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AUAP Global Citizenship Congress, November 12-13, 2025, Bangkok, Thailand
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The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), in collaboration with Panpacific University (Philippines), Iqra University (Pakistan), the Master's Institute Development Academic and Seminary, Thailand and Siam University, Thailand, is pleased to announce the upcoming 1st AUAP Global Citizenship Congress-AGCC under the theme: "Sustainability Rankings: Engineering A Brighter Future Through Inventive Solutions & Creative Global Citizenship".  The event will be held on November 12–13, 2025, at the Amari Watergate Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand.
 
This Congress will explore key drivers of change, including:
Solution Inventiveness – Developing novel responses to complex global challenges
Communities as Catalysts for Change – Empowering grassroots impact
Transformative Systems – Restructuring institutions and policies for long-term progress
Future Resilience – Building adaptive and thriving societies
 
 
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An initiative of the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP)
Asia Pacific University Fellow of Eminence (APUFE) 2026
Invitation to Nominate
Asia Pacific University Fellow of Eminence (APUFE) 2026
An initiative of the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP)
Dear Colleague,
On behalf of the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), we are honored to invite your institution to submit nominations for the Asia Pacific University Fellow of Eminence (APUFE) 2026 award.
About APUFE
The APUFE distinction celebrates visionary leaders whose outstanding work in higher education, research, innovation, and public service has advanced the academic landscape of the Asia-Pacific region. By recognizing such individuals,
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Up Coming Events
7th AUAP Student English Speech Competition, Bangkok, Thailand.
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Only 17 weeks left—nominate your student team today!
The AUAP Secretariat, together with the Master’s Institute Development Academic & Seminary (MIDAS) and Siam University, is proud to host the 7ᵗʰ AUAP Student English Speech Competition (SESC) from 24–26 November 2025 in vibrant Bangkok, Thailand.
 
We look forward to your students' participation and contributions to this exciting and enriching competition.
 
Register Now:  >>>Click Here<<< 
Tentative Program:  >>>Click Here<<<
DEADLINE OF REGISTRATION:   October 15, 2025
 
For more information please contact the Mr. Parinya Aumpean, Administrative Officer AUAP through email:  speechauap@g.sut.ac.th
 
 Looking forward to welcoming your students and coaches to Bangkok, Thailand.
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AUAP Research Fund 2026

AUAP RESEARCH FUND 2026
The Secretariat is pleased to announce the AUAP Research Fund 2026. The purpose is to promote and enhance mutually beneficial cooperation among educational institutions in relevant areas, and is dedicated to rendering such services to its member/ Non-AUAP Member institutions. The research funding initiative is a testimony to seriously implementing the mission of the AUAP, which is to promote a culture of quality, innovation and research in the higher education sectors in the Asia and the Pacific region. AUAP Members and Non-Members Universities/ Institutions are invited to submit proposals as per prescribed application form for availing of the research grant offered by the AUAP following this Call for Proposals.
 
The objective of the AUAP Funding for “Research Capacity Building’ is to ensure research collaboration, networking facility, mobility etc., among the member institutions of the AUAP.  The initiative has been taken to encourage and facilitate the building of a research culture in order to achieve implementable research projects for capacity building of the members.  Please find a Call for AUAP Research 2026 and the enclosed Application Form. The Top (20) must be able to present their proposals/ projects at the 18th AUAP General Conference hosted by Sias University, Zhengzhou, China, in October 30, 2025 .
An amount of US$ 5,000 will be awarded to the Winner, and the Runners-up will be awarded substantial amounts as well.
The Top 2-3 will also be awarded depending on the sources of funds we have.   The deadline to submit the proposal is on December 15, 2025,  at 23.59 pm., Bangkok time, Thailand.
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3rd AUAP Student English Debate Competition
Poster Debate Debate Competition, June 4-6, 2026

Event Highlights

  • Skill development in logical reasoning, clear thinking, and active listening
  • Confidence building for effective public speaking
  • Enhancing self-expression and self-esteem
  • Preparing for future academic and professional success
  • Fostering cooperation, teamwork, and intercultural connections
 
Booking & Inquiries:

Please contact the AUAP Secretariat at secretariat@auap.org or visit AUAP Website

 Limited slots available – early registration is encouraged.
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JOIN THE 8th AUAP Student English Speech Competition!
Poster Speech, June 8-10
The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), in collaboration with MIDAS,  is thrilled to host the 8th AUAP Student English Speech Competition (SESC)-University Level! This event is an incredible opportunity for university students to showcase their public speaking skills, engage in meaningful discussions, and build confidence on a global stage.
 
 
Participation Packages:
Package 1 – Competition Only (No Hotel)
AUAP Member: $300 |  Non-Member: $350
 Includes lunches & certificates
Package 2 – Full Package
AUAP Member: $600 |  Non-Member: $650
 Includes accommodation, airport transfer, lunches, excursion, awards & certificates
               
Deadline: May 31, 2026
For inquiries, contact Ms. Siripen Rattanasomboonchai : speechauap@g.sut.ac.th
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AUAP Asia Pacific Student Summer Program (APSSP) 2026
(APSSP) 2026
Registration fee: Per person
Members: USD$950
Non Member :USD$999
Fee includes: Hotel/ accommodation, lunches, certificate, study tour, t-shirt, pick up /transfer to Phuket International Airport.
 
Contact: 
Miss Siripen Rattanasomboonchai
AUAP Administrative Officer 
Phone/ WhatsApp: +66 85 768 7474
 
Special Offer: Get 1 free slot for every 11 registered participants.  
Since seats are limited, registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis.  
 
DEADLINE: July 10, 2026
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Asia Pacific Faculty Development Program (APFDP) 2026
(APFDP) 2026
Registration fee: Per person
Members: USD$950
Non Member :USD$999
Fee includes: Hotel/ accommodation, lunches, certificate, study tour, t-shirt, pick up/ transfer to Phuket International Airport.
 
Contact:
Miss Siripen Rattanasomboonchai
Administrative Officer
Phone/ WhatsApp: +66 857 687 474
 
 Since seats are limited, registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis.   
DEADLINE: July 10, 2026
 
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Scholarships

Thank you for your contribution to AUAP
The AUAP Secretariat would like to express its gratitude to Mr. Abdul &#39;Dewale Mohammed,
President of the Africa Asia Scholars Global Network (AASGON), United Kingdom and Member of
the AUAP Advisory Council for his recent contribution to the association (AUAP), by providing
scholarships to students of its member institutions.

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Louisiana State University Scholarships 2026 in USA | Fully Funded
Host Country: United States of America 🇺🇸 
Eligible Country: All Countries
 
Benefits: 
* Full Scholarship with Living Stipend
* Covers Health Insurance
Deadline: Not Specified
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
2024-University-of-Auckland-Achiever-Scholarship
University of Auckland Achiever Scholarship 2025 in Australia
https://www.scholarshipregion.com/university-of-auckland-achiever-scholarship/
Host Country: Australia 🇦🇺
Scholarship For:
* Undergraduates
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefit: $25,000 Per Year
Deadline: August 13, 2025
⚡Share this scholarship with your friends
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
Nestle
2025 Nestle Internships and Apprenticeship Worldwide
Host: Nestle
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits:
- Monthly Stipend with Training
- Provides Mentorship Opportunities
Click here to Apply >>
https://www.scholarshipregion.com/nestle-internships-and-apprenticeship/
Deadline: Not Specified
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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Heirs Oil and Gas University Scholarship 2025
Host Country: Nigeria 🇳🇬
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Benefit: ₦200,000 Per Year
Deadline: Not Specified
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
Dutch-Government-Holland-Scholar
Netherlands Government NL Scholarship 2026
Host Country: Netherlands 🇳🇱
Eligible Country: All Countries 
Benefit: €5,000 Grants
Deadline: Varies by Institution
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
Aarhaus-University
Danish Government Scholarship at Aarhus University 2026 | Fully Funded
Host Country: Denmark 🇩🇰
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits: 
* Full Scholarship with Living Stipends
Deadline: September 15, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
World-Bank-Fellowship-Programme
World Bank Africa Fellowship Program 2026 | Fully Funded
Host Country: United States of America 🇺🇸
Eligible Countries: Sub-Saharan African Countries
Benefits:
* Full Sponsorship with Monthly Stipend
* Round-trip Flight to Washington, D.C.
* Hands-on 6-month professional experience
Deadline: August 25, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
Australian-Government-RTP-Schola
2025 Australian Government RTP Scholarship at University of Sydney
Host Country: Australia 🇦🇺 
Eligible Country: All Countries 
Benefits: 
* Full Scholarship with $41,700 Annual Stipends
Deadline: December 19, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
Qassim-University-Scholarship-
Qassim University Scholarship 2025 in Saudi Arabia | Fully Funded
Host Country: Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
Eligible Country: All Countries 
Benefits:  
* Full Scholarship with Living Stipend
* Covers Accommodation and Flight Costs
Deadline: October 31, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
European-Commission-Intra-Africa-Scholarship
2025 European Commission Intra Africa Scholarships | Fully Funded
Host: European Commission
Eligible Country: African Countries
 
Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with €1200 Monthly Stipends
* Covers Travel Costs
Deadline: Varies by Programme
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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SEAMEO Centre Directors Meeting (CDM) 2025
23 to 24 July 2025, Amari Pattaya Hotel, Pattaya City, Chonburi, Thailand.
The AUAP Secretariat, Ms Supaporn Chuangchid, Executive Secretary and Miss Siripen Rattanasomboonchai, AUAP Administrative Officer invited by SEMEO,  to attend the SEAMEO Centre Directors Meeting (CDM) 2025 on July 23, 2025 at Amari Pattaya Hotel, Pattaya City, Chonburi, Thailand. The SEAMEO CDM 2025 aims to serve as a dynamic platform to celebrate the achievements of SEAMEO Centres and Networks, address emerging challenges, and identify areas for support and partnership. The event also includes a dedicated networking session with current and prospective partners from across the region and beyond, providing opportunities to explore meaningful collaborations.
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Global South Universities Association (GSUA) Summit, Awards & Expo 2025
The historic halls of the UK Parliament echoed with the voices of global academic leaders, innovators, and changemakers during the GSUA Summit 2025 — a powerful gathering uniting the Global South in pursuit of excellence, equity, and innovation in higher education.
This prestigious event would not have been possible without your presence, contributions, and shared vision.
🙏 A heartfelt THANK YOU to all delegates, partners, awardees, and student innovators who joined us from across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
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Swinburne University of Technology, Austria
Swinburne powers breakthroughs in sustainable mining and materials technology 
In summary
  • Swinburne University of Technology has been awarded $4 million in funding from Australia’s Economic Accelerator (AEA) Innovate program
  • Led by Swinburne Professor Chris Berndt, EntroMat is partnering with Swinburne to establish local production of advanced materials to be used in industries such as mining and renewable energy
  • Dr Federico Scutti is leading Swinburne’s team with mDetect to use space particles and technology to improve critical mineral discovery
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American International University of Bangladesh, Bangladesh
On Monday, May 26, 2025, an engaging session titled “Where is the Gap?” was held at the American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB), focusing on the critical disconnect between academia and the technology industry. The event was organized by the AIUB Computer Club and moderated by Dr. Khandaker Tabin Hasan, Professor and Head of Graduate Programs, Department of Computer Science, AIUB.
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Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Brunei Darussalam
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) Library is hosting the 20th Libraries of ASEAN University Network (AUNILO) Meeting from 22nd to 24th July 2025, in collaboration with the ASEAN University Network (AUN) and AUNILO.
With the theme “Futureproofing Libraries Through Digital Innovation and Sustainability,” this year’s meeting brings together university librarians and knowledge leaders from across Southeast Asia to explore how libraries can embrace digital transformation and environmentally responsible practices in an era of rapid change.
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Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Canada
KPU named home of Canada’s first genomics Technology Access Centre
Wed, Jul 9, 2025
A Canadian first is putting cutting-edge science to work for farmers, food producers and the future of agriculture.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU)’s Applied Genomics Centre (AGC) has been designated a Technology Access Centre (TAC) by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). The designation was part of an NSERC-managed College and Community Innovation funding package announced today (July 9) by Mélanie Joly, the federal Minister of Industry. The AGC is the only TAC in Canada dedicated to genomics — the study of DNA — and the first TAC to focus specifically on applied genomic services for the agriculture sector.
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University of Applied Sciences, Germany
The panel at the EdTechX awards in London have decided. Their verdict? IU Group’s mission to make high-quality learning available to everyone is making waves across the education sector. 
You need to know that the place you plan to study has a good reputation. That it’s a true innovator but that it also has the proven know-how and the established connections that can help you translate qualifications into career success.
That’s why news that IU’s parent organization has won the coveted EdTechX Leviathan Award should be of interest to everyone dreaming of a better future
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John von Neumann University, Hungary
Dr. Adrienn Boldizsár, a researcher at the Institute of Informatics within the GAMF Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science at John von Neumann University, has received a significant international award. She completed her PhD at the Faculty of Transportation Engineering and Vehicle Engineering at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics. This accomplished young researcher is the winner of the 2025 European Friedrich List Award in the doctoral category.
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Chitakara University, India
Chitkara University continues to make strides in technological innovation and academic excellence as Team Evolve AI from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering in Artificial Intelligence (CSE–AI) emerged victorious at the prestigious Trillion Dollar Hackathon. Organised by Jazzee Technologies in collaboration with IIT Bhubaneswar, this event marked Odisha’s first Generative AI-based hackathon, drawing participation from top institutions across the country.
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Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia
UNAIR NEWS – Diplomats play a crucial role as the frontline representatives of their countries in international relations. Professor Wahyu Wicaksana, SIP, MA, PhD, a distinguished scholar in International Relations from Universitas Airlangga’s Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP), emphasized that despite technological advancements in communication, the physical presence of a nation’s negotiators remains vital and irreplaceable.
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University of Tehran, Iran
University of Tehran in QS 2026 rankings
The University of Tehran ranked first nationally and 322nd in the world in the latest world university rankings published by QS.
For further information, please visit QS website through the following link:
https://www.topuniversities.com/world-university-rankings?search=university%20of%20tehran
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INTI International University, Malaysia
Study Links Screen Overuse to Falling Grades
In an era where smartphones are central to how students communicate, learn, and unwind, scrolling through social media or checking notifications has become second nature. But while digital platforms offer convenience and connection, a recent study has highlighted a deeper issue that parents, educators, and policymakers can no longer overlook: the academic and emotional cost of digital addiction.
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Iqra University, Pakistan
On Saturday, July 19th, 2025, Iqra University had the distinct honour of hosting a delegation from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan at its newly established Hyderabad Campus. The visit marked a significant milestone in the university’s expansion and commitment to academic excellence in the region.
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