Hundreds gather at UNSW Engineering international alumni events
Alumni events in late 2024 provided opportunities for connection and reflection
Published on the 03 March 2025
The UNSW Faculty of Engineering hosted two successful alumni events in late 2024, bringing together graduates, academics, partners, donors and PhD students to connect, reflect and learn about the latest innovations and developments at UNSW.
The first UNSW gathering held in Singapore on 19 November attracted unprecedented interest and was attended by 130 past graduates from all UNSW faculties, making it one of the of the biggest in the history of UNSW international alumni events. Sponsored by UNSW Engineering and hosted by Dean of Engineering Professor Julien Epps, the event was open to all UNSW alumni across ASEAN countries and China.
There were two guest speakers from the Singapore alumni cohort: Lih Wen Koh, a graduate from the Faculty of Engineering and now Technology Lead @ Optiver APAC; and Danielle Szetho, a graduate from the UNSW Business and now Head of Digital Assets Portfolio & Governance at Standard Chartered. Both alumni shared insights into their personal and professional journeys, discussed their experiences in Singapore and also mentioned that they were open to speaking with attendees about job opportunities.
Attendees at the Singapore event also included members of the UNSW Singapore alumni committee and potential donors, all who had the opportunity to learn more about UNSW’s future direction and strategy.
A second UNSW Engineering alumni event, held in Fiji on 9 December, attracted 50 participants including alumni, representatives from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and project partners including representatives from Swire Shipping and the University of the South Pacific.
The Fiji event was a celebration of UNSW’s 75th Anniversary as well as an evening of connection, inspiration, and insights. Among the attendees were representatives from Project Halophyte—a pioneering collaboration between UNSW Sydney and the University of the South Pacific seeking to re-instate natural tidal flows and revitalise local mangrove ecosystems on Viti Levu, Fiji.
UNSW Senior Lecturer and Humanitarian Engineering Lead A/Prof Andrew Dansie presented on the project, highlighting the partnership approach and the anticipated environmental, social, and economic outcomes that will improve lives and livelihoods in Fiji.
Also in the spotlight were UNSW Engineering’s many strategic initiatives that aim to drive positive change and support economic growth across the Pacific region.