Institutional Commitments
UCalgary is committed to building an inclusive, caring and sustainable community where everyone can thrive.
Creating an inclusive, caring and sustainable UCalgary community
The institutional commitments are foundational to UCalgary's Ahead of Tomorrow strategic and implementation plans.
The Office of Institutional Commitments plays an essential role by leading the implementation of strategies and action plans, convening networks, and providing strategic advice and support across the UCalgary community, with a focus on creating an inclusive, caring, and sustainable culture that attracts and retains world-class researchers, students, faculty, and staff.
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Our Impact
With more than 38,000 students, 1,850 academic staff and 4,500+ non-academic staff at UCalgary, the Office of Institutional Commitments' (OIC) reach spans far. Below are just a few examples of the OIC's impact.
New from the Office of Institutional Commitments
Calgary International Film Festival and university bring film, students, community — and Adam Driver — together
UCalgary programs connect through live performance, career opportunities and more
UCalgary strengthens commitment to inclusive, caring and sustainable campus with new director appointments
Drs. Jennifer Thannhauser, Andrea Rowe and Kerry Black added to Office of Institutional Commitments leadership team
UCalgary initiative turns immigrant youth into community climate champions
Turin Chowdhury leads Refugee Immigrant Student Empowerment (RISE) program to teach high-school students research, leadership and health-related skills
From the Q Centre to Queerposium, student-led community is shaping Pride at UCalgary
From peer support to faculty-based clubs and a new research hub, students are creating year-round spaces for connection, visibility and belonging
Updated Classroom Search Tool helps faculty and students prepare for success
Get to know your classrooms ahead of time
What recovery means at UCalgary
As UCRC marks International Recovery Awareness and Recognition Month this September, explore UCalgary’s contributions to the field