| Objective | |
|---|---|
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Develop a “USD footprint” in major cities to promote international partnerships, exchanges and collaborations. | |
| Global Presence Committee | |
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The Global Presence Committee is chaired by Denise Dimon, Associate Provost for International Affairs, with members representing academic and administrative units. | |
| Progress | |
| • | Spring 2012: Global Presence Committee appointed, with input from deans and the Executive Vice President. |
| • | Fall 2012: Committee members developed goals and next steps. The committee discussed the “global footprint” concept and envisioned this "footprint" to provide opportunities and connections for our students, faculty, international alumni, professional programs, etc. The committee will draft a proposal, with a timeline for implementation, and share with others for additional input. |
| Timeline | |
| • | Spring 2013: Design a survey for internal and external constituents to determine current regional areas of activity and expected growth. Distribute the survey and review the results. |
| • | Fall 2013: Draft a proposal with recommendations for an international USD footprint. |
| Measurable Indicators | |
| • | Number of international partnerships (universities and organizations) |
| • | Number of international alumni events, and number of participants |
| • | Number of exchange students, and countries of citizenship |
| • | Number of international students, and countries of citizenship |
| • | Number of USD student activities abroad, with location and type of activity |

