5 Things You Should Know about the Global Alumni Ambassador (GAA) Programme!
Making a strong comeback in 2021, the Global Alumni Ambassador (GAA) Programme engages devoted alumni outside of Hong Kong to help alumni worldwide, especially in locations without the presence of alumni communications, connect with each other and with CUHK Business School. Here are five fun facts about the programme that you should know – especially if you are based outside of this city!
#1 Currently there are over 70 GAAs residing in 6 continents, with the farthest location (from Hong Kong) being Morocco!
Half of our GAAs are based in APAC and China, and the rest reside around Europe, the Americas as well as Africa. Chances are high that there is at least one residing close to you – check out the full list HERE!
#2 GAAs have organised over 100 times of alumni engagements in 2021/22
From online chats to phone calls, emails and even face-to-face meetings, our GAAs exhaust all possible means to connect with alumni in their locality despite challenges imposed by COVID in the past two years. Many of them set up instant messaging groups to introduce alumni to one another and foster mutual support!
#3 Being a GAA is not just about giving – it is also about receiving!
GAAs reflected that their journey so far has been a proud and enjoyable one. Via connecting with other GAAs and like-minded alumni, they have expanded their professional networks and built rapport in their locality. They also established a stronger linkage with their alma mater!
#4 GAAs enjoy exclusive privileges, including personalised souvenirs and a sneak peek of Business School’s development!
As the face of CUHK Business School in their locality, GAAs are fully supported by the Alumni Office of CUHK Business School. In particular, they will receive a Starter Kit with exquisite materials (including personalised digital namecard, dedicated pin, photo props, etc.) and will be among the first to know about the latest happenings and upcoming plans of the School during GAA gatherings!
#5 GAAs are on a two-year tenure and the next cohort will be recruited in May/ June 2023!
Applications for the next cohort of GAAs will be open in the coming months. If you would like to join us in our mission to forge stronger CUHK Business School alumni network worldwide, please stay tuned for our updates and become our GAAs in 2023 – 2025!