A person who is appointed to superintend, or preside over, something; the chief magistrate in some cities and towns; as, the provost of Edinburgh or of Glasgow, answering to the mayor of other cities; the provost of a college, answering to president; the provost or head of certain collegiate churches
In some colleges and universities in the United States, a provost is an official who deals with matters such as the teaching staff and the courses of study
An officer of the college who serves as the primary facilitator for learners, who meets regularly with each learner, suggests resources, critiques work in progress, approves admission and graduation, etc A provost does not have administrative responsibilities at the college or university other than committee functions