The University of Oregon is applying for a prestigious Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation from the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities. To assist with the application process, the university is seeking input from the UO community about the university's specific impact in community and economic engagement. The online survey is open through Friday, Feb. 21.

About the Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation 

The designation is a nationally recognized program that assists universities with measuring and improving their positive impact on their communities. It has provided resources and guidance to universities for over a decade and aligns with UO’s shared principles and goals of Oregon Rising.

APLU is a membership organization that fosters a community of university leaders collectively working to advance the mission of public research universities. The association and its members focus on increasing access, success, completion and workforce readiness; promoting pathbreaking scientific research; and bolstering economic and community engagement.

Get involved

Receiving input from as many people connected to UO as possible will be beneficial to the application process. Broad participation will result in a well-rounded understanding of UO’s role in community and economic engagement and help shape the university’s strategy to better serve Oregon in the future.  Please complete the online survey by Feb. 21.

More information

Any questions about the process or survey should be directed to Tina Guldberg at tinag@uoregon.edu, assistant vice president for economic development and strategic relations, or by visiting the Government and Community Relations website.