Virtual Alumni Engagement & Global Experiential Learning In a Pandemic World.-Virtual Alumni Engagement & Global Experiential Learning In a Pandemic World

Virtual Alumni Engagement & Global Experiential Learning In a Pandemic World

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The video is a webinar titled "Virtual Alumni Engagement and Global Experiential Learning in a Pandemic World" presented by Wei Loon Leong, the director of International Alumni Engagement at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He provides an overview of his university and its alumni engagement efforts, particularly focusing on the international alumni chapters in countries such as Canada, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, and UAE. He discusses the university's global programs, specifically in East Asia, where students engage in real-world consulting projects with companies like Volkswagen and Rich Products. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the class shifted to a virtual format, allowing students to work remotely with project sponsors in Japan, Vietnam, and Singapore. Leong emphasizes the importance of innovation, collaboration, and risk-taking in these challenging times. He concludes by sharing his contact information and expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to share his experiences. The webinar is copyrighted by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education.

Keywords

Virtual Alumni Engagement

Global Experiential Learning

International Alumni Engagement

Global Programs

Real-world Consulting Projects

COVID-19 Pandemic

Innovation