The process is expected to take 18 months, from August 2017 through December 2018.
November 2017 - Launch event
Employees were invited to help choose a working definition. Based on feedback, the working definition of internationalization that will be adapted for Langara is:
The intentional process of integrating an international, intercultural or global dimension into the purpose, functions and delivery of post-secondary education, in order to enhance the quality of education and research for all students, and [employees], and make a meaningful contribution to society.
- de Wit, Hunter, Howard, & Ergon-Pola
December 2017 - February 2018
Department and area meetings to review the process
February 2018
Internationalization forums
Early successes
April - May 2018
Langara community online survey - result summary
Summer 2018
Write goal statements
Identify measurable outcomes
Fall 2018
Consultation to develop measurable outcomes
Student survey
January 2019
Town hall to share date and gather feedback on the proposed strategy