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UMAP Canada-ASEAN region facilitated introductions UMAP Canada is hosting a virtual information and networking session to connect UMAP ASEAN and Canadian member institutions. Information will be provided on the Canada ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) Scholarship program as well as the UMAP Canada Scholarship program, followed by facilitated introductions and networking time with a goal of developing bilateral relationships. This event will take place virtually, February 21 4:00-5:00pm (Vancouver time). 3:30pm (PST) Info session for Canadian institutions only Registration is limited to representatives from UMAP member institutions in ASEAN countries. Please register by February 19 2024 @ 5:00pm (PST). https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkcemuqjorGNJlATAOIEaBXccQcntwzPuY |
Ateneo de Davao University invites participation in COIL orientation and programming
UMAP members are invited to join Ateneo de Davao University in exploring Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) and participate in its multi-institutional implementation for the academic year 2024-2025.
COIL, in essence, blends two classes from different universities through a condensed 8- or 5-week joint syllabus, co-taught by two professors. Culminating in a COIL output, students will demonstrate their acquired knowledge and learning.
To know more, please invite your faculty members to join us for an COIL Orientation via Zoom scheduled for 16 February 2024 (Friday), from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (PST), where we aim to:
- Orient professors and lecturers from partner institutions about this COIL initiative
- Introduce the nature of the COIL Classroom, elucidating the key aspects of its design as a tool for virtual exchange;
- Officially launch the Call for COIL Champions sign-up sheet.
To be eligible, professors should be:
- Teaching at the undergraduate level; and
- Administering subjects spanning the humanities, sciences, engineering, architecture, business and finance, education, medical sciences, and nursing
- No prior connections with professors from ADDU are necessary.
New USCO Resources for students and coordinators
Just in time for the Fall 2024 student application cycle, we are excited to share with you our new resource materials for students. Now available are three short videos:
- Understanding UMAP and its Programs
- Register an USCO2 Account
- Apply for programs
The videos can be found at: https://umap.org/usco2_resources_for_students/
In addition, the new Student Handbook is downloadable HERE.
And the new Handbook for Institutions is downloadable HERE.
Japan Hub for Innovative Global Education Symposium
The Japan Hub for Innovative Global Education (JIGE) Project is pleased to invite you to the JIGE Kick-Off Symposium scheduled for January 24-26, 2024 in Tokyo, Osaka, and Online (Zoom). This hybrid symposium will feature various sessions, workshops, and keynote presentations marking the commencement of the JIGE project in Japan.
JIGE is a groundbreaking global education initiative by three Japanese Universities (Kansai University, Tohoku University, and Chiba University) aimed at revolutionizing higher education and workforce development through innovative virtual, blended mobility, and internship programs. More information and the registration link can be found here: linktr.ee/JIGESymposium
Conference: Network for Education and Research on Peace and Sustainability
The Network for Education and Research on Peace and Sustainability at Hiroshima University, Japan, will be hosting their annual Conference March 6-9, 2024. The deadline for submission of conference abstracts is November 15, 2023. There are opportunities for publishing as well as financial aid for students. Complete details are available from: https://nerps.org/hiroshima_nerps2024/
