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Satellite photo of the world in the middle of the following text blurbs: "from a Canadian University that engages in global activities, to a Global University that thrives in the Canadian context"

UVic Global Engagement Strategy

UVic is committed to becoming a truly global university

A connected and collaborative approach

The Global Engagement Strategy highlights the priorities for the next 5 years (2023-2028) to help transform the University of Victoria into a truly global institution. The Office of Global Engagement (OGE) will work across and with the university's portfolios to ensure that its expertise and initiatives support and facilitate the global activities, projects, and aspirations of units across campus, and complement the global facets of the existing plans:

Strategic Plan: Distinctly UVic
Research & Creative Works Strategy: Aspiration 2030
Indigenous Plan
Climate & Sustainability Action Plan
Equity Action Plan
Campus Plan

Three key dimensions of focus

In essence, the Global Engagement Strategy involves building on our strengths to partner with a select set of institutions to advance specific collaborative initiatives, enhance our global presence and reputation, and make UVic's unique offerings more accessible in key geographic areas. In the interest of clarity and focus, the strategy is structured around three key dimensions:

a) Modes of global engagement    b) Disciplines/areas for global engagement    c) Regions for global engagement

The key initiatives that stem from this focused approach will play a central role in shaping the global identity and impact of the University.

Our Priorities

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Programs

  • Strenghten UVic's commitment to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)
  • Explore, design and implement a diverse range of academic collaborations 
  • Deepen relationships with existing partners
  • Increase access to resources for partnerships in global education programming 
  • Enhance UVic's presence and partnerships in key geographic areas 
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Research

  • Enhance the global connectivity and key research areas
  • Establish frameworks to support visiting international researchers
  • Facilitate access to international research funding programs
Photo of Lək̓ʷəŋən traditional dancers welcoming UN delegates and visitors at the opening reception and launch of CIFAL Victoria, First Peoples House, in March 2022

Awareness and promotion

  • Enhance campus global engagement through cross-university networks and groups
  • Support global exchange opportunities for all campus members
  • Increase the visibility of UVic's global connectivity
Group of students from Mahidol University in Thailand learning about the sustainable Development Goals in a circle sitting in the floor, during a workshop delivered by CIFAL Victoria in 2023
We believe that truly 'seeing' and listening to one another, sharing ideas and insights, tapping into our collective experiences and expertise, celebrating our diversity, and supporting one another are crucial aspects of becoming a global and inclusive university. With this in mind, we invite all members of the UVic community to connect with the Office of Global Engagement - we look forward to working with you to support your global aspirations and initiatives.