Shape: The University Strategic Plan 2023-2033
This plan outlines a bold vision for the University of Alberta's future.
Why Shape?
Because at the University of Alberta, we shape futures through top-tier education and research. We shape ideas through impressive innovations and renowned discoveries. And we shape trust through the relationships and experiences we build every day.
Each person's contribution to the University of Alberta gives shape to what we offer the world, and how we offer it. We want this plan to shape the work we all do — the work that will shape the future of the university for the next 10 years.
Celebrating the Launch
Watch Bill Flanagan, President and Vice-Chancellor, and Verna Yiu, Acting Provost and Vice-President Academic, launch our new guiding document for the business and vision of the U of A for the next decade. Learn how we all have a part to play in its success.

Coming together as one university, our north star is impact — in Alberta, Canada and the world. We will lead with purpose as never before.”
Bill Flanagan, President and Vice Chancellor

In recent years, the University of Alberta has undertaken a bold evolution, including the development of a new academic structure. We stand ready for the future.
Over the next 10 years, we will leverage our new structure and align our resources to achieve deeper and more transformational impacts across all areas of our university’s mission.
