Dr. Michael Harris was Associate Provost at Eastern Michigan University, as well as a professor of political science specializing in public policy and administration. In 1994, Dr. Harris became a professor at EMU, and in 2000 was appointed Associate Provost. In 2004 Dr. Harris left EMU to accept the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs at Ferris State University.

The Michael Harris papers include such records as the Office of the Associate Provost newsletter, clippings, awards and honors, course outlines, correspondence, evaluations and promotions, and professional/academic faculty paperwork.