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International Education Week Keynote Speaker: Dr. Marianne Larsen
In celebration of International Education Week, Dr. Marianne Larsen will be joining the University of Waterloo community to discuss the opportunities, challenges and barriers of internationalization and academic mobility.
Virtual Research Colloquium
The principal of the University of Strathclyde Sir Jim McDonald and president of the University of Waterloo, Dr. Feridun Hamdullahpur, invite paper/abstract submissions for the first virtual research colloquium. The colloquium will provide an interactive space for graduate students from each University to present to international schola rs in the field.
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) presentation by Dr. Klaus Rümmele
Waterloo International is pleased to be hosting Dr. Klaus Rümmele, Head of International Affairs Business Unit, from our valued partner university, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).
Dr. Rümmele will provide a brief introduction to KIT. The format will be a presentation of approximately 20 minutes followed by 40 minutes of Q-and-A and informal discussion.
This session will potentially be of interest to many in the University of Waterloo community, including those who want to learn more about:
Making a Difference: Exploring International Development Opportunities
Discover the benefits of academic volunteering and learn how to make a difference in furthering your research, teaching and learning experiences while contributing to international development.
Join us for a presentation from Academics Without Borders (AWB) and Engineers without Borders (EWB) for International Education Week and learn about their international development work and how you can get involved. This event will feature experiences and insights from AWB and EWB and will feature volunteers who have contributed to educational initiatives worldwide. Whether you're a faculty member considering volunteering or a student interested in the impact of global education, this event promises to offer valuable perspectives and inspiration. All are welcome!
Presenters:
Corrie Young, Associate Executive Director, Academics Without Borders
Dr. Kevin Pitts, AWB volunteer & Professor (retired) of Teaching and Learning at Seneca College
Dr. Colleen Willard, AWB volunteer & Professor Emerita of Education at Wilfrid Laurier University
Laurel Pierroz-Wong, President of UW Engineers Without Borders chapter