georgetown in asia November 19-23, 2024

Georgetown in Asia

November 19-23, 2024

We hope you’ll join us in November as Georgetown University leaders visit Asia to spend time with and engage our global community. Join us in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Manila to drink, eat, and enjoy socializing with Hoyas, parents, and friends!

Questions? Contact us at vipevents@georgetown.edu

Georgetown in Hong Kong

“Beyond Borders: How the U.S. Election Impacts Asia”

with
Joel Hellman, Dean of the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service
Tom Banchoff, Vice President for Global Engagement
moderated by
Yifan Hu (MA’00, PHD’03), APAC Regional CIO & Macro Head

Tuesday, 19 November 2024
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The Hong Kong Club
3/F Members Bar
1 Jackson Road
Central, Hong Kong

Business attire: Jackets preferred. No polo shirts, blue denim trousers, non-formal jackets, or sneakers allowed.

Graciously hosted by Alvina Chan (SFS’02)

Join us in Hong Kong for an engaging discussion featuring Joel Hellman, Dean of the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, and Tom Banchoff, Vice President for Global Engagement at Georgetown University. This event will delve into the implications of the U.S. election on Asia’s geopolitical landscape, economies, and international relations.

They will share insights on how changes in U.S. leadership and policy direction can affect the Asia-Pacific region, including issues such as dynamics, security partnerships, and diplomatic strategies. The conversation will also underscore Georgetown’s commitment to fostering international dialogue and collaboration, which are essential for navigating the complexities of a rapidly evolving global environment.

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Georgetown in Shanghai

“Navigating East-West Dialogue: Georgetown’s Unique Role in Education, Business, and Global Affairs”

with
Joel Hellman, Dean of the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service
Tom Banchoff, Vice President for Global Engagement

Thursday, 21 November 2024
6 to 8 p.m.

JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square
JW’s Ballroom

399 Nanjing West Road
Shanghai, China

Graciously hosted by Wei Zhu (SFS’86, Board of Regents) and Jane Xu (Parents’27)

Join us for an insightful discussion featuring Dean Joel Hellman of the School of Foreign Service and Tom Banchoff, Georgetown University’s Vice President for Global Engagement. This event will explore Georgetown’s distinctive contributions to East-West dialogue, highlighting the university’s commitment to fostering academic and cultural exchanges with China amidst geopolitical complexities.

This event promises to be an engaging opportunity for Georgetown alumni and guests to connect with university leaders and explore the vital role of education in promoting dialogue and understanding across cultures.

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Georgetown in Manila

Hoya Reception

with
special guests from Georgetown and the local Filipino community

Saturday, 23 November 2024
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

The Astbury
2 Orion, Makati, 1209
Metro Manila, Philippines

Graciously hosted by Ronni Davis

Join us for a discussion with special guests around the impact of the U.S. election, current events, as well as updates from Georgetown about developments on campus.

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