Singapore alumni event draws extraordinary interest
The UNSW Faculty of Engineering hosted a successful alumni event in late 2024, bringing people together to connect, reflect and learn about the latest innovations and developments at UNSW.
The UNSW Faculty of Engineering hosted a successful alumni event in late 2024, bringing people together to connect, reflect and learn about the latest innovations and developments at UNSW.
The UNSW gathering held in Singapore on 19 November attracted unprecedented interest from graduates, academics, partners, donors and PhD students. Attended by 130 past graduates from all UNSW faculties, it was one of the of the biggest in the history of UNSW international alumni events.
Sponsored by UNSW Engineering and hosted by Dean of Engineering Professor Julien Epps, the event was open to all UNSW alumni across ASEAN countries and China.
There were two guest speakers from the Singapore alumni cohort: Lih Wen Koh, a graduate from the Faculty of Engineering and now Technology Lead @ Optiver APAC; and Danielle Szetho, a graduate from the UNSW Business and now Head of Digital Assets Portfolio & Governance at Standard Chartered. Both alumni shared insights into their personal and professional journeys and, discussed their experiences since leaving UNSW and in Singapore.
Attendees at the Singapore event also included members of the UNSW Singapore alumni committee and potential donors, all who had the opportunity to learn more about UNSW’s future direction and strategy.