Michelle McEacharn has been appointed provost and vice president of academic affairs for the University of Louisiana Monroe. She has held the role on an interim basis since June.
Before her interim appointment, Dr. McEacharn was dean of the university’s College of Business and Social Sciences. She was appointed to her deanship in 2021, making her the first woman to hold the position. A faculty member since 1989, she has served in several other leadership roles, including department head, school director, and associate dean. Currently, Dr. McEacharn holds the title of Susan and William Banowsky Endowed Chair and Professor of Accounting.
“ULM is my home and my heart,” said Dr. McEacharn. “It is truly my honor to work each and every day for the ULM family in making sure everyone sees the value, quality, impact, and beauty of ULM and to continue to move the university forward.”
A first-generation college graduate, Dr. McEacharn earned both her bachelor’s degree and MBA from the University of Louisiana Monroe. She holds a doctorate in business administration from Louisiana Tech University.