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Global Careers through Asia Conference

February 3, 2023 | 2:00PM - 6:00PM

Asian Institute

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The conference will take place at the Munk School, 315 Bloor Street West.

This conference is open to U of T undergraduate and graduate students and alumni.

Organized by the Contemporary Asian Studies Student Union (CASSU) and Asian Institute at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, the Global Careers Through Asia Conference aims to inspire students to consider and plan for a global career in the twenty-first century. The unique perspectives and skills developed through Asian studies are meant to serve as a launching pad to prepare students for their future careers. Through a keynote address and panel presentations with a diverse range of alumni and industry experts, students can learn about potential career paths and engage in dialogue with speakers.

The conference brings together students, faculty, alumni and industry professionals to share personal career journeys and industry trends.

This conference will be held in person only.

2:00 - 2:10 pm | Registration

2:10 - 2:15 pm | Welcome Remarks by CASSU

2:15 - 2:20 pm | Opening Remarks

Professor Rachel Silvey - Richard Charles Lee Director, Asian Institute

2:20 - 2:40 pm | Keynote Presentation

Deanna Horton - Senior Fellow, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy

2:40 - 3:00 pm | Q & A with Deanna Horton – Moderated by CASSU

3:00 - 4:00 pm | Industry Panel

Muhammad Waqar Ahmad – Public Diplomacy Advisor, Foreign Minister’s Office, Pakistan
Sherlyn Hu – Mental Health Clinician at Mount Sinai Hospital, Visual Artist
Camil Ghajary – Government Relations Specialist, Canadian Nuclear Association
Katherine MacIvor - Program Advisor and Communications Officer, Asian Institute

4:00 - 4:30 pm | Q & A with Panelists – Moderated by CASSU

4:30 - 4:35 pm | Closing Remarks