The University of the Arctic is a cooperative network of universities, colleges, and other organizations committed to higher education and research in the Arctic. Its overall goal is to empower northerners through education and knowledge sharing. It promotes circumpolar, interdisciplinary education to address challenges in the region. It has various programs and offices that facilitate undergraduate and graduate studies, student mobility, research, and knowledge sharing across the Arctic.
The document outlines the course integration structure for the European Master in Global Studies program. It describes the partnership between universities, student selection process, and student support facilities. Key points include:
1) The program is a partnership between 8 European universities coordinated by Leipzig University. It uses student mobility, joint degrees, and academic recognition between partners.
2) Students apply through a selection committee process evaluating academics, language skills, and motivation. Support includes assistance with housing, insurance, courses, and a newsletter.
3) The 2-year program combines courses on globalization topics with student exchanges between partner universities and a final master's thesis. It aims to provide an interdisciplinary global studies
The document summarizes the 2010 Long Range Plan published by the Nuclear Physics European Collaboration Committee (NuPECC). NuPECC is an expert committee that aims to strengthen European collaboration in nuclear science. The plan reviews the status of the field, issues recommendations to advance nuclear physics research and applications, and develops an action plan and roadmap for upgrading existing facilities and building new large-scale research infrastructures in Europe over the long term. It was developed through the work of six working groups and aims to position European nuclear physics globally and foster collaboration within Europe and internationally.
Promoting Space Science Education and astronomy in nepalRijendra Thapa
Proposal for placing the stall on Promoting Space Science Education and Astronomy In Nepal for the SET exhibition at St. Xaviers College, Kathmandu,Nepal . There were five team members led by myself.
The Nepal Astronomical Society (NASO) has been actively working to promote astronomy education and popularize science in Nepalese society. NASO organizes numerous public outreach activities like star parties, workshops, and observation campaigns. Through these events, NASO aims to develop scientific temperament, reduce superstition, and establish Nepal as a more scientifically aware and technologically advanced society. NASO's outreach efforts have led to greater public awareness of astronomy and a growing number of people interested in the field.
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The document outlines the course integration structure for the European Master in Global Studies program. It describes the partnership between universities, student selection process, and student support facilities. Key points include:
1) The program is a partnership between 8 European universities coordinated by Leipzig University. It uses student mobility, joint degrees, and academic recognition between partners.
2) Students apply through a selection committee process evaluating academics, language skills, and motivation. Support includes assistance with housing, insurance, courses, and a newsletter.
3) The 2-year program combines courses on globalization topics with student exchanges between partner universities and a final master's thesis. It aims to provide an interdisciplinary global studies
The document summarizes the 2010 Long Range Plan published by the Nuclear Physics European Collaboration Committee (NuPECC). NuPECC is an expert committee that aims to strengthen European collaboration in nuclear science. The plan reviews the status of the field, issues recommendations to advance nuclear physics research and applications, and develops an action plan and roadmap for upgrading existing facilities and building new large-scale research infrastructures in Europe over the long term. It was developed through the work of six working groups and aims to position European nuclear physics globally and foster collaboration within Europe and internationally.
Promoting Space Science Education and astronomy in nepalRijendra Thapa
Proposal for placing the stall on Promoting Space Science Education and Astronomy In Nepal for the SET exhibition at St. Xaviers College, Kathmandu,Nepal . There were five team members led by myself.
The Nepal Astronomical Society (NASO) has been actively working to promote astronomy education and popularize science in Nepalese society. NASO organizes numerous public outreach activities like star parties, workshops, and observation campaigns. Through these events, NASO aims to develop scientific temperament, reduce superstition, and establish Nepal as a more scientifically aware and technologically advanced society. NASO's outreach efforts have led to greater public awareness of astronomy and a growing number of people interested in the field.
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Presentation given by Michael McClain (UNESCO-IHE) on Monday 7 May at the 2012 Rotary International Convention in Bangkok. Session: New Opportunities - An Introduction to Rotary's Strategic Partnerships.
The document summarizes the International Astronomical Union's Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD). The OAD works to promote astronomy as a tool for development by coordinating resources and projects in areas like universities/research, education, and public outreach. It oversees regional nodes, task forces in key areas, and has strategic goals like establishing regional nodes on all continents and securing long-term funding by 2015. The OAD aims to leverage astronomy to benefit society through initiatives focused on research, education, and engaging the public.
This document summarizes the history and initiatives of the Nordic Network for Interdisciplinary Environmental Studies (NIES). NIES began in 2007 with a dozen researchers from three Nordic countries and has since grown to over 100 researchers from five Nordic countries. NIES supports research at the intersection of the humanities and environment. It has hosted several international conferences and workshops and helped develop new research projects and publications. Current initiatives include a journal on environmental humanities and developing a Nordic masters program and European cooperation in the field.
This document summarizes a pilot study on Arctic research publication trends conducted by the University of the Arctic Science & Research Analytics Task Force. It provides background on Arctic research cooperation and the University of the Arctic. The study used data from the Scopus database visualized using SciVal tools to analyze metrics like publication output, citation impact, international collaboration, and subject areas of Arctic research. The results are presented across various indicators with the aim of informing Arctic research efforts.
Presentation by University of Tromsø rector Jarle Aarbakke and NARFU rector Elena Kudryashova on the signing of a cooperation agreement between the two universities in Arkhangelsk on September 17, 2010.
The document summarizes the Polar Research Application and Research Center (PolReC) in Turkey. PolReC coordinates polar research efforts across 11 universities through its Scientific Advisory Board. It became officially established in 2015 to study areas like climate change, glaciers, marine life, and more in the Arctic and Antarctic.
PolReC's education arm, PolSTeam, creates public outreach programs on polar science and climate change. It represents PolReC in the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists to connect researchers. PolSTeam also establishes "Polar Clubs" in schools to educate students through hands-on projects.
The document concludes by listing some of PolReC's public events on topics like search
The document discusses the International Astronomical Union's Global Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD), which focuses on using astronomy to benefit communities in Africa. The OAD's vision is for astronomy to help create a better world by mobilizing resources to realize astronomy's scientific, technological, and cultural benefits. It outlines OAD's roles in implementing strategic plans, coordinating activities, and facilitating funding and infrastructure to promote astronomy education, research, and public outreach.
The document discusses the International Astronomical Union's Global Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD), which focuses on using astronomy to benefit communities in Africa. The OAD's vision is for astronomy to help create a better world by mobilizing resources to realize astronomy's scientific, technological, and cultural benefits. It outlines OAD's roles in implementing strategic plans, coordinating activities, and facilitating funding and infrastructure to promote astronomy education, research, and public outreach.
The document introduces the Cross-Border Citizen Scientists project, which aimed to provide science education to young people on both sides of the Finnish-Russian border. The project involved 12 students from Finland and Russia who studied the border area through four themes: environment, history, business, and mental borders. For each theme, students attended lectures, participated in in-depth study periods with specialists, held joint seminars to present findings, and taught other students what they learned. The goal was for the young "citizen scientists" to gain first-hand knowledge of the opportunities and challenges of the border area through conducting their own small research projects. The manual provides details on implementing a similar cross-border youth education project in other border regions.
This document discusses Africa's brain drain problem and potential solutions. It notes that millions of educated African workers are expected to migrate abroad by 2050, depleting Africa's scarce human capital. To address this, it suggests stimulating the relevance of sciences like physics and astronomy to African development, to encourage diaspora academics to return by improving research conditions and government support for science. It also outlines the Global Young Academy's efforts to establish and connect National Young Academies across Africa to empower young researchers and address regional challenges through science.
Mr Radu Constantinescu and Mr Goran Djordjević - Faculty of Science, Universi...UNESCO Venice Office
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The document discusses the benefits of undergraduate research programs during study abroad. Such programs allow students to gain hands-on research experience overseas, deepen their understanding of other cultures and contexts, and develop skills like teamwork and scientific communication. Case studies are provided of successful programs at universities like UQ that match students with international research opportunities and faculty. Funding sources for supporting undergraduate research abroad are also outlined. The panel then engages in a discussion around best practices for preparing, supporting, and following up with students on these impactful international research experiences.
Activities of the Ocean Literacy and Education Panel of the Oceanographic Soc...Hiroshi Ichikawa
Presented at the "Sea Grant Program and the Sustainable Use of our Coasts and our Seas: Examples from USA and South Korea and the Future Direction of Japan" on 16 May 2016 at Tokyo University of Marin Science and Technology (TUMSAT)
Shinagawa Campus, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
VERA presentation by Ilkka Liikanen, UEFEva Rybkova
The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) was established in 2010 through the merger of the University of Joensuu and the University of Kuopio. One of UEF's rising areas of expertise is Russian and border studies. The VERA Centre for Russian and Border Studies was established in 2013 to build a multi-disciplinary research community across faculty departments. The Centre has over 20 professors and 30 post-doc researchers working on research themes related to Russia and bordering lands. Cross-border cooperation with Russian scholars has helped develop UEF's international expertise in Russian and border studies, with the goal of becoming a leading research unit in this field.
Jan Pawlowski's slides from the webinar "Open education - global challenges" available at OERSverige.se http://oersverige.se/open-education-a-global-challenge/ Reuse: Follow the instructions in the beginning of the slideshow (CC BY-NC-SA, Jan Pawlowski).
RESEARCH COMMUNICATION AND TCC FOR WARIMA WORKSHOPtccafrica
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The International Scientific-Educational Center of NAS RA (ISEC) was established in 1997 to provide postgraduate studies, master's degrees, and PhD programs using the facilities of the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia. ISEC's master's programs are small with 30 or fewer students each, allowing for close contact with faculty. Students have access to NAS research laboratories and libraries to conduct their studies and research. ISEC also hosts international students and participates in the Bologna Process to further integrate with European higher education standards.
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Presentation given by Michael McClain (UNESCO-IHE) on Monday 7 May at the 2012 Rotary International Convention in Bangkok. Session: New Opportunities - An Introduction to Rotary's Strategic Partnerships.
The document summarizes the International Astronomical Union's Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD). The OAD works to promote astronomy as a tool for development by coordinating resources and projects in areas like universities/research, education, and public outreach. It oversees regional nodes, task forces in key areas, and has strategic goals like establishing regional nodes on all continents and securing long-term funding by 2015. The OAD aims to leverage astronomy to benefit society through initiatives focused on research, education, and engaging the public.
This document summarizes the history and initiatives of the Nordic Network for Interdisciplinary Environmental Studies (NIES). NIES began in 2007 with a dozen researchers from three Nordic countries and has since grown to over 100 researchers from five Nordic countries. NIES supports research at the intersection of the humanities and environment. It has hosted several international conferences and workshops and helped develop new research projects and publications. Current initiatives include a journal on environmental humanities and developing a Nordic masters program and European cooperation in the field.
This document summarizes a pilot study on Arctic research publication trends conducted by the University of the Arctic Science & Research Analytics Task Force. It provides background on Arctic research cooperation and the University of the Arctic. The study used data from the Scopus database visualized using SciVal tools to analyze metrics like publication output, citation impact, international collaboration, and subject areas of Arctic research. The results are presented across various indicators with the aim of informing Arctic research efforts.
Presentation by University of Tromsø rector Jarle Aarbakke and NARFU rector Elena Kudryashova on the signing of a cooperation agreement between the two universities in Arkhangelsk on September 17, 2010.
The document summarizes the Polar Research Application and Research Center (PolReC) in Turkey. PolReC coordinates polar research efforts across 11 universities through its Scientific Advisory Board. It became officially established in 2015 to study areas like climate change, glaciers, marine life, and more in the Arctic and Antarctic.
PolReC's education arm, PolSTeam, creates public outreach programs on polar science and climate change. It represents PolReC in the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists to connect researchers. PolSTeam also establishes "Polar Clubs" in schools to educate students through hands-on projects.
The document concludes by listing some of PolReC's public events on topics like search
The document discusses the International Astronomical Union's Global Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD), which focuses on using astronomy to benefit communities in Africa. The OAD's vision is for astronomy to help create a better world by mobilizing resources to realize astronomy's scientific, technological, and cultural benefits. It outlines OAD's roles in implementing strategic plans, coordinating activities, and facilitating funding and infrastructure to promote astronomy education, research, and public outreach.
The document discusses the International Astronomical Union's Global Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD), which focuses on using astronomy to benefit communities in Africa. The OAD's vision is for astronomy to help create a better world by mobilizing resources to realize astronomy's scientific, technological, and cultural benefits. It outlines OAD's roles in implementing strategic plans, coordinating activities, and facilitating funding and infrastructure to promote astronomy education, research, and public outreach.
The document introduces the Cross-Border Citizen Scientists project, which aimed to provide science education to young people on both sides of the Finnish-Russian border. The project involved 12 students from Finland and Russia who studied the border area through four themes: environment, history, business, and mental borders. For each theme, students attended lectures, participated in in-depth study periods with specialists, held joint seminars to present findings, and taught other students what they learned. The goal was for the young "citizen scientists" to gain first-hand knowledge of the opportunities and challenges of the border area through conducting their own small research projects. The manual provides details on implementing a similar cross-border youth education project in other border regions.
This document discusses Africa's brain drain problem and potential solutions. It notes that millions of educated African workers are expected to migrate abroad by 2050, depleting Africa's scarce human capital. To address this, it suggests stimulating the relevance of sciences like physics and astronomy to African development, to encourage diaspora academics to return by improving research conditions and government support for science. It also outlines the Global Young Academy's efforts to establish and connect National Young Academies across Africa to empower young researchers and address regional challenges through science.
Mr Radu Constantinescu and Mr Goran Djordjević - Faculty of Science, Universi...UNESCO Venice Office
This document summarizes a meeting on science, technology, and innovation held in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. It discusses the Southeastern European Network in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics (SEENET-MTP), which includes 20 research institutions from 11 countries. Over the past 10 years, the network has facilitated around 160 researcher and student exchanges, published 100 papers and several books, and organized over 10 scientific meetings. The document outlines the network's activities, publications, and future events, and presents a map of excellence in physics and mathematics research institutions in Southeastern Europe. It finds strengths in the critical mass of researchers and scientific output, but also weaknesses in international cooperation and human resource valuation.
The document discusses the benefits of undergraduate research programs during study abroad. Such programs allow students to gain hands-on research experience overseas, deepen their understanding of other cultures and contexts, and develop skills like teamwork and scientific communication. Case studies are provided of successful programs at universities like UQ that match students with international research opportunities and faculty. Funding sources for supporting undergraduate research abroad are also outlined. The panel then engages in a discussion around best practices for preparing, supporting, and following up with students on these impactful international research experiences.
Activities of the Ocean Literacy and Education Panel of the Oceanographic Soc...Hiroshi Ichikawa
Presented at the "Sea Grant Program and the Sustainable Use of our Coasts and our Seas: Examples from USA and South Korea and the Future Direction of Japan" on 16 May 2016 at Tokyo University of Marin Science and Technology (TUMSAT)
Shinagawa Campus, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
VERA presentation by Ilkka Liikanen, UEFEva Rybkova
The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) was established in 2010 through the merger of the University of Joensuu and the University of Kuopio. One of UEF's rising areas of expertise is Russian and border studies. The VERA Centre for Russian and Border Studies was established in 2013 to build a multi-disciplinary research community across faculty departments. The Centre has over 20 professors and 30 post-doc researchers working on research themes related to Russia and bordering lands. Cross-border cooperation with Russian scholars has helped develop UEF's international expertise in Russian and border studies, with the goal of becoming a leading research unit in this field.
Jan Pawlowski's slides from the webinar "Open education - global challenges" available at OERSverige.se http://oersverige.se/open-education-a-global-challenge/ Reuse: Follow the instructions in the beginning of the slideshow (CC BY-NC-SA, Jan Pawlowski).
RESEARCH COMMUNICATION AND TCC FOR WARIMA WORKSHOPtccafrica
A PRESENTATION ON IMPORTANCE OF RESEARCH COMMUNICATION AND TCC'S INPUT MADE AT THE WEST AFRICAN RESEARCH AND INNOVATION ASSOCIATION (WARIMA), WORKSHOP AT OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY (OAU), ILE-IFE NIGERIA
The International Scientific-Educational Center of NAS RA (ISEC) was established in 1997 to provide postgraduate studies, master's degrees, and PhD programs using the facilities of the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia. ISEC's master's programs are small with 30 or fewer students each, allowing for close contact with faculty. Students have access to NAS research laboratories and libraries to conduct their studies and research. ISEC also hosts international students and participates in the Bologna Process to further integrate with European higher education standards.
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1. University of the Arctic
Mission:
Vision: Empower the North…
In the North
Improve Access to
For the North Education…
By the North Serve Our Community…
Create Shared
Knowledge…
Build Regional Identity…
Strengthen the Voice of
the Arctic…
2. About U Arctic
The University of the Arctic (UArctic) is a cooperative network of
universities, colleges, and other organizations committed to higher
education and research in the North. Our members share
resources, facilities, and expertise to build post-secondary
education programs that are relevant and accessible to northern
students. Our overall goal is to create a strong, sustainable
circumpolar region by empowering northerners and northern
communities through education and shared knowledge.
We promote education that is circumpolar, interdisciplinary, and
diverse in nature, and draw on our combined strengths to address
the unique challenges of the region. The University of the Arctic
recognizes the integral role of indigenous peoples in northern
education, and seeks to engage their perspectives in all of its
activities.
3. Historical markers
• Mar. 1997: Presentation made to the Senior Arctic Officials (SAO) of
the Arctic Council on the concept of a circumpolar university.
• Jan. 1999: UArctic Circumpolar Coordination Office (CCO) is
founded in Rovaniemi, Finland, with financial support from the
Government of Finland
• Oct. 2000: Release of UArctic Integrated Plan: implementation of
Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies
• June 2001: University of the Arctic is officially launched; 1st UArctic
Council Meeting: Rovaniemi, Finland ; 1st UArctic Board of
Governors Meeting: Rovaniemi, Finland
4. Historical markers (cont’d)
• Feb.2002: Kick-off meeting for north2north undergraduate exchange
program, Helsinki, Finland; Arctic Learning Environment (ALE) online
learning materials are piloted; BCS 100: An introduction to the
Circumpolar North introductory bachelor-level course curriculum
begins
• October 2004: University of Manitoba joins U Arctic north2north
program; select first students for north2north program in Feb 2005
• Apr. 2005: UArctic’s proposal to the International Polar Year is
identified as the leading proposal in the Education, Outreach and
Communication cluster
• May 2005: 8th UArctic Council Meeting: Oulu, Finland. The new
Thematic Coordination Office at Oulu University, Finland and the
UArctic Press Editorial Office at the University of Alberta, Canada are
announced, GoNorth is accepted as a program under the Mobility
Strategic Area
6. Our Location : Offices
Governing Bodies: U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
Board of Governors
Council of UArctic
Decentralised Administration:
1 President 10
2 International Secretariat 3
3 International Academic Office 4
6
4 UArctic Press Editorial Office
Program Offices:
5 north2north Student Mobility
6 Undergraduate Studies 7
7 UArctic Field School
5
8 Northern Research Forum 2
8 9
9 UArctic Thematic Networks
Coordination Office 1
10 IPY Coordination Office
7. Our Programs : Strategic Areas
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
Undergraduate Studies
Circumpolar Studies Program (BCS)
Open Learning
Graduate Studies
Field School
PhD Networks
Mobility
north2north
northTREX
GoNorth
Access
Arctic Learning Environment (ALE)
Knowledge and Dialogue
Northern Research Forum
Thematic Networks
Circumpolar Universities Association
Mimir – Research Outreach Program
8. Our Programs : Circumpolar Studies
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
The Circumpolar Studies Program is an
interdisciplinary program specifically
developed to meet the needs of northern
communities. Students can take courses
online or on-campus at UArctic member
institutions.
9. Churchill Northern Studies Centre:
Arctic & Boreal Entomology Course
Arctic & Boreal Entomology
Course
July 7 - 18, 2008
Are you interested in:
. the ecology of insects across
one of the world's most
important ecotones?
. the diversity, taxonomy and
evolution of the insect
fauna across the northern
limit of trees from boreal
forests to the arctic tundra?
10. Open Learning
The Open Learning program offers shorter courses than
the BCS program, and has more emphasis on practical
courses and skills training. The programs subjects are
contemporary issues relevant to the North, such as
adaptation to global change, integrated ecosystem
management, traditional subsistence, eco-tourism, etc.
This program is still under development, but has already
shown success: the first Open Learning course, a
specialized course in environmental impact assessment
(EIA) for indigenous peoples, was offered by Saami
University College in . Funding was received from the
Finnish Ministry of Education, the Danish Government,
and UNEP.
11. Field Schools
The UArctic Field School catalogue is an online database of field
excursion courses in which students from UArctic member
institutions can participate. Please find the latest course descriptions,
dates, and application and contact information in our catalogue.
The Field School Catalogue includes courses from around the Arctic,
which are…
• externally open to students from UArctic member institutions
• predominantly "field-based" (ie, not in the classroom)
• of a limited duration (most courses are around 2-3 weeks)
• consistent with UArctic goals and values
If you are interested in having your course listed in the UArctic Field
School Catalogue, please contact the International Secretariat at
secretariat@uarctic.org. You may also contact the Field School
coordinators, Rasmus O. Rasmussen and Eystein Markusson.
12. PhD Networks
The University of the Arctic's
graduate education programs
feature three PhD Networks,
which also play a lead role in the
UArctic Field School.
• Circumpolar Arctic Social
Sciences PhD Network (CASS)
• Circumpolar PhD Network in
Environmental Studies (CAES)
• International Ph.D. School for
Studies of Arctic Societies
(IPSSAS)
13. north2north
The north2north student
exchange program
provides opportunities for
students to experience
different northern regions
firsthand, and to share
experiences face-to-face
by allowing students to
study at other UArctic
institutions.
14. Northern Teaching Resources
Exchange program
NorthTREX (Northern Teaching
Resources Exchange) is designed
to bring recognised northern
experts to centres of higher
education for short term teaching
residencies.
Short term residencies would last from one to twelve
weeks and meet both the needs of host institutions and
the schedules of individual faculty members.
15. GoNorth!
GoNorth! Members:
Finnmark University
College
Luleå University of
Technology
Murmansk Humanities
Institute
Roskilde University
Scandinavian Seminar
Group
Syktyvkar State
University
The initial program task force submitted a University of Alaska
Fairbanks
proposal to the EU Erasmus Mundus program University of Lapland
in 2005 and was granted financial support for University of Northern
British Columbia
two years (ending in December 2007) to University of Oulu
develop the program through a GoNorth! University Center in
Svalbard
project with 12 UArctic partner institutions. University of Tromso
16. Northern Research Forum
The Northern Research Forum
provides a platform for effective,
policy-relevant discussion and
the sharing of research on
northern issues.
Meetings are held biennially with the participation
of a wide variety of scientists, policy makers and
representatives of other stakeholders.
17. Thematic Networks
Thematic Networks encourage faculty and
Thematic Networks
institutional cooperation on subjects of
• THE VERDDE PROGRAM
• COMMUNITY BASED NATURAL shared interest among UArctic members.
RESOURCE CO-MANAGEMENT
UArctic Thematic Networks aim at
• ARCTIC MEDICINE
• ARCTIC AGRICULTURE AND
stimulating cooperation, sharing of
NATURE USE resources, and are important tools for
• UARCTIC THEMATIC NETWORK
IN GLOBAL CHANGE developing the stable relations among
• SOCIAL WORK member institutions that form the backbone
• WORLD IMAGES OF
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE OF THE of UArctic activities. This includes student
NORTH
• LOCAL AND REGIONAL
and faculty exchange, and joint curriculum
DEVELOPMENT IN THE NORTH and degree development as well as
• NORTHERN GOVERNANCE
•
research. Currently operating networks and
ARCTIC LEARNING
ENVIRONMENT their web sites can be found on the left
• INDIGENOUS ARTS AND CRAFTS
column of this page.
18. Circumpolar Universities
Association
The Circumpolar Universities Association is an organ for cooperation
between universities and other institutes of higher learning and
research in the northern circumpolar region. The aim of the CUA is
to encourage cooperation and promote higher learning and research
in northern areas. The CUA hosts a biannual Circumpolar
Universities Cooperation Conference. The last conference was held
in November 2003, in Whitehorse, Yukon.
CUA’s role is to represent the interests of higher education in the
circumpolar North to governments and non-governmental
organisations.
CUA is governed by its Steering Committee, and operates according to
the CUA Charter.
19. Mimir - Research Outreach
Program
Mimir is a research outreach program that was created to
ensure that there are strong ties between the planning
process for Arctic research and Arctic communities.
UArctic is involved in two major international Arctic
research events which are occurring now or in the next
few years:
– Second International Conference on Arctic Research Planning
(ICARPII)
– International Polar Year (IPY).
Mimir's primary responsibility is to plan and coordinate the
outreach portion of UArctic's participation in both
ICARPII and IPY.
20. The University of the Arctic and IPY
The UArctic will play a key role in
education and outreach during the
International Polar Year (IPY).
Endorsed by the IPY Joint
Committee, UArctic will be the
official provider and coordinator of
IPY higher education and outreach
activities.
The International Polar Year IPY begins in March 2007
and ends in March 2009. IPY is an internationally-
coordinated program to explore new frontiers in polar
science, improve our understanding of the critical role of
the polar regions in global processes, and educate the
public about the polar regions.
21. Our History : Record of Success
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
UArctic: A Success Story!
•Over 4000 student enrolments since 2002
•More than 200 exchange students 2005-06
•Nearly 70 students graduated since June 2006
•80% of curriculum by Northern authors
•20% of curriculum by Aboriginal authors
22. Our Future : Creating Northern Opportunities
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
UArctic: By 2010, more than . . .
•5,000 student course enrolments
•24 universities and colleges offering UArctic
courses in all 8 Circumpolar countries
•100 Canadian exchange students
•100 new Northern university grads . . .
23. UArctic : What is UArctic?
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
Why Canada needs UArctic
24. Why Canada Needs UArctic : Access
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
Access to Education
•Canada is the only Circumpolar state without
a university in its Arctic region
•Participation in university education in the
North is the lowest in Canada
•Building three new universities in the
Canadian Arctic is extremely costly
•UArctic is a cost-effective means to provide
relevant university access to Northerners
25. Why Canada Needs UArctic : Governance
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
Governance
•pressing need for a highly skilled Northern
civil service
•increasing need for well-educated Northern
leadership
•need to build effective and accountable
territorial and Aboriginal governments
26. Why Canada Needs UArctic : Economic Dev
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
Economic Development
• need to meet opportunities of new global
economy
•strengthen traditional industries—lumber,
mining, oil and gas, fishing—vital for Canada
•create new jobs and businesses in the
territorial and provincial Norths
27. Why Canada Needs UArctic : Arctic Sovereignty
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R C T I C
Arctic Sovereignty
needs to strengthened by . . .
•Effective territorial governments, built on skilled
and well-educated civil service
•Increased economic and resource development
through education and skills development
•Northerners trained in natural resource
management
•Northerners educated with skills in land and
environment surveillance
28. University of the Arctic
Web site: http://www.uarctic.org
Contacts at the University of Manitoba:
Office of International Relations
Jim Dean, Executive Director (U Arctic Council Representative)
Rhonda Friesen, International Cooperation (Communications Rep)
Associate Vice-President (External)
John Alho (President’s Representative on BoG)