exploreASEAN
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BUILDING BRIDGES FOR YOUNG TALENTS
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The 10th Anniversary
"Sustainovative Bridges: Exploring Future alongside Tradition"
About Us
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We are honored to represent the 2024/2025 project team of the prestigious International Student Project (ISP) exploreASEAN, carrying on the mantle of excellence of our predecessors.​
Moreover, we are beyond excited to celebrate the 10th anniversary of exploreASEAN. Our team is more motivated than ever to create an unforgettable edition. And for that, we will go back to the roots and take them to the future with this year’s theme “Sustainovative Bridges: Exploring Future alongside Tradition”.
Nowadays many challenges need to be addressed at the same time. For example, exponentially developing technology and environmental awareness. But we want to find out if there is also enough room in the future for the past, cultural heritage.​
For that journey, we will explore Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam. Each country demonstrates different aspects of best practices and innovations that need to be implemented in society to be advanced, sustainable, and rich in culture.​
Guided by our overarching vision “Building Bridges for Young Talents” our primary objective is to provide students unique access to ASEAN markets and to facilitate the creation of a robust professional network within Southeast Asia.
Furthermore, we aim to provide our delegation with a comprehensive understanding of the ASEAN region, nurturing a profound grasp of the interconnected business ecosystem that remains pivotal in today’s global economy.​
Your exploreASEAN 2024/2025 team:​
Nicolas, Anna, Doris, Teresa, Marie, Manuel, Jérôme
The 10th Year's Theme
“Sustainovative Bridges: Exploring Future alongside Tradition”
TECHNOLOGY is driving innovation and growth, tranforming industries around the world. From AI to IoT, it streamlines operations, improves customer experiences and opens up new market opportunities. Embracing technology is critical for businesses to remain competitive in an ever-envolving digital landscape.
SUSTAINABILITY is essential for the future as businesses increasingly adopt environmentally friendly practices. Reducing waste, conserving resources, and fostering innovation ensure that economic growth goes hand in hand with social responsibility and meets the expectations of consumers and stakeholders.
CULTURAL HERITAGE connects us to our roots and fosters global understanding. Preserving traditions, languages and historic sites is essential to celebrating diversity and promoting inclusiveness. Protecting cultural heritage ensures its legacy for future generations.
Become a Partner
With you as a partner, we are eager to delve deeper into the ASEAN region’s expertise in advancing Technology, Sustainability, and a rich cultural Heritage.
We cordially invite you to join us in forging a mutually beneficial partnership as we embark on this exciting project together.
Seminar in Switzerland
This year's Seminar in Switzerland was held from February 10th till 14th. We welcomed many guest speakers that gave us their perspective on either business or cultural aspects we needed to know before we go to ASEAN.
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From educational activities to a cooking challenge and even an shark tank simulation - we had it all!
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Seminar ABROAD
This year's Seminar ABROAD was from April 6th till 22nd. We had the opportunity of a lifetime to do 10 company visits with technological, innovative, or sustainable leaders of the world in various industries across four countries. Furthermore, we had the privilege to be welcomed by three of Asia's top universities, whether in technology, finance, or even medicine (cancer treatment).
Last but not least, we had numerous political insights and discussions about research cooperations with Switzerland.
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But the best part was experiencing the culture of four countries, engaging in decades-old traditions and making unforgettable memories with our delegation and hosts!​​
Timeline 2024 / 2025
From September 2024
During October 2024
One Week in January 2025
February 10th to 14th 2025
February 14th 2025
April 6th to 22th 2025:
May 8th 2025:
Fundraising:
From September on, our Website and the Financial Booklet should give a brief but straight overview of our 10th edition concept and the objectives we are pursuing. This is the kick-off to contact already existing but also potential new partners who would be interested in the advantages that come from a partnership with exploreASEAN.
Delegation Recruitment:
During this time, the teams of all different International Student Projects (ISPs) will recruit the delegation for their respective projects. Interested students can apply via the published application form.
Preparatory Week Abroad:
After the semester finals, two members of the team will go on a first trip to ASEAN to train the procedure for the expedition. This shall guarantee a prepared, and even more importantly, safe Seminar Abroad.
Seminar in Switzerland:
Our delegation will have the opportunity to discuss the characteristics of the ASEAN region with expert speakers, gain insights into their business world, and expand their professional network through company visits in Switzerland.
Of course, there are also secret 10th anniversary activities planned for this special week.
Career Fair:
On the last day of the seminar in Switzerland, our partners have the opportunity to present their companies and get in touch with students from different fields of study.
Seminar Abroad:
During our On-Site trip, our delegation is presented with the opportunity to tour local and international companies in the ASEAN region. This experience allows us to firsthand explore the ASEAN market and witness how these businesses incorporate technology, sustainability, and tradition.
Closing Event:
In our closing event, all International Student Projects of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland will present their experiences made during the projects.​
About last Year
​Driven by the technological advancement, the 10th edition of exploreASEAN focused on still being authentic and loyal to the traditions that enable the future.
