Dear WACE Colleague, Greetings from the WACE Secretariat! With a successful World Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada just behind us (please read on for further information), the WACE Secretariat is busy preparing for the next in a succession of intriguing international events. Approaching us very quickly is the International Conference on Work Integrated Learning in Hong Kong, February 3-5, 2010; next is the International Symposium on Work Integrated Learning in Graz, Austria, June 23-25, 2010; and then promptly following is the Institute on Global and Experiential Education, a unique program taking place on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts in the U.S. from July 12-16, 2010. And since it is never too early to begin planning, our next World Conference, the 17th World Conference on Cooperative Education & Work Integrated Learning, will be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. from June 14-17, 2011 on the Drexel University campus. For more information on all of these exciting events, please read on! WACE has more information to share than just our upcoming programs, though: We also have news about new Partners, our publication, and what’s going on around the world relating to appointments, events, publications, and more. Thanks for reading! Dr. Paul Stonely Ms. Michelle Hansford |
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International Conference on Work Integrated Learning Call for Abstracts Registration Registration opened on October 1, 2009! Please enjoy the Early Registration rate until December 31, 2009. We are offering five outstanding Pre-Conference Workshops & Post-Conference Site Visits, and our cultural feature is the Bauhinia Harbor Cruise – all of which have limited space. Therefore, please register early to be included in these exciting additions to your registration. Hotels |
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Eighth International Symposium on Work Integrated Learning Institute on Global and Experiential Education The Institute is designed for teams of three to eight people to develop a strategic plan that strengthens the team's efforts in advancing student success through a range of specially tailored global and experiential education programs. Teams may be involved at any stage, from planning new programs to innovative advancement of ongoing programs. By participating in the Institute as a team, you will develop a plan that builds on multiple perspectives and galvanizes a shared vision for implementation. Don't miss your chance to develop a strategic plan and participate in this unique experience. For more information, a brochure for download, an application, past participants' comments, contact information, and more,
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Save the Dates Please see this exciting video produced by Drexel University |
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The 16th World Conference on Cooperative Education & Work Integrated Learning: An International Dialogue in Vancouver brought together nearly 400 delegates from 23 countries together for a week of exchanging ideas; reacquainting with colleagues; and forming new partnerships, collaborations, and relationships. Occurring June 23-26, 2009, many international delegates arrived at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre early in the week to attend a WACE, ACE, or CAFCE Board Meeting; rehearse their presentations; or just to do a little sight-seeing in one of Canada’s most beautiful and friendly cities. Although the unpredictable June weather threatened rain all week, it held off at exactly the right times for delegates to enjoy the opening reception in the Sheraton’s outdoor courtyard, and the Gala Dinner hosted by Simon Fraser University and held on their beautiful Burnaby Mountain campus. What some of the delegates are saying: “The program was excellent, the organization superb and the location was amazing. Vancouver was an inspired choice. The Canadians were so friendly. I got a lot out of the conference and got some great follow-ups.” “I would just like to indicate how grateful I was to attend the conference. It was an amazing opportunity to build connections and add more value to my co-op experiences. It was extremely encouraging to see an international group of delegates who were so dedicated to our (students) academic and employment success. Overall it was one of the best conferences I’ve ever attended. Thanks again for such an amazing opportunity and experience.” -a co-op student If you missed the Vancouver Conference and want to see what everyone is talking about, or if you simply want to relive again your week in Vancouver, please click here for an energetic images video: http://www.waceinc.org/vancouver/picshow.html |
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Dr. Maurits van Rooijen, WACE President, was just appointed as Rector Magnificus and CEO at Nyenrode Business University in Amsterdam. Nyenrode Business University was founded in 1946 “by business for business” and has been successful for over six decades in educating leaders in business and public life. Besides graduate level education, the University has a very large executive education provision. One of Dr. van Rooijen’s key objectives will be to strengthening the University’s international profile. For more information on Nyenrode Business University, visit their website: http://www.nyenrode.nl/ To read more about Dr. van Rooijen’s exciting new venture, please click here for the University’s official press release addressing his appointment: On behalf of the WACE Community, we would like to extend Dr. van Rooijen our heartfelt congratulations. |
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The third edition of WACE’s global publication, The World’s Premier Work Integrated Learning Programs, is now well underway! We do have a few available spaces for Universities that are interested in submitting your advertisement and profile page, so if your University is interested in heightening your international profile, please contact Michelle today (m.hansford@neu.edu) For those of you who received a hard copy at the WACE World Conference in Vancouver, could you contact Andy Martin (a.j.martin@massey.ac.nz), as an errata is required to be inserted. If you have news that you would like to share, please contact Michelle today: m.hansford@neu.edu |
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NCCE & WACE Merger Update As you may already know, WACE's Board and the National Commission for Cooperative Education (NCCE) Board have agreed to merge the two organizations to create a "new entity," effective July 1, 2010. The two Boards will ultimately decide which name will be used; however, we are leaving it up to our members to concoct the choices! If your suggestion is chosen, you will receive one complimentary registration to our next World Conference, which will be held in conjunction with Drexel University in Philadelphia, U.S. from June 14-17, 2011. (This prize is valued at approximately $600USD.) You will also be recognized and honored at this event. |
The Association for Co-operative Education in British Columbia/Yukon
ACE/BC Australian Collaborative Education Network
ACEN Association for Sandwich Education & Training
ASET American Society for Engineering Education – Cooperative Education Division
CED Canadian Association for Co-operative Education
CAFCE Cooperative Education & Internship Association
CEIA National Commission for Cooperative Education
NCCE National Society for Experiential Education
NSEE New Zealand Association for Cooperative Education
NZACE Ontario Cooperative Education Association (OCEA) Southern African Society for Cooperative Education
SASCE Upcoming Events from National Organizations Around the Globe! Compostela Group of Universities and The Santander Group 2010 CEIA Conference 2010 Annual NZACE Conference CAFCE 2010 Conference ACEN 2010 National Conference Griffith University's Third Annual Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) |