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Our Place in the World
Strategic Direction 3 | Advancing Health. Together.
Our Place in the World
Strategic Direction 3 | Advancing Health. Together.
Our Place in the World
Strategic Direction 3 | Advancing Health. Together.
Strategic Direction 3: Our Place in the World
Deepen connections and influence locally and globally.
Priority 3.1
Work alongside local communities to advance shared priorities in health and wellbeing
Goals
3.1.1: By 2028, launch three co-designed initiatives created collaboratively with community partners that align to FHS research clusters
3.1.2: 25% increase in work integrated learning opportunities for undergraduate students by September 2028
3.1.3: Achieve or exceed the percentage of preceptors at SJHC / LHSC as articulated in the University / Hospital Affiliation Agreements by September 2027
Priority 3.2
Realize sustainable partnerships that expand FHS’s international reach
Goals
3.2.1: Signed partnership agreements with 3 new international partners spanning research and teaching by summer 2027
3.2.2: By 2029, increase the number of papers with international co-authors by 25% over the 2025 baseline
3.2.3: Increase the number of funding applications with international partners by 25% over the 2025 baseline in 3 years
Priority 3.3
Prepare students for global citizenship
Goals
3.3.1: By 2028 establish a $1M international experience fund to support international experiences
3.3.2: 100% of FHS students graduate with a global experience / global micro-credential / global health case experience
3.3.3: Achieve international student enrolment target for FHS programs – total of 15% across FHS
Priority 3.4
Amplify the FHS voice and narrative, within and beyond Western
Goals
3.4.1: By 2030, achieve a top 10 QS ranking for Sports-Related Subjects and a top 50 QS ranking for Nursing
3.4.2: Increase the News Reach of the FHS community by 15% over 3 years
3.4.3: Increase online engagement of FHS by 10% by 2029
Key insights informing the strategic direction:
- FHS’s research, education, and graduates generate meaningful impact across local communities. There is a strong opportunity to work more intentionally alongside community and clinical partners to advance shared priorities in health and wellbeing.
- Deepening and formalizing strategic international partnerships will strengthen FHS’s global reach, enhance collaborative research and education opportunities, and reinforce its reputation as a respected international partner.
- As healthcare becomes increasingly interconnected and global in scope, students must be prepared to engage across cultures, systems, and borders. Expanding international learning and global engagement opportunities will help equip graduates for global citizenship.
- While FHS contributes significantly to advancing healthcare and improving wellbeing, its impact is not always broadly visible. More coordinated communication, storytelling and narrative amplification will help elevate the Faculty’s voice, strengthen its identity, and enhance its influence and reputation within and beyond Western University.