In support of Vision 2020 and the University of Portland mission, the Collaborative for International Studies and Global Outreach (CISGO) will continue the University-wide efforts to infuse a greater sense of internationalization and diversity into the UP community. Faculty and professional staff are invited to submit a grant proposal to advance diversity and inclusion on […]
Vision 2020
Heighten Your Intercultural Understanding: “This Side of Home”
With Vision 2020, the University’s new strategic plan, the UP community seeks to enhance intercultural understandings, including attitudes, knowledge, and skills. To assist in this endeavor, the School of Education is hosting a reading group to probe culturally relevant practices and strategies. This Side of Home, by Renée Watson (pictured), takes place in Portland, and explores the experiences […]
Enhance Your Culturally Responsive Teaching
Vision 2020, the University’s new strategic plan, includes a focus on globalization and diversity, with an emphasis on “infusing our entire community with a sense of multi-cultural opportunities and instruction.” To help professors from any discipline hone their culturally responsive teaching skills, a team of faculty representing the School of Education and the College of […]
Strategic Plan Survey: Your Ideas, Please
Vision 2020, a new strategic plan, will propel the University of Portland toward being its best: a dynamic, mission-centered, comprehensive Catholic university with a liberal arts focus known for its academic strength and preparation of world citizens through teaching and learning, faith and formation, and service and leadership. University president Rev. Mark. L. Poorman, C.S.C., […]