Craig Wheeland

A noted scholar in the area of public administration, Wheeland has published numerous articles in some of the leading journals in the field. He has also published two books and contributed to various others on the topics of local government and urban politics. His research on city management has received external funding from organizations such as the American Political Science Association.

Wheeland was named Vice Provost for Academics in January 2016. As Vice Provost for Academics, he works closely with the Provost in the oversight of the University’s academic enterprise. He oversees the academic affairs of the University, helping foster the development, promotion and support of faculty teaching and research, as well as student learning. Wheeland previously served as Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University.

Education

• Ph.D. Penn State University (1981 — 1989)
• M.P.A. University of South Carolina (1980 — 1981)
• B.A. University of South Carolina Aiken (1976 — 1979)

Companies

• Senior Vice Provost for Academics Villanova University (2021)
• Professor of Public Administration Villanova University (1990)
• Vice Provost for Academics Villanova University (2016 — 2022)
• Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs Villanova University (2007 — 2015)
• MPA Director Villanova University (1993 — 2007)
• Chair, Department of Political Science Villanova University (2001 — 2007)

Area of Expertise

• Urban Politics
• Local Government
• Public Administration

Research

• Leadership by elected officials and professional administrators in city and suburban governments.
• Collaborative problem-solving approaches, such as strategic planning.
• Municipal Institutions