The Internationalization and Global Engagement Strategy is critical to the University of Windsor's Aspire strategic plan. A cascading plan under Aspire: Together for Tomorrow, this initiative aims to embed internationalization into all aspects of the university’s mission and operations, following John Hudzik’s (2011) model for Comprehensive Internationalization. The strategy will enhance the University of Windsor’s global engagement, elevate its academic and research profiles, enhance the student experience, and create a more inclusive and globally minded campus community.
Consultation Process
The campus community is encouraged to contribute to the Strategic Internationalization and Global Engagement Plan during the Fall 2024 semester.
Preliminary Data
Prior to consultation with the campus community, preliminary data was collected to ensure alignment with the University of Windsor's established strategic priorities. Data sources included:
- Review of Aspire Data Summaries
- Preliminary discussion with Provost's Council
- Global Engagement Workshop (SOAR Analysis)
Phase 1: Drafting Strategic Priorities
The initial phase of the consultation process aims to determine the strategic priorities related to Internationalization and Global Engagement. Consultation opportunities include:
- Campus Community Surveys for faculty, staff, and current students - Reports coming soon.
- Interviews with the Executive Leadership Team
- Focus Groups with Deans+ Council and Associate Deans
Phase 2: Drafting Specific Actions
The subsequent phase of consultation will focus on determining the specific actions that will lead to the realization of our strategic prirorities. Consultation opportunities include:
- Focus Groups according to the themes of Comprehensive Internationalization
- Focus Groups with Provost's Council and the Executive Leadership Team
A project charter details, in part, key deliverables, scope, and milestones of the Strategic Internationalization and Global Engagement Plan. The cascading plan is governed by the Global Engagement Committee, and will be approved by Dr. Robert Aguirre, Provost and Vice-President, Academic.
The Global Engagement Strategy will be completed during the 2024-25 academic year. A full timeline is available as a gantt chart.
Project Updates
Each month, a summary of all project updates will be shared with the Global Engagement Committee. A copy of each monthly update will be posted below.
- September Monthly Update
- October Monthly Update
- November Monthly Update
- December Monthly Update
The Global Engagement Advisory Group, a sub-committee of the Global Engagement Committee, plays an important role in the development of the strategic plan. At each step in the process, including consultation method design, reporting, and drafting, the Advisory Group provides feedback and recommendations.
Advisory Group Membership
| Name | Position | Role |
|---|---|---|
| C. Busch | Senior International Officer (SIO) | Chair |
| B. Van Heyst | Decanal Representative | Member |
| L. Freeman | Faculty Representative | Member |
| M. Houston | Student Services Representative | Member |
| D. Wang | International Representative | Member |
| M. Novelletto | Student Representative | Member |
| H. Pratt | Research and Innovation Representative | Member |
| A. Mullen | Provost's Office Representative | Member |
| K. Wonnacott | Global Engagement Coordinator | Resource |