The Strategic Initiatives and International Recruitment at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) plays a vital role in the institution's commitment to diversity and excellence in higher education. This department is responsible for overseeing all international student recruitment strategies and activities for the university, ensuring a diverse and vibrant student body that enriches the educational experience for all.
Working in close collaboration with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and the Graduate Division, the Strategic Initiatives and International Recruitment office focuses on enhancing recruitment, outreach, and admission of international students. This involves overseeing all aspects of international recruitment, from planning and executing recruitment strategies to evaluating their effectiveness through yield efforts, travel, and related events.
To ensure alignment with UCR's comprehensive strategic enrollment plan, the department sets international recruitment priorities and goals, providing a clear vision for the university's global engagement. Regular tracking of long-term recruitment plans is implemented, with adjustments made as needed to guarantee goal attainment and continuous improvement.
Building and strengthening relationships with campus and community partners is a key aspect of the department's work. This includes assisting individual colleges in meeting university admissions goals and establishing partnerships with international university and high school to create recruitment pipelines. Under the leadership of the Vice Provost of International Affairs, the department oversees, evaluates, and manages an institutional partner network, while also contributing to development efforts.
The Strategic Initiatives and International Recruitment office is also actively engaged in securing extramural support for the university. This involves developing proposals to funding agencies that further UCR's mission to foster a diverse and inclusive learning environment, thereby ensuring the institution remains at the forefront of international student recruitment and global academic excellence.
