GEO's Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission Statement
The Office of Global Engagement facilitates comprehensive internationalization of Western Washington University in the pursuit of greater intercultural understanding, collaborative scholarship, and peace through academic people-to-people exchange.
Vision Statement:
We envision a Western Washington University community that engages ethically in the international exchange of ideas, learning, teaching, research, and people in pursuit of a more just and peaceful world.
Values
Through academic exchange, GEO values...
o Communities: GEO values our local and global communities by promoting intercultural awareness and understanding.
o Exploration: GEO values immersive exploration of the self and the communities in which we work and live.
o Transformation: GEO values cultural competency, adaptability, resiliency, and openness.
o Comprehensive Internationalization: GEO values a Western Washington University in which global learning, teaching, and research are threaded throughout the culture of our institution.