Posters

The Sustainable and Inclusive Internationalization Virtual Conference is pleased to present the following poster presentation, listed in alphabetical order by title name. Recordings of the poster presentations will be available on the Conference Platform throughout the duration of the event. In addition, authors may make themselves available for a Q&A session.

Global Sustainable Mobility

University of Zagreb with a rich history dating from 1669, represents oldest and biggest university in South-Eastern Europe that offers education and research in scientific fields, contributing over 50 percent to the annual research output in Croatia and 80 percent of the scientific productivity of all Croatian universities. University of Zagreb Faculty of Graphic Arts is one of 30 Faculties and 3 Art Academies. In the academic year 2019/20, people who were in Zagreb faced two parallel challenges, COVID-19 and earthquake. Although we are currently observing the situation and are witnessing a response to the challenging situation in an Era of Global Uncertainties, which affects all human professions and aspects of life, including Internationalization in Higher Education, it is possible to give an overview of lessons we have learned from experience both for the students and academic staff. A sustainable approach to mobility, an overview of drives and barriers for students and academics, lessons learned from the current situation related to COVID-19 were the main objectives related to poster presentation.

Authors:

Ivana Žganjar, International Relation's Coordinator, Faculty of Graphic Arts,  University of Zagreb

Nina Jelača, Librarian, Faculty of Graphic Arts, University of Zagreb.

Hemispheric University Consortium Innovation Observatory

The Hemispheric University Consortium Innovation Observatory (HUC.IO) is a multilateral online platform that showcases research projects, facilities, capacity building programs and annual R&D reports of Consortium members. HUC.IO seeks to encourage joint research opportunities, foster collaboration and highlight innovative initiatives and their impact in the 5 key challenges defined by Consortium that align and act upon the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 including: Public Health; Wellbeing and Human Prosperity;  Climate Change; Sustainability and Resilience; Entrepreneurship and Inclusive Innovation; Crime, Conflict and Corruption; and  Technology and Education for Innovation.

Author:

Dr. Gabriela Geron, Director of Partnerships, Innovation, and Communications, University of Miami, Hemispheric University Consortium Secretariat

Presentation Dates and Time:

• January 20, 2021
  • 10:30 – 10:45 am EST / 3:30 - 3:45 pm UTC
  • 12:00 – 12:15 pm EST /  5:00 - 5:15 pm UTC
• January 21, 2021
  • 10:30 – 10:45 am EST / 3:30 - 3:45 pm UTC
  • 12:00 – 12:15 pm EST /  5:00 - 5:15 pm UTC
• January 22, 2021
  • 10:30 – 10:45 am EST / 3:30 - 3:45 pm UTC
  • 12:00 – 12:15 pm EST /  5:00 - 5:15 pm UTC

New Mobility in International Arts Presentation and Training

Arts festivals around the world have modified presentation models due to COVID19. Many delayed programmes, while others went forward in dramatically different modes. Festivals are also notable experiential education opportunities with unique, concentrated, cultural experiences, and opportunities for hands-on international collaboration. Arts events are expected to be last to restart, and these festivals are grappling with the wicked problem regarding the existing issues of touring artistic production, and these changes must be considered in the future of educational opportunities related to participation in these events. This report looks at recent shifts in festival structures and opportunities for student participation.

Author:

Prof. Ian Garrett, Director of the Centre for Sustainable Practice in the Arts; Associate Professor of Ecological Design for the Performance at York; and Producer for Toasterlab, a mixed reality performance company.

Students’ View on Sustainable Internationalization in the Post-Pandemic Era: The Case of the University of Tokyo

Internationalization is a common objective for universities to improve their educational and research outcomes. The global pandemic has forced them to modify their strategies by preventing students from traveling and limiting on-campus activities. There is still uncertainty on how universities will continue with their internationalization in the post-pandemic, and about students' expectations on international mobility. In this study, we analyze the impact that the pandemic is having on experiences and motivations mainly from students of the University of Tokyo through a survey and group discussions. The findings would contribute to re-evaluate and adapt internationalization strategies for the new context.

Authors:

Virtual Student Mobility in Higher Education during and after COVID-19

Student mobility has traditionally been understood as the physical flow of students between countries and has been called the ‘gold standard’ of internationalization. However, with the onset of COVID-19, borders and campuses have been closed on a global scale and virtual student mobility has rapidly risen to prominence as an alternative way to promote internationalization and knowledge exchange. Join our session to learn more about virtual student mobility, how it is being used during the pandemic, and what steps are being taken to expand access and assure quality in virtual student mobility programs.

Authors:

Presentation Date and Time:

Creative Arts and Cultural Contributions

The Sustainable and Inclusive Internationalization Virtual Conference is pleased to present the following cultural contributions, listed in order of appearance. Recordings of the performances will be available on the Conference Platform throughout the duration of the event.

Music with Ears on the Future: The Piano Lunaire and creating an inclusive community

Piano Performance

Pianist and composer Adam Sherkin performs a selection of works from recent livestream events, as presented by his newly founded company, The Piano. Acclaimed for “dazzlingly displays of hand and ear virtuosity,” “technical prowess and uncommon lyricism.” Adam is a dynamic artist who commands a multi-dimensional approach to performance and composition. Admired for innovative programming and engaging virtuosity, he has performed at significant venues throughout Canada, the United States and Britain, enjoying recent premieres of his works in the Netherlands and Vietnam. The Piano Lunaire (created in 2018), is a new gen organization that produces contemporary performances, houses a record label and collaborates with the international musical community at large.

Adam and his team evolved the conception of a brand that represents innovation, artistic integrity and inclusiveness. In January 2020, The Piano Lunaire inaugurated a workshop for emerging composers. By Spring 2020, facing challenges of COVID-19, music communities around the world pivoted online. The Piano Lunaire followed suit, originating a new virtual concert series: “LUNAIRE LIVE.”

Performers

We Shall Remain (It Wasn't Taken Away)

Vocal Performance 
"We Shall Remain" is the second installment of the "ABMHS Song Project" from "Allison Bernard Memorial High School" in Eskasoni, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada.

The song was written by ABMHS music teacher, Carter Chiasson, grade 12 student and lead vocalist, Kalolin Johnson and her father, Tom Johnson. “We Shall Remain” is a tribute to elders and ancestors of all First Nations. The song echoes the voices of a strong and resilient people through times of innocence and harmony with the earth, through centuries of struggle, oppression and hardship and onwards into a time of rebirth and reconciliation through education and the empowerment of youth.

Philippine Dance As An International Pedagogical Tool

Dance performed by: Paulo Alcedo
Introduction by: Dr. Patrick Alcedo
Philippine dance does not only mirror the complexities of Filipino identity. It also shapes the ways in which Filipinos have determined to define who they are whether in the Philippines or in diasporic spaces like Toronto, Canada. Interspersing lecture with dance performances, Professor Alcedo will share his years of research on and teaching Philippine dance at York University that are predicated on issues of colonialism, postcoloniality, transnationalism and inclusive teaching.

Cebu Normal University Choir

Vocal Performance
The Cebu Normal University Chorale is the lead student Cultural Organization that serves as the singing ambassadors of one of the leading teacher-training institutions in the Philippines. This group aims to promote cultural awareness through its various range of music repertoire which caters diverse genre in the appreciation of culture and the arts. They have performed numerously across the metropolis and beyond as a way of giving out their God-given talents as well as upholding the name of the university. Through their suppleness in different genus of choral music, countless invitations and infinite event productions have come their way to the pedestal as they have performed and brought the sweet rewards in various competitions and made cordial marks to the hearts of the adjudicators and spectators of different grandiose events.

AI

Vocal Performance
Japanese R&B star AI moves freely between pop, hip hop and dance, combining American soul with the deep emotion of Japanese ballads. Her international reputation has grown with exciting collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Chris Brown, Jim Jones, Trey Songz, Lloyd, Jeremih, Boyz II Men, K’Naan, Judith Hill, Namie Amuro, Atsushi(EXILE), Rain, The Jacksons and Chaka Khan.
 
With her trademark husky voice, she instills soulful undertones into everything from inspirational ballads to upbeat dance numbers. Especially in Japan, her music is known for its strength and substance. Despite the fame she’s achieved, her down-to- earth personality shines during every performance. As AI will tell you, she’ll do anything to get a smile from her fans.