ORS 353.440 Findings regarding coordination of programs

The Legislative Assembly finds that:

Public universities listed in ORS 352.002 and other educational sectors have academic programs that are related to or integrated with the programs of Oregon Health and Science University.

It is in the best interest of the state that a coordinated approach be taken to these related and integrated academic programs.

In order to best ensure the continued harmony of such academic programs, the Oregon Health and Science University and public universities shall coordinate such programs and shall advise each other of the following proposed changes to such academic programs:

Creation or significant revision, such as a merger or closure, of degree programs;

Creation or significant revision, such as a merger or closure, of schools; and

Creation or significant revision of major academic policies.

The Oregon Health and Science University and the Higher Education Coordinating Commission shall coordinate and advise each other of the following types of proposed changes to their related or integrated academic programs:

Coordination of strategic plans for achieving higher education goals;

Seeking advice and input from each other on modifications to statutory educational missions;

Working to develop a statewide educational data system;

Collaborating as necessary on the creation of any new degree programs; and

Notifying each other and commenting on tuition rate changes.

In order to further the coordination described by this section, Oregon Health and Science University officers shall maintain a role in the appropriate committees of the Higher Education Coordinating Commission.