Past Programs
2022
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| Dec, 2021 to Mar 31, 2022 Are you ready to be a SUSTAINABILITY FUTURIST? We are looking for students who are passionate about sustainability to run social media campaigns to promote sustainability across countries and cultures. This project is working towards achieving the following Sustainable Development Goal (SDGs):
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| All students from APRU member universities are welcome. Interested students from APRU member universities should register by 15 November. |
| Clean Energy Technical Session Jan 11, 2022 I 5:15-7:20pm Malaysia Time (UTC+8) Topic & Speakers Sustainable Energy Landscape in Malaysia Mr. Ibrahim Ariffin Director (Energy Analyst), Strategic Planning Division Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA Malaysia) Sustainable Eco-System via Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion Ts. Dr. Sathiabama T Thirugnana Director, UTM Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) Sustainable & Renewable Energy for Commercial Sectors Dr. Arshad Salema Senior Lecturer, School of Engineering, Monash University Malaysia |
| Climate Action Technical Session Jan 11, 2022 I 7:35-8:40pm Malaysia Time (UTC+8) Topic & Speakers The Inevitable Tussle between Mankind & Nature for Coastal Space: A Malaysian Land Reclamation Story Dr. Chee Su Yin Senior Lecturer, Centre for Marine and Coastal Studies (CEMACS), Universiti Sains Malaysia Use of Mathematics in Combat against Climate Change Dr. Viknesh Andiappan Murugappan Assistant Professor, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia |
| Sustainable Cities & Communities Technical Session Jan 12, 2022 I 5:15-6:35pm Malaysia Time (UTC+8) Topic & Speakers Low Carbon Cities: Accelerating Towards a Low Carbon Future Ms. Norhasliza binti Mohd Mokhtar Senior Director, Cities & Industry Division, Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) Cities of the Future Dr. Susilawati Lecturer, School of Engineering, Monash University Malaysia |
| Open to all students from APRU member universities. Students are advised to use their university email to register for the talk. |
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| Jan 14, 2022 to Feb 25, 2022 Friday 5-6:30pm Pacific Standard Time (UTC-8) Throughout the synchronous virtual sessions, students will gain global skills and understanding that will help prepare them to be leaders in a global world. Sessions will be facilitated by UC Davis Global Affairs staff and they will be interactive, with discussions, activities, and reflections. Because participation will be limited to a small number of students (30-40) from across the APRU network, students will be able to make connections across the Asia-Pacific region and engage meaningfully with their peers. We welcome a range of majors and backgrounds as these global skills are important regardless of your future career path.
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| Open to all students from APRU member universities. Applications will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis, although we will also ensure that there is a balance of participants from different APRU institutions. Additionally, if you are selected, you must commit to attending all five synchronous online sessions in the series. The application deadline is 22 November 2021. |
| Feb 17 to Mar 1, 2022 I 3-6pm Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) The Keio Short-Term Japanese Studies Program (KJSP) 2022 is an eight-day program for international students and Keio students to learn about Japan through collaboration. By joining discussions and giving presentations on their cultures and societies, students will also have chances to rediscover their own countries from an outside perspective. |
| Participation is free of charge for students from APRU member universities. The application deadline is 1 November, 9am Japan Standard Time (UTC+9). Accepted students are expected to attend all the lectures and activities scheduled during the program. |
| Feb 19, 2022 I 9am-12pm Bangkok Time (UTC+7) Join Chulalongkorn University at an interactive session on how to face the ‘unknown’. Learn about tips to enhance mental health and well-being during COVID-19. Sign up for the session and connect with fellow students in Thailand! |
| Open to all students from APRU member universities. Students are advised to use their university email to register for the activity. Interested students should register by 14 February. |
| Feb 24, 2022 I 11am-12nn Hong Kong Time (UTC+8) The global influence of Hong Kong movies is immense. Dubbed “Hollywood of the East”, Hong Kong has been a leading force in the global cinematic arena. Our futuristic cityscape and vibrant street scenes are backdrops of countless local productions and have also made their way into numerous Hollywood blockbusters. Many of us grew up with films made or shot here in Hong Kong. This interactive virtual tour with The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) will bring you on a journey to explore the different facets of Hong Kong cinema. Our movie lover guide will show you the shooting locations of several cinematic classics and tell you the stories behind. You will also get to learn more about the city's movie stars, directors and the unsung heroes involved in movie production. Whether you are a fan of crime thrillers, a follower of Kung Fu flicks, or just want to learn more about the city's history and culture through the lens of films, join us at this virtual tour from the comfort of your home via Zoom. |
| All APRU students are welcome. Register on or before Feb 22 12noon (UTC+08)! |
| Black Liberation and Pedagogies Feb 16, 2022 I 4pm Pacific Time (UTC-8) In the first of the five events of the series, leading anti-racism scholars and community leaders will join us and discuss the contemporary challenges to Black liberation, promising practices and pedagogies in overcoming anti-Black racism, and how we can carry forward the legacy of John R. Lewis in the ongoing struggle for racial justice. Speakers: Savannah Shange, David H. Anthony III, Cat Brooks, Andrea del Carmen Vázquez Register Here |
| Solidarities for Justice Mar 2, 2022 I 4pm Pacific Time (UTC-8) In this event, we take inspiration from the concept of transcommunality and talk about how social justice efforts necessitate solidarities of multiple kinds — across race, ethnicity, class, gender, geography, etc. — based on a shared humanity. We explore what kinds of transformations are possible when we co-envision a more socially just, peaceful and interdependent world. Speakers: John Brown Childs, Steve McKay, Christine Hong, Sylvanna M. Falcón, Daniel "Nane" Alejandrez, Chisato Hughes Register Here |
| Social Movements for a Just Society Mar 30, 2022 I 4pm Pacific Time (UTC-7) “A democracy cannot thrive where power remains unchecked and justice is reserved for a select few. Ignoring these cries and failing to respond to this movement is simply not an option — for peace cannot exist where justice is not served.” — John Lewis said of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. Speakers: Veronica Terriquez, Hiroshi Fukurai, Elizabeth Beaumont, Rekia Gin Jibrin Register Here |
| Pathways to Thriving Communities Apr 6, 2022 I 4pm Pacific Time (UTC-7) “These young people are saying we all have a right to know what is in the air we breathe, in the water we drink, and the food we eat. It is our responsibility to leave this planet cleaner and greener. That must be our legacy.” ― John Lewis Speakers: Alicia Riley, Nancy N. Chen, James Doucet-Battle, Cristina Gamboa Register Here |
| Students as Agents of Transformative Change Apr 13, 2022 I 4pm Pacific Time (UTC-7) “Every generation leaves behind a legacy. What that legacy will be is determined by the people of that generation. What legacy do you want to leave behind?” ― John Lewis, Across That Bridge: A Vision for Change and the Future of America Speakers: Xavier Livermon, Student Speakers TBD Register Here |
| Open to all students from APRU member universities. Students are advised to use their university email to register for the activity. |
| Mar 17, 2022 I 7pm-8:45pm Hong Kong Time (UTC+8) HKUST Spark Global, a student-led initiative at HKUST, is hosting three sessions of destination themed virtual gatherings featuring different regions – North America, Asia & Oceania and Europe. In North America session, we will explore various college norms, popular sports, and traditional festivals in both Hong Kong and North America. Students from around the world are welcome to join the session and know more about Hong Kong and/or North America, and socialize with each other through mingling sessions and interactive games. |
| All students from APRU member universities are welcome. Interested students should register by 16 March. |
| Mar 21, 2022 I 7pm-8:45pm Hong Kong Time (UTC+8) HKUST Spark Global, a student-led initiative at HKUST, is hosting three sessions of destination themed virtual gatherings featuring different regions – North America, Asia & Oceania and Europe. In the session, we will appreciate the culture of Asia and Oceania through the lens of food. It would be fun to discover one’s culture through the local food ingredients and the history of food. Students from around the world are welcome to join the session and know more about Hong Kong and/or Aisa & Oceania, and socialize with each other through mingling sessions and interactive games. |
| All students from APRU member universities are welcome. Interested students should register by 27 March. |
| Mar 31, 2022 I 7pm-8:45pm Hong Kong Time (UTC+8) HKUST Spark Global, a student-led initiative at HKUST, is hosting three sessions of destination themed virtual gatherings featuring different regions – North America, Asia & Oceania and Europe. In the session, we will understand this culturally diverse continent through stunning attractions and astonishing architecture and buildings. Students from around the world are welcome to join the session and know more about Hong Kong and/or Europe, and socialize with each other through mingling sessions and interactive games. |
| All students from APRU member universities are welcome. Interested students should register by 27 March. |
| Apr 22, 2022 I 9am Hong Kong Time (UTC+8) Is looking for love online as promising as it is advertised? In this Master Class, we will uncover the secrets of online dating with tips and tricks for you to avoid scams and mishaps, and (hopefully) leads you onto a successful path of love. Speaker: Prof. Lik Sam CHAN Professor Chan is an Assistant Professor at the CUHK School of Journalism and Communication. He has been researching online dating and hookup cultures since 2013. His research areas include motivations behind dating app use, gender and queer politics embedded in dating app cultures, and, more recently, political expression in online dating. |
| All students from APRU member universities are welcome. |
| May 6, 2022 I 4pm Hong Kong Time (UTC+8) While modern medicine emphasizes on the treatment of existing symptoms, Chinese Medicine has its central idea focused on "nurturing health" with a holistic approach. At this Master Class, you will learn simple and easy-to-follow ways to nurture your health with Chinese Medicine principles. Speaker: Dr. Eun-hae HA Dr. Ha is an Assistant Lecturer at the CUHK School of Chinese Medicine. She graduated from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine majoring in Chinese Medicine and went on to receive her Master and PhD degrees there in Acupuncture and Moxibustion. Her teaching foci are undergraduate courses in acupuncture and moxibustion, as well as the meridian system. |
| All students from APRU member universities are welcome. |
| May 13, 2022 I 9am Hong Kong Time (UTC+8) You must have already improved your cooking skills when you can't dine out. Want to try something different? At this Master Class, our nutritional expert will teach you how to cook a healthy and delicious Chinese dish. Get your ingredients ready and cook with us! Speaker: Ms. Daisy SIN Ms. Sin is a Dietitian at the CUHK Centre for Nutritional Studies. The Centre conducts research in nutrition, and promotes awareness of the importance of nutrition among health care workers and the public through engagement on mass and social media. |
| All students from APRU member universities are welcome. |
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| Jun 3, 2022 to Jun 17, 2022 12:20-1:15pm Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) You don’t have to speak the target language fluently, just come along and enjoy chatting with other people from various backgrounds about their countries and cultures. It’s a great way to make new friends from around the world!
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| All students from APRU member universities are welcome. Interested students should register by 31 May. |