Surrounded by the joyful atmosphere of DTU’s 30th anniversary, alumni and lecturers of the International School returned to the place they once considered home to reminisce and speak of their learning and work journeys full of pride on the morning of November 3, 2024, at the 120 Hoang Minh Thao campus.
DTU Vice Provost Prof. Dr Lim Sang Taek speaking at the reunion
“I’m deeply honored to be here with all of you today for the launch ceremony for the International School Alumni Network or iSAN,” DTU Vice Provost Prof. Dr Lim Sang Taek said at the gathering. “This network was established as a bridge between our university on the one hand and alumni and partner organizations on the other. iSAN’s mission is to create a collaborative platform and a place to share knowledge, experience, and opportunities for mutual learning, all to improve education and to foster connections among members.
“I’d also like to use the occasion to extend my sincere thanks to all alumni for taking the time to attend today’s event. Your presence is a testament to your unwavering dedication to our university and your trust in this network. Alumni are our pride and a great source of inspiration. Many of you have become leaders, managers, and change makers across various fields.”
The iSAN Communication Board was launched, aimed at connecting alumni of the School
The reunion of alumni and lecturers of the International School brought forth many emotions and a lot of pride, as beautiful memories were recalled and achievements from years of dedicated efforts were shared.
On the same occasion, the iSAN Communication Board was launched, aimed at connecting alumni of the School. The iSAN network not only offers a place where alumni can meet and socialize but is also an excellent opportunity for them to share valuable experiences with current students.
Discussion session on the topic “Role of alumni networks in community connections and development”
Besides building a community for exchanging ideas, fostering friendships, and establishing collaborative relationships, iSAN also connects business partners with a talent pool made up of current students and alumni, to develop and strengthen a specialized workforce and foster strategies that generate innovation and growth in society.
As part of the event, the discussion session on the topic “Role of alumni networks in community connections and development” provided attendees with insights from members of the iSAN Communication Board. This gave them an understanding of the Network’s guiding principles and methods, and of the importance of connecting students of different classes.
Each member is a vital piece of the impressive and vibrant mosaic that is the International School
iSAN members can reconnect with their alma mater and other alumni and make significant contributions to shaping the career paths of current students. The vast knowledge, expertise, and experience of alumni are invaluable and can inspire the next generation and motivate current students at DTU to strive for future success.
Through various enriching and beneficial activities, the attendees could look back on the formation and development of DTU - and of the International School in particular.
Let’s call it a day of connection, for each member is a vital piece of the impressive and vibrant mosaic that is DTU’s International School.
(Media Center)