Change is already happening
New challenges are taking shape that call for flexibility, both in higher education and in a world undergoing profound change. These challenges are numerous and complex. We have the creativity and expertise to deal with them. We are firmly committed to facing them head on.
Fast-tracking the evolution of higher education
Diversification of the student body creates even greater inclusion challenges. New training needs are emerging for people of all ages as demographic and technological change continues to reshape society,
The digital age forces us to redefine how we work, study, teach, and do research. This hybrid world provides development opportunities even as the decentralization of education increases competition.
Internationalization has become essential. Comparisons between universities no longer hinge on borders. Students and research teams have never been more mobile.
A changing world
Climate uncertainty is the greatest challenge of our time. ULaval must contribute to solutions and inform debates touching on everything from agriculture, oceans, forests, and ecosystems to energy and natural resources, the future of the North, urban development, and sustainable health among populations.
The rise of populism, disinformation, war, migration patterns, the right to education, cultural and religious identities—these issues deserve scientific scrutiny more than ever.
A world free of socioeconomic uncertainty remains an ideal. Inequality, demographics, and rapidly aging societies pose major challenges for businesses and social systems.
Actions that mobilize our community
Transforming who we are, developing our skills, and rethinking our organization
This strategy helps us collectively imagine, define, create, and sustain the university of tomorrow.
Innovating for social well-being by working on inclusive, connected, and sustainable projects
Research and innovation at Université Laval combines interdisciplinary relationships, partnerships, scientific entrepreneurship, responsible conduct, and a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Co-constructing solutions and maintaining long-term partnerships
Université Laval is committed to welcoming First Peoples, to developing shared initiatives and projects in collaboration with them.
Strengthening our culture of getting along together, without prejudice or discrimination
Everyone is entitled to respect and equal opportunity for success. People must have the freedom to communicate, collaborate, find fulfillment, and thrive.
Rallying our community to achieve our collective climate action ambition
This strategy provides leverage to go further. It puts forward a governance model, concrete goals, and ambitious targets.
Pooling our distinctive strengths and boosting our appeal to have a global impact
Université Laval is a world leader—we shine both among francophone countries and around the world. Carrefour international Brian-Mulroney is a key component of our internationalization strategy.
Unleashing the full potential of the Human Resources and Finance teams
Our goal is to revise the management model by reducing repetitive operational tasks (through best practices and technological advances) to create a service offering based on value-added expertise.
Building Université Laval 2040: defining the campus of tomorrow
This master plan will transform indoor and outdoor spaces to provide a rich experience for everyone who studies, works, resides, stays or spends time on campus.
Building a sense of belonging, pride, and commitment
With the Foundation being part of the university, philanthropy will play an even greater role in the successful completion of promising projects. This synergy will give donors and graduates who get involved an even better grasp of the impact of their actions.
Respecting the foundations of university life
Université Laval reaffirms its commitment to protect and promote the right to academic freedom and to ensure that community members can exercise such freedom without doctrinal, ideological, or moral constraints.
Supporting the diverse needs of students
Université Laval is committed to helping its students thrive. We must take action to better prevent the onset of symptoms of psychological distress.
Opening doors to higher education and encouraging people to stay in school
Boosting college and university graduation rates will make Québec a more creative, innovative, fair, and prosperous society.
Strengthening a culture of respect defined by inclusion, equality, fairness, and security
Université Laval is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment where everyone has the right to respect, dignity, and protection of their physical and psychological integrity.
Adapting to the new realities of the world of work
Université Laval pursues transformation by taking the new realities and opportunities of a changing work world into account.
