SCUPI successfully organized a Symposium on Building Toward World Class Universities and Disciplines -"Double First Rate" in Chengdu
Published on: November 16, 2016 | Views: 3849
Author: Michelle
On November 11, 2016, Sichuan University – Pittsburgh Institute (SCUPI) held a symposium together with Blackboard China to discuss and exchange ideas regarding “Double First Rate,” the common term for China’s initiative to improving university education. SCUPI invited approximately 40 distinguished guests, scholars and experts from home and abroad to gather together, exploring world-class education and innovation.
Mr. Chen Yonghong, CEO of Blackboard China presided over the symposium and he invited Professor Zhang Hongwei, Director of Academic Affairs Department, Sichuan University to deliver a welcoming speech. Dr. Zhang congratulated Sichuan University’s 120th Anniversary and tremendous achievement in leading innovative education and entrepreneurial revolution. She also congratulated SCUPI for its achievements as SCU’s pioneering institute for international innovative engineering education.
Mr. Chen Yonghong, CEO of Blackboard China hosted the symposium