University Internationalisation Committee and its Sub-Committees
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Internationalisation Strategic Planning
The Internationalisation Strategic Plan identifies the University's overriding Internationalisation objectives. The plan will be reviewed in 2007, with a view to implementing a revised plan in 2008. The Internationalisation Strategic Plan objectives can be found in the appendix to the University Strategic Plan.
University Internationalisation Committee (UIC)
Terms of Reference
The University Internationalisation Committee shall:
- Provide direction on strategy and other matters pertaining to international agreements and alliances.
- Provide advice on the development and implementation of policies and strategies relating to international matters, as appropriate.
- Provide leadership and advice on international quality and benchmarking exercises.
- Guide, monitor, review and approve the activities of its Sub-committees.
- Monitor and report on Study Abroad and Student Exchange
- Facilitate and encourage the exchange and dissemination of information on international activities and issues across the University.
- Inform and advise the Academic Senate on international matters as they arise.
- Develop, implement, review and report the international objectives within the University’s Strategic Plan.
UIC Membership
Roles and responsibilities of members
The University Internationalisation Committee is a representative committee overseeing the activities of its Sub-Committees and ensuring appropriate interaction of international issues, as well as the dissemination of information and advice to the Academic Senate. Some members may be coopted to the Committee in an advisory capacity on the basis of their expertise in particular areas. The list of members is available here
The UIC shall consist of:
- the DVC (Academic and International) (Chair)
- the Chair of International Alliances Committee (IAC) (Deputy Chair)
- the Chair of the International Student Experience Committee (ISEC)
- the Deputy Chair of the Offshore Programs Advisory Committee (OPAC) and Director Transnational Programs Unit
- the Academic Registrar
- an Academic Senate Member (1)
- the General Manager UniAdvice
- the Regulatory Affairs Manager
- a Student representative.
Co-opted members are:
- the DVC (Operations)
- the DVC (Research)
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General
The University Internationalisation Committee will meet at least four times per year.
Quorum
The Committee shall have a quorum which is equal to one-half or, where one-half is not a whole number, the whole number next higher to one-half of the total number of members for the time being of the Committee.
Relationship of UIC and its subcommittees to other international roles and functions at UOW
UIC and its subcommittees complement and support the following roles and functions responsible for managing or running the various international activities of the University:
- Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International)
- Vice-Principal (Overseas Operations)
- UniAdvice
- Faculties
- Other relevant committees
International Alliances Committee (IAC)
Terms of Reference
The International Alliances Committee shall:
- Develop, monitor and review policies, guidelines and procedures for establishing, servicing and strengthening the University’s key international alliances and advise faculties on developing and maintaining international alliances through the faculty planning process.
- Provide direction on strategy and other matters pertaining to international agreements and alliances, and submit proposals to the Senior Executive for final approval.
- Review and provide advice on advanced standing to stakeholders.
- Administer and review the Strategic International Linkages.
- Formalise grants criteria and making recommendations to the Senior Executive on the allocation of International Links Grants.
- Facilitate and encourage the exchange and dissemination of information on international activities and issues across the University.
- Support the implementation of the University’s Strategic Plan, as appropriate.
- Report to UIC on progress and challenges.
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IAC Membership
Roles and responsibilities of members
Members are expected to report back on IAC business to their constituents (in faculties, business units, other committees), as well as participating in Committee discussions and decision making. The list of members is available here
IAC shall consist of:
- Dean appointed by DVC (Academic and International) (Chair) (Chair may also be a faculty representative)
- Director Research Services Office or nominee
- Director Transnational Programs Unit or nominee
- Faculty representatives (9)
- Graduate School of Business representative
- Manager International Relations
- Operations Manager ITC or nominee
Some members may be coopted to the Committee in an advisory capacity on the basis of their expertise in particular areas. IAC shall establish working parties for specific projects. Appointees to working parties do not need to be members of IAC. These Working Parties shall report to IAC.
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General
The International Alliances Committee will meet at least four times per year.
Quorum
The Committee shall have a quorum which is equal to one-half or, where one-half is not a whole number, the whole number next higher to one-half of the total number of members for the time being of the Committee.
International Student Experience Committee (ISEC)
Terms of Reference
The International Student Experience Committee shall:
- Provide advice on extracurricular activities for international students to ensure they support cultural interaction and exchange.
- Provide advice on the provision of social support and resources to international students.
- Support community engagement strategies including work experience that help international students to integrate into the University and broader communities.
- Facilitate and encourage the exchange and dissemination of information on international activities and issues across the University.
- Support the implementation of the University’s Strategic Plan, as appropriate.
- Report to UIC on progress and challenges.
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ISEC Membership
Roles and responsibilities of members
Members are expected to report back on ISEC business to their constituents (in faculties, business units, other committees), as well as participating in Committee discussions and decision making. The list of members is available here
ISEC shall consist of:
- Dean, Deputy Dean, Associate Dean, Director, Deputy or Assistant Director (Chair)
- General Manager Accommodation Services or nominee
- Chair of Illawarra Committee for International Students (ICIS)
- Coordinator Momentum Program
- General Manager, UniCentre
- Library Representative
- Manager Careers Services or nominee
- Manager Centre for Student Development
- Manager Community and Partnerships or nominee
- Operations Manager Student Recruitment
- Senior Manager Client Services
- Student Equity and Diversity Liaison Officer (SEDLO) (1)
- Student representative
- Sub Dean (1)
Some members may be coopted to the Committee in an advisory capacity on the basis of their expertise in particular areas.
Co-opted member:
- Student Advisor, Wollongong College Australia
Non-members included in Meeting Minute distribution:
- Academic Registrar
- Dean of Students
ISEC shall establish working parties for specific projects. Appointees to working parties do not need to be members of ISEC. These Working Parties shall report to ISEC.
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The International Student Experience Committee will meet at least three times per year.
Quorum
The Committee shall have a quorum which is equal to one-half or, where one-half is not a whole number, the whole number next higher to one-half of the total number of members for the time being of the Committee
Contacts
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Sub-Committee
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Chair
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Secretary
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International Alliances Committee (IAC)
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Prof Rob Whelan
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Claudia Perry-Beltrame
claudiac@uow.edu.au
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International Student Experience Committee (ISEC)
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A/Prof David Vance
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