APRU - Association of Pacific Rim Universities

[Participate at the UC Davis Entrepreneurship and International Business Program]

The Entrepreneurship and International Business (4-week) program at UC Davis introduces international students to global business concepts through courses in entrepreneurship, design thinking, and intercultural research. Students build English fluency, critical thinking, and leadership skills while engaging with real-world business challenges, industry experts, and hands-on learning experiences.

Who can participate: The program is designed for university students, but is open to anyone who would like to participate

Dates:
Summer Session II: August 7-September 4, 2026

Duration: 4 weeks

Application Deadlines: 60 days before the program start date (early June)

More:
https://cie.ucdavis.edu/academic-preparation-and-pathway-programs/entrepreneurship-international-business-4-week

Apply here: https://extensionpv.ucdavis.edu/portal/applications/applicationProfile.do?method=loadApplicationIndex&applicationProfileId=37324237

Contact: [email protected]

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[Welcome to APRU Undergraduate Leaders’ Program 2026]

The APRU Undergraduate Leaders’ Program 2026 has kicked off with its online pre-arrival orientation, as students from across the Pacific Rim begin connecting ahead of their time at Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech).

This year’s theme, “Future Ready: Leadership in the Age of AI and Robotics”, looks at how social robotics and embedded AI are shaping everyday life, industry, and society.

With the in-person program in Shenzhen coming up, participants are getting to know each other, hearing from the program team, and preparing for what’s ahead over the next few weeks.

Program Dates (in Shenzhen): June 22 to July 3, 2026

More: https://www.apru.org/event/apru-undergraduate-leaders-program-2026/

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[Final Call for Submissions: GLOW 2026 – The Global Conference for Women Leaders & Emerging Researchers in Materials Science]

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore is excited to invite submissions for GLOW 2026 – the Global Conference for Women Leaders and Emerging Researchers in Materials Science, taking place from 29 September to 1 October 2026 in Singapore.

Submit your work, showcase your ideas, and be part of a global platform shaping the future of materials science.

Deadline: May 31, 2026
🎓 Open to all researchers for abstract submission, with “Prestigious Travel Awards” available

More: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/mse/news-events/events/glow2026

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[Deepening APRU Connections Across Southeast Asia]

In May 2026, APRU Chief Executive Prof. Thomas Schneider visited Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), Universitas Indonesia (UI), and VinUniversity (VinUni) to deepen collaboration and strengthen regional ties.

Joined by Adriana Rojas, Senior Director, APRU Programs, Joey Chu, Senior Manager, Events, and Vini Damayanti, Communications and Administrative Officer, the delegation conducted new member onboarding and courtesy visits, advancing shared priorities including sustainability, global health, Indigenous knowledges, student leadership, and mobility.

These visits reflect APRU’s growing engagement in Southeast Asia, expanding its regional presence and opening new pathways for collaboration.

More: https://www.apru.org/news/deepening-apru-connections-across-southeast-asia/

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China Daily shines a spotlight on the APRU Sustainable Cities and Landscapes (SCL) Conference at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, underscoring the power of collaboration in shaping resilient, inclusive, and future‑ready cities.

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202605/25/WS6a1400f1a310d6866eb4a911.html

Thank you to our global SCL community for advancing ideas and solutions that help cities and landscapes thrive—today and for generations to come.



APRU Sustainable Cities and Landscapes Hub

[Happening This Week: Register Now for Seminar 3 of the Roots and Bridges: APRU Indigenous Connections Seminar Series 2026]

Titled “Valuing heritage: Local languages and Indigenous knowledge systems for our climate and digital futures”, this seminar explores heritage literacy in education and development—how language, identity, environment, and Indigenous knowledge systems intersect, and how digital platforms can serve as archives for ecological knowledge and cultural resilience.

Date:
May 28, 2026, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Ecuador Time: UTC/GMT -5 hours)
May 29, 2026, 8:00 am – 9:00 am (Hanoi Time: UTC/GMT +7 hours)
May 29, 2026, 9:00 am – 10:00 am (Hong Kong Time: UTC/GMT +8 hours)

Speaker:
Associate Professor Lisa Lim, Director of Engagement and Development, UNESCO Chair in Environmental Leadership, Cultural Heritage and Biodiversity, VinUniversity

Seminar host:
Emeritus Prof. David Romo, Universidad San Francisco de Quito

Registration: https://apru-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/kNMGYiOEQ8WGLTUMvmrrdA

Learn more: https://www.apru.org/event/roots-bridges-indigenous-connections-seminar-series-2026/
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[Apply by June 5 for the 11th Multi-Hazards Summer School]

Graduate students and young researchers interested in disaster risk reduction (DRR) and management are invited to apply for the 11th Multi-Hazards Summer School, hosted and organized by the International Research Institute of Disaster Science (IRIDeS), Tohoku University. This year’s focus is “From Science to Society: Advancing Disaster Risk Reduction for a Resilient Future.”

Date: July 29–August 1, 2026

How to Register:
Applicants from APRU member universities, please contact your international office to learn about the application procedure

Interested students outside of the APRU network, please contact [email protected]

More: https://www.apru.org/event/apru-multi-hazards-2026-summer-school/

Registration Deadline: June 5, 2026

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Graduate students and young researchers interested in disaster risk reduction (DRR) and management are invited to apply for the 11th Multi-Hazards Summer School, hosted and organised by the International Research Institute of Disaster Science (IRIDeS), University. This year’s focus is “From Science to Society: Advancing Disaster Risk Reduction for a Resilient Future.”

[Join the APRU VSE Season 3, 2025-26 to learn about the SDGs framework with The University of Osaka]

This intensive online course aims to develop students’ understanding of SDGs by bringing together inspirational speakers and educators from diverse disciplinary backgrounds, who share their experiences and views in addressing local and global sustainability challenges. Through lectures and discussions, students will gain a coherent and situated understanding of SDGs framework, its global local implications as well as needs for action.

Apply by May 25, 2026 (12:00 UTC+8)

Course Dates: Aug 17 – 26, 2026

More: https://vse.apru.org/osaka-s32526/

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