Charter

The International Committee (IC) represents the interests and authority of Faculty, Academic Staff, University Staff, and students in fostering university internationalization through establishment of policy to guide the development and implementation of central international education functions, such as international institutional academic and research partnerships and education abroad programs.

1. Membership. The committee is composed of the following members:
   1. Eight Faculty members, as follows:
      1. Six elected Faculty members, at least one from each Division;
      2. Two Faculty members appointed by the University Committee upon the recommendation of the Vice Provost for International Education;
   2. Three members of the Academic Staff, elected by the Academic Staff as “at large” representatives;
   3. One University Staff member appointed by the University Staff Committee;
   4. One Dean appointed annually on a rotating basis by the Chancellor;
   5. One student appointed by the Student Association;
   6. Two ex officio and non-voting representatives of the Center for International Education who carry responsibilities for inter-institutional partnership agreements and study abroad, appointed by the University Committee upon the recommendation of the Vice Provost for International Education.
2. Chair.
   The IC shall elect a Chair from among its voting Faculty members. The Chair serves for a period of one year. The IC Chair plans the meeting schedule and agendas in consultation with the subcommittee Chairs. The IC Chair ensures that agendas and minutes are conveyed to the Secretary of the University. The Chair oversees the IC’s subcommittee member selection process.
3. Functions.
   1. Develops and approves policies and recommendations to guide University internationalization.
   2. Reviews and recommends to the Chancellor University approval of international inter-institutional partnership agreements.
   3. Reviews and recommends to the Chancellor changes or University approval of arrangements for UWM-sponsored student travel to international destinations in high-risk locations.
   4. Advises UWM international education administrators regarding strategic program priorities and initiatives.
   5. Advises other shared governance committees when they encounter issues or legislation that have international elements.
   6. Represents University stakeholders in strategic planning for internationalization.