Sharma steps down as RISD provost, national search commenced

ON WEDNESDAY, a Rhode Island School of Design spokesperson confirmed Pradeep Sharma, the college's provost, has stepped down from the position. / COURTESY JO SITTENFELD/RISD
RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN Provost Pradeep Sharma has stepped down from the position. / COURTESY RISD/JO SITTENFELD

PROVIDENCE – After nearly two years years as provost at the Rhode Island School of Design, in March, Pradeep Sharma stepped down as the school’s chief academic leader.

A RISD spokesperson said Sharma had accepted a position outside the university.

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Sharma previously served as RISD’s interim provost, a post he took up in January 2014, and before then as the school’s dean of architecture and design, since 2012.

Currently conducting a nationwide search through Isaacson, Miller, RISD is seeking applications for the position from professionals with “a clear vision, a collaborative style, a deep understanding of contemporary values of equity and inclusion, and a commitment to advancing communities of students, scholars, artists, and designers” per a May 1 posting on Chronicle Viate.

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After the 2017 conclusion of the most recent report, per the position description on Chronicle Vitae, the successful applicant will play a role in identifying themes for the next strategic plan.

Confidential inquiries, nominations, referrals, and/or resumes with cover letters may be sent to Isaacson, Miller representatives online.

Emily Gowdey-Backus is a staff writer for PBN. You can follow her on Twitter @FlashGowdey or contact her via email, gowdey-backus@pbn.com.

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