AU is an innovator—a disruptor—among universities

From our home campus in Athabasca, Alberta, AU transforms the lives of learners and their communities, one person at a time through teaching, research, and impact—in ways no other Canadian university does or can.

The AU Way: Our core priorities

Access like no other

AU truly opens doors to new learners, from busy professionals to first-in-family learners, to people with disabilities.

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Opportunity like no other

AU provides opportunity, especially for those traditionally excluded from universities.

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Community like no other

AU empowers learners to live, work, and study where and how they want.

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Supporting the AU Way: Integrative priorities

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Strategies and initiatives around EDI must be integrated systematically in key university processes and decisions.

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Nukskahtowin

Our Indigenous leadership centre, Nukskahtowin, has the vital role of coordinating AU’s work with Indigenous learners, communities, and partners.

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Transformative systems

Our ability to make our highest contribution is only as strong as the systems that support us to do our best work.

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The AU Foundation: Team member, culture, and values

Personal foundation

Growth and authentic respect: At AU, every team member matters.

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Interpersonal foundation

Trust and teamwork: AU’s highest contribution is achieved through collaborative teamwork.

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Integrative foundation

Quality and innovation: Integrative culture focused on quality and improvement.

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A better and more equitable world

How we got here

Like no other is the product of 18 months of consultation and discussion with our team members, students, alumni, community members and supporters.

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consultation sessions

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