- Student learning, as global citizens and as future members of a global workforce;
- Curriculum building and course enhancement;
- Providing international learning experiences even for students who do not study abroad and even in disciplines that have historically had few such opportunities;
- Developing the international capacity of faculty and staff;
- Advancing research by connecting institutions and scholars with those who have similar strengths and interests;
- Connecting to key parts of the world;
- Supporting and enhancing the international ties and interests of the surrounding community;
- Tackling pressing global issues of health, education, economic development, environment, energy, conflict, inequality, human rights, and social justice;
- Promoting the overall mission of the institution, giving it distinctive qualities, and enhancing its international positioning and reputation;
- Generating revenue through tuition and grants;
- General institutional capacity building;
Last Updated June 10, 2022
