and heart to the classroom. Our students are curious, compassionate, and driven to make a difference in the world.

Whether you are exploring our programs for the first time, collaborating on groundbreaking research, or preparing to graduate and lead in your chosen field, know that you are part of a community that values innovation, integrity, and impact.

We are proud of Belmont’s distinctive blend of academic rigor and spiritual grounding, and we are excited about the future we are building together. I invite you to explore all that Belmont has to offer and to join us in shaping a world that is more just, more beautiful, and more filled with hope.

Provost of Belmont University

Academic Excellence, Office of the Provost

David Gregory

Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Excellence
Phone: 615.460.6400
Email: provost@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Rogers Center 235
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David Gregory

Office of the Provost Staff

Traci Hardy
Office of the Provost

Traci Hardy

Executive Assistant to the Provost
Phone: 615-460-6400
Email: traci.hardy@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Rogers Center 235
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LaKecia Hudson
Office of the Provost

LaKecia Hudson

Director of Operations for Academic Excellence
Phone: 615-460-6909
Email: lakecia.hudson@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Rogers Center 235
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Academic Excellence Council

Academic Excellence Council is a meeting among the top administrators from each of the areas under the Provost's purview.  The group consists of the Vice Provost, Associate Provosts, the University Registrar, the Executive Director of the Data Collaborative and the Deans from all twelve colleges.  Academic Excellence Council meets to discuss academic and student affairs that impact our students.

La Kiesha Armstrong
Office of the Provost

La Kiesha Armstrong

Vice Provost for Academic Excellence
Phone: 615.460-6964
Email: lakiesha.armstrong@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Rogers Center 233
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Erich Baker
Office of Research & Special Initiatives, Office of the Provost

Erich Baker

Vice Provost for Research & Strategic Initiatives and Professor of Computer Science
Email: erich.baker@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Rogers Center 248B
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Ginger Bossier
Office of the Registrar

Ginger Bossier

University Registrar
Phone: 615-460-6619
Email: ginger.bossier@belmont.edu
Office Location: Gabhart Student Center
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Stephen Eaves
College of Music & Performing Arts

Stephen Eaves

Dean of College of Music and Performing Arts, Professor of Music
Phone: 615-460-6408
Email: stephen.eaves@belmont.edu
Office Location: Wilson Music Building 117
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Chris Gage
Academic Excellence

Chris Gage

Vice President for Enrollment Services
Phone: 615.460.6963
Email: chris.gage@belmont.edu
Office Location: Jack C. Massey Center Office 235C
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Alberto R. Gonzales
College of Law

Alberto R. Gonzales

Dean & Doyle Rogers Distinguished Professor of Law
Phone: (615) 460-8259
Email: alberto.gonzales@belmont.edu
Office Location: Baskin Center 244
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Traci Hardy
Office of the Provost

Traci Hardy

Executive Assistant to the Provost
Phone: 615-460-6400
Email: traci.hardy@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Rogers Center 235
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April Hefner
University Marketing and Communications

April Hefner

Associate Vice President of Marketing and Communications
Phone: 615-460-6641
Email: april.hefner@belmont.edu
Office Location: Freeman Hall
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Julie Honey
Gordon E. Inman College of Nursing

Julie Honey

Dean & Professor of Nursing
Phone: 615-460-6198
Email: julie.honey@belmont.edu
Office Location: Inman Center 404
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LaKecia Hudson
Office of the Provost

LaKecia Hudson

Director of Operations for Academic Excellence
Phone: 615-460-6909
Email: lakecia.hudson@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Rogers Center 235
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Kimbell Kornu
Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine, College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Kimbell Kornu

Provost Professor of Bioethics, Theology, and Christian Formation, Professor of Medical Ethics and Theology
Phone: (615) 460-5970
Email: kimbell.kornu@belmont.edu
Office Location: FCOM 5004
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Carshonda Martin
Student Success & Flourishing

Carshonda Martin

Assistant Provost for Student Success & Flourishing
Phone: 615-460-8403
Email: carshonda.martin@belmont.edu
Office Location: Jack C Massey 2nd floor
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James McIntyre
College of Education, Office of the Provost, Adult Degree Program

James McIntyre

Dean of the College of Education and Assistant Provost for Academic Excellence
Phone: 615.460.6505
Email: james.mcintyre@belmont.edu
Office Location: JAAC 5022
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James Pierce
Watkins College of Art

James Pierce

Dean of the Watkins College of Art, Professor of Experiential Design
Phone: 615.460.6580
Email: james.pierce@belmont.edu
Office Location: Leu Center for the Visual Arts 103
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Sharrel Pinto
College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Phone: 615-460-6748
Email: sharrel.pinto@belmont.edu
Office Location: Mcwhorter Hall 223
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Brittany Schaffer
Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business
Phone: 615-460-6272
Email: brittany.schaffer@belmont.edu
Office Location: Johnson Center 353
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Thom Spence
College of Sciences & Mathematics
Phone: 615.460.6417
Email: thom.spence@belmont.edu
Office Location: Janet Ayers Academic Center 4025
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Anderson Spickard, III
Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine

Anderson Spickard, III

Dean, Professor of Internal Medicine & Special Assistant to the President for Health Affairs
Phone: (615) 460-5893
Email: anderson.spickard@belmont.edu
Office Location: FCOM 6503
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Bryce Sullivan
College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Bryce Sullivan

Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Phone: 615.460.6437
Email: bryce.sullivan@belmont.edu
Office Location: Ayers 2045
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Lila D. Bunch Library

Kim Terry

Systems and Web Services Specialist
Phone: 615-460-6507
Email: kim.terry@belmont.edu
Office Location: Bunch Library, 2nd Floor
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Randy V. Bradley
Jack C. Massey College of Business

Randy V. Bradley

Dean, Jack C. Massey College of Business
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Carol Smith Walter
Academic Excellence, Office of the Provost, Academic Assessment

Carol Smith Walter

Director of Academic Assessment
Phone: 615-460-6148
Email: carol.walter@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey 241
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Institutional Research & Strategic Analytics

Patricia White

Associate Provost, Assessment and Institutional Research
Phone: 615-460-6524
Email: patricia.white@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Hall 233
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