Welcome to the Office of the Associate Vice President, Administration The mission of the Division of Administration is to plan, develop, implement and operate administrative systems and endeavors which support and are responsive to the needs and requirements of the University community and the external agencies governing these activities. These departments include Physical Plant Operations, Capital Planning Design and Construction as well the Office of Purchasing. The efforts of the Division will be conducted in a manner supportive of the Institutional Mission and the maintenance of a culture which advocates responsibility, respect, personal and intellectual growth. In achieving this, the Division will promote and implement effective and efficient business practices which support appropriate use of resources, the maintenance of high ethical standards and the preservation of the public trust.