Cover/Signature Page - Abbreviated Template
Institution Submitting Request: Utah Valley University
Proposed Title: Center for Global & Intercultural Engagement
Currently Approved Title: N/A (International and Multicultural Centers were not approved)
School or Division or Location: Academic Affairs/Student Affairs
Department(s) or Area(s) Location: Woodbury School of Business, Suites 146, 147
Recommended Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code1 (for new programs): N/A
Current Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code (for existing programs): N/A
Proposed Beginning Date (for new programs): August 1, 2012
Institutional Board of Trustees’ Approval Date:
Proposal Type (check all that apply):
R401-5
Items submitted will be reviewed by OCHE. If there are any issues,
the proposal will be returned for clarification/correction. If no issues,
the proposal will be returned with a note of approval and the request
will be placed on the General Consent Calendar of the next Regents’
agenda.
Section #
Item
4.1.5.2
Minor*
5.1.1.1
New Emphasis on an Existing Degree*
Certificate of Proficiency Not Eligible for
Financial Aid
Out-of-Service Area Delivery of Programs
Name Change of Existing Programs
Program Transfer
Program Restructure
Program Consolidation
Program Discontinuation
Program Suspension
Administrative Unit Creation
Administrative Unit Transfer
Administrative Unit Consolidation
New Center
New Institute
New Bureau
Graduate Certificate
5.1.2
5.1.3
5.1.4
5.1.5
5.1.6
5.1.7
5.1.8
5.1.9
R401-6
Items submitted will be reviewed by OCHE. If there are any issues,
the proposal will be returned for clarification/correction. If no issues,
the proposal will be returned with a note of approval and the request
will be placed on the General Consent Calendar of the next Regents’
agenda.
Section #
Item
Reinstatement of Previously Suspended
6.1.1
Program
6.1.5
Reinstatement of Previously Suspended Unit
*Requires “Section VI: Program Curriculum” of Abbreviated Template
Chief Academic Officer (or Designee) Signature:
I certify that all required institutional approvals have been obtained prior to submitting this request to the
Office of the Commissioner.
_____________________________________
Signature
Date:
Printed Name:
1
CIP codes must be recommended by the submitting institution. For CIP code classifications, please see http://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/cipcode/Default.aspx?y=55.
Section I: Request
Utah Valley University is requesting approval to establish a Center for Global & Intercultural Engagement
(CGIE). The Center will be responsible for leadership and support in the areas of international and
multicultural studies and student services along with related co-curricular and extracurricular programming.
It will develop a wide array of high-impact instructional and scholarly activities, and serve as a resource for
students, faculty, and the community who wish to gain a greater understanding of, and appreciation for,
global engagement, cultural diversity, and the issues related thereto. The CGIE will combine the activities
of the International Center and Multicultural Center into a more cohesive and collaborative effort between
Student Affairs and Academic Affairs.
The Center’s initial activities will include:
o Provide administrative support for international and multicultural programs (e.g. study abroad,
Fulbright programs, international internships, cultural excursions, student exchange programs).
o Provide support for international travel including safety and security processes.
o Organize annual Global Spotlight and Global Engagement Week activities.
o Provide institutional support and leadership for international and multicultural education programs
including the Global/Intercultural Graduation Requirement.
o Provide support for international students (e.g. visa processing, advisement, and recruitment).
o Provide support for the multicultural student population (e.g. advisement, recruitment, and financial
aid and scholarship information).
o Advisement and administrative support for ethnic and international student clubs.
o Provide support for visiting diplomats and other international delegations (e.g. the UVU
Ambassador Program).
o Participation in the campus-wide Strategic Chinese Initiative.
o Serve as an institutional resource for trends and best practices in connection to intercultural and
international education, inclusion initiatives, and issues related to underrepresented populations.
Section II: Need
Utah Valley University has placed inclusion and global engagement among its institutional core themes and
values. The Center for Global & Intercultural Engagement will provide critical support and resources
necessary to advance these values across the university. By combining existing divisional programs into an
institution-wide center, UVU will be able to provide more efficient, effective, and collaborative support for
international and multicultural education and student activities. The CGIE will thus be able to better provide
our students with higher impact programs and better prepare them for their post-graduate pursuits in our
increasingly diverse and globally interdependent world. The center will also be able to serve the community
through outreach and partnership efforts and provide our students meaningful experiences in connection
with their classroom learning.
Section III: Institutional Impact
The Center for Global & Intercultural Engagement will by co-directed by the Associate Vice President for
Academic Affairs-Engaged Learning and the Associate Vice President for Student Support Services. There
will be no negative effect on enrollments. The innovative design of the center will be a draw for students
who seek an engaged educational experience as it relates to diversity and cross-cultural education. The
Center will be a resource for students, faculty, and members of our community by providing high quality
academic and applied experiences for those from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
The co-directors will convene a campus-wide Global & Intercultural Council to consult and advise regarding
the vision, direction, and collaborative activities of the center. Individual program directors (e.g. international
study programs, multicultural student services, etc.) will work in close concert to advance the center’s vision
and mission as it relates to student learning, faculty scholarship, and public engagement.
Section IV: Finances
The CGIE will be funded with the combined resources of the existing International Center and Multicultural
Center. Thus, no institutional funds will be required to establish the reorganized unit. Fundraising strategies
are underway in coordination with the Development office.