Dr. Petra Hauf is the inaugural provost and vice president academic at UNB. In her role, she serves as the chief academic officer and delivers the academic mission at the university's two main campuses in Fredericton and Saint John, and at the Moncton site. Petra is a dynamic leader with a dedicated team of deans and vice provosts who oversee academic faculties, schools, libraries, registrars, student affairs and services, learning futures and experiential education.
She holds a doctorate in psychology from Frankfurt University and is an internationally renowned researcher in developmental psychology and a former Canada Research Chair in cognitive development. She is a strong advocate for community through participation in various volunteer boards and activities in support of Saint John, Fredericton and the surrounding regions.
Her commitment to students is central to her work. She focuses on creating pathways to excellence for student success by removing barriers, fostering inclusive learning environments, and ensuring that every student has the support they need to achieve their goals. Through her dedication to academic excellence, she has strengthened academic programming by championing innovative curriculum design and delivery, expanding interdisciplinary opportunities, and aligning programs with the needs of today’s students and communities.
She has also been a driving force behind the university’s Integrated Health Initiative, which is designed to transform the health sector through interdisciplinary education, cutting-edge research, innovation, and collaboration among health professionals.
506-648-5695 | provost@unb.ca
