IAS Tokyo 2025 Schedule

Join us for a reception to kick off our International Alumni Summit! Welcome remarks from Julia Farr (C’88, Parent’19, ’21, ’24), executive director of the Georgetown University Alumni Association. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and an open bar.

Attire: Business Casual

Join us for a thought provoking discussion on how the rule of law shapes global governance and its importance for stability in U.S.–Asia relations. Light breakfast and refreshments will be served.

Featuring:

• James Feinerman, James M. Morita Professor of Asian Legal Studies and faculty director of the Georgetown Center for Asian Law
• Jennifer Hillman, professor of practice, Georgetown University Law Center and co-director of Center for Inclusive Trade and Development
• Thomas Kellogg, adjunct professor of law and executive director of the Georgetown Center for Asian Law

Attire: Business Casual

Education is evolving to highlight global citizenship, empathy, and intercultural understanding. This panel brings together Georgetown faculty and Tokyo-based experts to explore how we are preparing students to thrive in a world where cross-cultural collaboration is essential. Light breakfast and refreshments will be served.

Featuring:

• Tom Banchoff, vice president for global education

Attire: Business Casual

Join us for the capstone event of the weekend at the Roppongi Hills Club. Take in stunning views of the Tokyo skyline while connecting with fellow alumni, parents, and guests over food and drinks. Hear remarks from university leaders on the shared future of Georgetown and Asia. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails will be served.

Featuring:

• Robert Groves, Interim President of Georgetown University
• Joel Hellman, dean of the Walsh School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University
• Joshua Teitelbaum, Interim Dean of Georgetown University Law Center and Executive Vice President of Georgetown University

Attire: Cocktail Attire