University Research and Creative Works Council (URCWC)

The University Research and Creative Works Council (URCWC) supports the Vice Chancellor for Research in advancing the research enterprise at AUS. It plays a vital role in aligning academic and research activities, promoting a collaborative and supportive environment for research, and developing strategies that contribute to AUS’ growing reputation for excellence in research and creativity.

Through its work, the URCWC directly supports AUS’ mission to provide a transformative educational experience that emphasizes academic rigor, innovation and leadership. It also aligns with the university’s vision to be a leading institution in the region and globally, committed to producing impactful research that addresses both local and global challenges. By ensuring the integration of graduate and undergraduate education with the university’s research agenda, the URCWC also helps advance the university’s efforts in contributing to global knowledge and societal advancement.

The council further supports AUS’ commitment to innovation, creativity and global engagement by identifying opportunities for collaboration, innovation and external funding.

Through its strategic guidance, the URCWC ensures that the university’s research initiatives are impactful locally and internationally, strengthening the university’s role as a leader in research.

To explore how the URCWC's efforts align with and support the university's broader research goals, click here for insights into AUS’ research mission, strategic priorities, services, highlights and more.

Mandate

• Foster a supportive and enabling environment for research at AUS and assist in developing the University Research Strategy...
• Review and recommend new or modified research policies and procedures, research funding needs and allocations...
• Identify and recommend faculty and research staff hiring needs, as well as research infrastructure requirements...
• Ensure that the university’s innovation agenda, support functions and funding mechanisms are sufficient and aligned...
• Ensure that graduate and undergraduate education are optimally integrated with the university research agenda.
• Ensure that graduate student research assistant recruitment and allocation policies and procedures are aligned...
• Identify and promote opportunities for research collaboration with external stakeholders...
• Any other relevant matter that is brought to the URCWC by one of the members.

Membership