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East meets West in Hong Kong

Sac State alumni from California reached across the Pacific to their counterparts in Hong Kong during the International Alumni Summit held Oct. 25-26.

Led by President Alexander Gonzalez and Alumni Association President John Barney (’85 Business Administration), a group of 36 University alumni, faculty and officials met with former Sac State students living in and around Hong Kong, exchanging information and strengthening ties between that city and the Sacramento campus.

Organized by Priscilla Lau (’72, Economics) and businesswoman Winnie Leung (’66 Business Administration), the conference included presentations on sustainable energy practices, doing business in Asia, and community service efforts in both Hong Kong and Sacramento.

One of the meeting’s highlights was a presentation by Anthony Hutchinson, public affairs officer for the U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong. The most important relationship in the world at this time, Hutchinson said, is the one between China and the United States.

Barney stressed the importance of this kind of endeavor. “Maintaining these relationships with alums makes the University and the Alumni Association stronger,” he said. “All of the speakers were dynamic. Everybody who shared their information at the conference allowed us to grow in our continuing education.”

A handful of alumni from both sides of the ocean took turns telling the crowd about their own Sac State experiences. Charles Yeung (‘93 Business Administration ) recalled how committed his professors were, working with him to improve his grades. “I want to thank the professors who were so dedicated to their teaching,” Yeung said.

He also remembered how friendly Sacramento people were, which helped him with his English. “They’re willing to talk with you.”

“We heard some very moving stories of how the Hong Kong alumni were connected either through a professor or a time on campus and how much they love their alma mater,” Barney said.

The trip and conference were arranged through the Alumni Association, College of Continuing Education and University Advancement.

—Craig Koscho


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