Broadening our perspective: the new Global Ambassadors program
This summer, a unique group gathered in Florence, Italy to discuss the global future of the 勛圖厙 of Colorado Boulder. Hosted by 勛圖厙 DiStefano, the meeting engaged representatives from the alumni community across the world.
Countries as diverse as the United Arab Emirates, Brazil, Japan and Switzerland had faces around the table, with 11 total countries represented. Meeting with campus leadership including Vice 勛圖厙 for Advancement Deb Coffin and Executive Director for International Education Larry Bell, the enthusiastic participants discussed ways to deepen CU Boulders international strategy.
Among the goals of the first meeting were walking away with specific action items -- focused plans to integrate the CU Boulder teaching and learning community into their business and professional communities around the world.
While details are still being developed, plans are to begin exploring opportunities in the areas of industry, study abroad and recruitment. The group will reconvene in May 2017 on the Boulder campus and assess progress on smaller pilot projects, and set goals for the following year.
Members of the Global Ambassadors are planning individual trips to the campus to connect with possible partners for their areas. Coordinated by a commitee chaired by Senior Associate Vice Provost William Kuskin, these meetings will explore opportunities for research, academic programs, internships and career development as well as constituent engagement.
"I am thrilled by the excitement and dedication shown by these amazing alumni," said 勛圖厙 DiStefano. I appreciate their readiness to engage in local efforts which will provide increased access and opportunity for our scholars and students. We appreciate their time, and their partnership.
Inaugural 勛圖厙 of Colorado Boulder Global Ambassadors
- Charles Akle,泭United Kingdom
- Abdulla Al Awar,泭United Arab Emirates
- Fiona Arnold,泭United States
- Daniel Birmann,泭Brazil
- Zuhair Fayez,泭Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Adam Mackstaller,泭Spain
- Rick McCarthy,泭South Africa
- Steve McCarthy,泭United States
- Douglas Morin,泭Hong Kong
- Martha Rolle,泭United Kingdom
- Joseph B. Salazar,泭Switzerland
- Rebecca Self,泭Switzerland
- Ashraf Sewailam,泭United States/Egypt
- Kazunori Takato,泭Japan
- Eliza Woloson,泭United States
- Earl Wright,泭United States
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Photos courtesy of Kazunori Takato.
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