Foster sustainable economic growth, create ample and meaningful employment opportunities and ensure decent work for everyone
This goal aims to promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all. The University of Tulsa is committed to economic development and providing opportunities for meaningful employment. TU actively engages in research, entrepreneurship, and community partnerships that foster innovation, job creation, and the development of skills necessary for a rapidly evolving workforce. By promoting decent work and sustainable economic practices, TU works toward SDG 8 to help build a future where prosperity is shared, and economic growth is a force for improving the well-being of both individuals and communities worldwide.
The University of Tulsa satisfies Sustainable Development Goal 8 by promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all through a multifaceted approach:
- Educational Programs: TU offers a range of educational programs in fields such as business, economics, and engineering that prepare students with the skills and knowledge necessary for contributing to economic growth and development.
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation: The University of Tulsa supports entrepreneurship and innovation through initiatives like business incubators and innovation centers, fostering an environment where students can develop entrepreneurial skills and contribute to economic growth.
- Research and Development: TU conducts research in various disciplines, including science, engineering, and economics, which can lead to innovations and technologies that drive economic development and job creation.
- Partnerships with Industry: Collaborative partnerships with local and regional businesses provide opportunities for students to engage in internships, co-op programs, and research projects, thereby gaining practical experience and contributing to the local economy.
- Workforce Development: The University of Tulsa works closely with local industries to identify workforce needs and tailor educational programs to match those needs, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the job market.
- Community Engagement: TU actively engages with the local community through outreach programs, workshops, and training sessions aimed at enhancing employability and promoting decent work opportunities.
- Research on Labor Market Trends: Academic research conducted at the university contributes valuable insights into labor market trends, which can inform policies and strategies for achieving decent work and productive employment.
- Promoting Decent Work Practices: The University of Tulsa, through its curriculum and extracurricular activities, instills values of fairness, equality, and ethical conduct, which are essential components of decent work practices.
- Supporting Sustainable Development: By educating future leaders and professionals, conducting relevant research, and collaborating with industry and government, the University of Tulsa plays a vital role in advancing economic growth and decent work, contributing to the broader objectives of SDG 8.
These actions collectively demonstrate the university’s commitment to SDG 8 and its efforts to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
2022 Data
1,000+
Employees
300+
Academic Staff
$190M+
University Expenditures
SDG 8 Targets
Establish policies to provide a living wage to staff and faculty
Enforce policies on ending discrimination in the workplace
Organize student career fairs and demo interviews for future career searches.
2018-2022 Research
4
Total Scholars
38
Total Publications
Policies
Processes
News
- The academic journal Genetics featured gene-mutation research conducted by TU students and faculty in its August issue. Using small worms known as C. elegans, the researchers investigated the […]
- The National Science Foundation (NSF) has granted a Major Research Instrumentation Program (MRI) award of nearly $250,000 to a team of interdisciplinary scientists at The University of Tulsa. […]
- The University of Tulsa’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship is excited to announce the launch of Hurricane Ventures. This new initiative, in partnership with 46 Venture Capital, is […]
- Research on reduced environmental stimulation therapy and perceptual body image disturbance conducted by Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences Associate Professor Sahib Khalsa has been featured in […]
- More than 75% of the 2.8 million traumatic brain injuries (TBI) occurring each year in the United States are concussions, making it the most commonly diagnosed type of […]
- Nathaniel C. Fick, who is finishing his first year as the inaugural U.S. ambassador at large for cyberspace and digital policy, said Thursday that his new bureau at […]
- Michael Keller, professor of mechanical engineering and associate dean for research in The University of Tulsa’s College of Engineering & Computer Science has received the M.M. Frocht Award […]
- The new president of the American Bar Association was in Tulsa on Wednesday to familiarize herself with the city and The University of Tulsa’s College of Law. Mary […]
- Roger Kollock, associate professor of athletic training and director of TU’s Exercise & Sports Science Program, has received a $73,019 grant from Telligen Community Initiative, a private, Iowa-based […]
- No stranger to the benefits of an immersive curriculum, Professor of Marketing Charles Wood recently assigned three sections of students – two sections of Principles of Marketing (PoM) […]