 In 2018, the College began expanding its academic footprint beyond its campuses in Boston, Los Angeles and the Netherlands by establishing its Global Portals program on several continents, opening doors for students from around the world to gain an Emerson College degree.Emerson College has acquired or redeveloped several buildings to expand the institution’s footprint as outlined in Pelton's vision.Pelton holds or has held positions on several educational boards and committees including the American Council on Education, the Harvard University Board of Overseers, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Oregon Symphony, Oregon Health & Science University Foundation, American Association for Higher Education, National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, and National Collegiate Athletic Association.