UEF Partners with Drexel University, USA, to Expand and Diversify International Programs
With a commitment to the internationalization of education, UEF continuously expands its global network of partners to strengthen collaborative activities and diversify training programs for students. On the afternoon of October 3, UEF held a successful meeting with representatives from Drexel University, USA, paving the way for numerous new collaborative opportunities in the near future.
Representing Drexel University, USA, Ms. Xue Yan, Director of Recruitment College of Computing & Informatics Drexel University, attended the working session. On UEF's side, Prof. Dr. Eric Jose Olmedo Panal, Director of the UEF International Institute, along with staff from the International Institute, welcomed and collaborated with the U.S. partner.
Drexel University is a research-driven institution renowned for its strength in fields such as Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Finance, and Nursing. As one of the leading private universities in the United States, Drexel boasts a rich history in education, having been founded in 1891.
During this meeting, Ms. Xue Yan provided detailed information about Drexel, highlighting the prestigious rankings the university has achieved throughout its long-standing development. With its strong focus on research, Drexel University offers potential for collaboration on postgraduate programs across a diverse range of disciplines, aligned with modern trends. The Drexel representative also shared information on some of the university's specialized courses, expressing hope that UEF students, alumni, or faculty members could participate to enhance their knowledge and experience.
Ms. Xue Yan proposed potential programs for future collaboration with UEF
The UEF representative also provided an overview of the university. Prof. Dr. Eric Jose Olmedo Panal shared insights into UEFers’s activities, international programs, and collaborative training with institutions such as the University of Gloucestershire and Keuka College, as well as UEF's international semesters and internship opportunities abroad. During the exchange, he expressed a desire to partner with Drexel University to diversify international programs for students, aiming to create a dynamic and creative learning environment that fosters collaboration and mutual growth.
Both parties engaged in detailed discussions about upcoming international collaboration programs
Through discussions, both sides proposed new collaborative programs, establishing a strong foundation for building future international programs for students between UEF and Drexel University. Concluding the session, Prof. Dr. Eric Jose Olmedo Panal gave Ms. Xue Yan a tour of UEF’s campus, allowing her to observe student activities firsthand and gain a broader perspective on her new partner institution.
