According to the Carnegie Classification update, UOG reported $22.4 million in research expenditures for fiscal year 2023, solidifying its standing as a key research institution in the Pacific. UOG's robust research grant portfolio supports groundbreaking work in marine and environmental sciences, terrestrial biology, water resources, health sciences, public policy and economics, Micronesian history and culture, and agriculture—areas of critical importance to Guam and the broader Micronesian region.

In fiscal year 2023, UOG managed over 170 federal research grants which supported 224 full and part-time positions and contributed $10 million in salaries and benefits to the local economy.

UOG President Anita Borja Enriquez emphasized the significance of this milestone: "The University of Guam will build on this recognition and momentum as we tulos mo’na (propel forward together in unison). We remain focused on initiatives that will further UOG’s ability to provide a valuable education, serve the needs of the communities in Guam and the region, and drive transformative research from island wisdom to global impact."

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, established in 1970, is the leading framework for categorizing U.S. colleges and universities based on their academic offerings, research activities, and overall institutional characteristics. The RCU designation strengthens UOG's position among national and international research institutions, unlocking funding opportunities, academic collaborations, community engagements, partnerships, and enhanced student research experiences.

For more information on UOG's research initiatives, visit: www.uog.edu/research.