Global engagement
The Office of Global Engagement (OGE) develops and promotes global partnerships that advance UVic's strategic goals for internationalization, which includes:
- Providing support to UVic faculty and staff in furthering their international activities
- Coordinating international partnerships, projects and programs that enhance UVic's diverse intercultural and global environment
- Organizing and hosting international delegations
Global Engagement Strategy
The Office of Global Engagement has the mandate to support the implementation of the University´s Global Engagement Strategy 2023-2028, which highlights the priorities for the next 5 years to become a truly global institution.
OGE Newsletter
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May highlights
Philippine Embassy Delegation Visits UVic
On May 6, UVic was honoured to welcome His Excellency Jose Victor V. Chan-Gonzaga, Philippine Ambassador to Canada, and Consul General Gina Jamoralin for meaningful discussions with campus partners. The visit included a meeting with UVic Acting President Robina Thomas, and a roundtable discussion with representatives from the Office of Global Engagement, Pacific and Asian Studies, Division of Continuing Studies, International Centre for Students, CIFAL Victoria, Gustavson School of Business and Centre for Asia-Pacific Initiatives. The discussion provided an opportunity to exchange insights and explore areas for collaboration. It was inspiring to see UVic’s global units come together around shared interests and opportunities related to the Philippines in the relevant areas of research, innovation, talent and workforce development, and mobility.
Consuls General Visit UVic During ECSA-C Conference
On May 15, Consuls General from France, Ireland, Poland and Romania visited UVic during the 2026 ECSA-C Biennial Conference where they participated in a roundtable panel titled EU-Consular Perspectives in BC. The Office of Global Engagement welcomed the delegation for a day of campus activities, meetings with university partners, and student engagement, highlighting opportunities for collaboration and support.
EU Delegation Visit Highlights Global Research Impact at UVic
On May 20, the Office of Global Engagement organized an opportunity to host researchers, students, and Heads of Mission from 12 EU member states to explore how international collaboration can address global challenges.
UVic was honoured to welcome Her Excellency Geneviève Tuts, Ambassador of the European Union to Canada, for leading the delegation of representatives from Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, Slovenia, and Slovakia.
Delegates engaged with representatives of diverse campus units including climate solutions, aerospace, indigenous scholarship and European studies, who highlighted programs like the Coastal Climate Solutions Leaders Graduate Program, the Centre for Aerospace Research, Indigenous Governance and JD/JID, and European Studies at UVic.
Global Spotlight of the Month
Each month, OGE spotlights a UVic Faculty/Unit to showcase its global activities. Check out the current feature below.
Current Faculty/Unit
Our service approach
Meet the team
Associate Vice-President Executive lead of OGE and UVic's Global Engagement Strategy
Office: JCC B216 avpglobal@uvic.ca 250-721-6405
Director Manages OGE, TNE initiatives and international collaboration opportunities
Office: JCC B202a slkarras@uvic.ca 250-472-4101
Associate Director, Global Partnerships Manages global academic partnerships and institutional delegations
Office: JCC B202a nboulet@uvic.ca 250-472-4688
External Engagement Manager Oversees MITACS, ELAP, SICS scholarship programs, manages diplomatic or consular delegations
Office: JCC B224 lohj@uvic.ca 250-853-3586
Research and Data Manager Manages global related data, Research Circles, Impact Rankings, OGE website
Office: JCC B224 raulmendoza@uvic.ca 250-472-4827
Global Engagement Officer Oversees global partnerships, institutional delegations, SEED and CSC scholarships
Office: JCC B215 xianjingz@uvic.ca 250-721-8110
Events & Marketing Coordinator Supports OGE events, promotion and communications, and oversees SIAF and One World award programs
Office: JCC B226 shahmostakima@uvic.ca 250-472-4519
Administrative Assistant Provides primary administrative support to the Associate Vice-President, Global Engagement (AVPGE) and Director, Global Engagement.
Office: JCC B202a shinaekyung@uvic.ca 250-853-3875
Contact information
Jamie Cassels Centre (JCC), Room B215
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Mailing address
Global Engagement
University of Victoria
PO Box 3025 STN CSC
Victoria, BC V8W 3P2
Canada
Courier address
Global Engagement
University of Victoria
Room B215, Jamie Cassels Centre (JCC)
3800 Finnerty Road (Ring Road)
Victoria, BC V8P 5C2
Canada