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【Events Review】UoM Alumni Reception in Beijing&Shanghai

日期：2025-02-28 浏览：35作者：UoM China Centre


In February 2025,Alumni receptions have been organised in Beijing, and Shanghai, to give the visiting academics the chance to meet with former students of the University.

This trip to China marks Professor Duncan Ivison's first official overseas visit since assuming the post of President and Vice-Chancellor of the University in 2024.

The event witnessed a remarkable turnout with about 500 alumni in attendance in Beijing and Shanghai. The delegation from Manchester, Ms Sherry Fu, Director of UoM China Centre and representatives from The University of Manchester Alumni Associations participated in this grand event.

During the receptions, Professor Ivison delivered an inspiring speech. He began by expressing his gratitude to the alumni for their significant contributions to the University's development.


Professor Duncan Ivison,  President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Manchester


He highlighted the University's long-standing collaborations in China, mentioning the signing of important cooperation agreements with Peking University, Tsinghua University, Fudan University, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University, with plans to further deepen educational and research cooperation in the future.

Professor Ivison also introduced the University of Manchester's 2035 Strategy, emphasizing the goals of enhancing student experience, accelerating research impact, and advancing social responsibility. He called on alumni to continue their involvement as “Mancunians” and actively participate in the University's future development.



Ms. Sherry Fu, Director of UoM China Centre, hosted the receptions in Beijing and Shanghai. She shared the development journey of the China Centre over the past 17 years and expressed gratitude for the alumni's support in this process. She emphasized that the Centre will continue to support Manchester alumni in China with lifelong learning, career development, and networking opportunities.


Ms Sherry Fu, Founding Director of UoM China Centre


Alumni Speakers Beijing



Director of BeiGene Global R&D Transformation
Ms Yixia Zhang（Global MBA, Class of 2024）



Chair of Beijing alumni association
Ms Wendy Wang（ MA Intercultural Communication,Class of 2014）


Alumni Speakers Shanghai



Vice Chair of the University of Manchester China Alumni Association
Mr. Colin Lin
(MSc International Business, Class of 1999)



General Manager - Guru Biz Scaling Up Coaching Inc.
Dr. Xiaohu Qiao
(Doctorate of Business Administration,Class of 2023 and Global Masters Business Administration, Class of 2015)


The successful hosting of these alumni receptions not only provided a platform for alumni interaction and networking but also demonstrated the University of Manchester's global influence. The visit of the President and Vice Chancellor reinforced the alumni's connection with UoM, inspiring them to continue contributing as “Mancunians” and helping to write a new chapter in the University's global education and research endeavors.