Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) seeks a closer partnership with China. This was the central theme at the Golden Jubilee celebrations of AIT during the Press Conference and Mini Exhibition organized at Beijing Normal University, Beijing on 26 October 2009.
AIT has an impressive history and significant achievements, says Laureate Chairman
Laureate Chairman to deliver extra mural lecture on “Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the Context of Higher Learning: A Future Model for Collaborationâ€
Mr. Douglas Becker, Chairman and CEO of Laureate Education Inc. will deliver an extra mural lecture on the topic “Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the Context of Higher Learning: A Future Model for Collaboration”. The talk will take place at the Milton E. Bender Jr. Auditorium at AIT, on 28 October 2009 from 2:00-4:00 p.m.About Douglas L. Becker : As chairman and chief executive officer, Douglas Becker led the transformation of Laureate Education (formerly Sylvan Learning Systems) from a domestic tutoring provider into the world’s leading international higher education company with operations in over 18 countries.
AIT eyes closer partnership with China
Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) seeks a closer partnership with China. This was the central theme at the Golden Jubilee celebrations of AIT during the Press Conference and Mini Exhibition organized at Beijing Normal University, Beijing on 26 October 2009.
21st Century requires new transformative models: expert
The Philippines renewed its full commitment to the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) and wished to remain an active member by becoming a signatory of the new AIT Charter. This was stated by H.E. Mr. Alberto G. Romulo, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines during a meeting with H.E. Dr. Tej Bunnag, Chairman of the AIT Board of Trustees and Prof. Said Irandoust, AIT President during their recent visit to the Republic of the Philippines.
Talk by Prof. Mohammad Taherzadeh on “Knowledge and technology transfer on waste refinery between Sweden and Thailand”
Prof. Mohammad Taherzadeh, Professor in Biotechnology at School of Engineering, University of Borås will deliver a talk on the “knowledge and technology transfer on waste refinery between Sweden and Thailand" on 27 October 2009. The presentation will take place at the AIT Board Room from 11.00 – 12.00 noon.
Special lecture by Prof. A. Jaafari on “The Making of Professional Managers and Leaders: How to suceed on the Face of a Fast Changing World”
Prof. A. Jaafari, President of Asia Pacific International College, Australia will deliver a special lecture on the topic "The Making of Professional Managers and Leaders: How to suceed on the Face of a Fast Changing World" . The lecture will be delivered on Tuesday, 27 October 2009 between 11.00-12.30 hrs at room number E-220.Prof.
Philippines renews its commitment to AIT
The Philippines renewed its full commitment to the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) and wished to remain an active member by becoming a signatory of the new AIT Charter. This was stated by H.E. Mr. Alberto G. Romulo, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines during a meeting with H.E. Dr. Tej Bunnag, Chairman of the AIT Board of Trustees and Prof. Said Irandoust, AIT President during their recent visit to the Republic of the Philippines.
AIT organizes workshop on wireless technologies for emergencies
Fun and frolic marked UN Day celebrations at the AIT Community School (AITCS). Jointly organized by the school and the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) of AITCS, the event titled “Fun and Food Fair†was also a grand fund-raising event, which coincided with the Golden Jubilee celebrations of AIT.
Fun and frolic at “Fun and Food Fairâ€
Fun and frolic marked UN Day celebrations at the AIT Community School (AITCS). Jointly organized by the school and the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) of AITCS, the event titled “Fun and Food Fair†was also a grand fund-raising event, which coincided with the Golden Jubilee celebrations of AIT.
AIT participates in United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) events
Prof. Sudip Rakshit, Vice President for Research, joined a series of UNEP activities in support of the existing partnership between the two institutions. On 2 October 2009, Prof. Rakshit attended the 10th Collaborative Action Network (CAN) meeting in which AIT is a CAN partner. The meeting began with an update on AIT-UNEP RRC.AP by Mr. Mahesh Pradhan, Interim Director.