Steven MCDONALD

Western Sydney International, Manager, Learning Abroad (Short Programs)

Steven McDonald is a highly experienced administrator and leading advocate of Learning Abroad opportunities. Steven has a keen interest in developing and presenting best practice techniques and innovative projects in international education. He  is currently focusing on digital innovation and the development of Global Learning in a post-pandemic world.

Sessions

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11A Future-Proofing Students Through Global Internships in the Age of AI: Insights from Employers, Interns, Universities & Providers

25/02/2026

12:30:00−13:15:00

Concurrent 1, Room S421, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

 

1D Running the Engine: Lessons from Administering 1,000+ Study Tours with Faculty, Providers and University Systems

24/02/2026

08:30:00−09:15:00

Concurrent 4, Room S425, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

 

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Running the Engine: Lessons from Administering 1,000+ Study Tours with Faculty, Providers and University Systems

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Key Dates

Registration

Early bird open: 25 September 2025
Early bird close: 20 November 2025
Standard open: 21 November 2025

Standard close: 22 February 2026
Late open: 23 February 2026

Abstract submission close: 24 June 2025
Abstract notifications: 14 July 2025

Full paper submission close: 25 August 2025
Full paper notifications: 13 October 2025

Revised full paper submission close: 24 November 2025
Revised full paper notifications: 19 December 2025

Submission open: 27 May 2025
Submission close: 24 June 2025
Notifications: Late September 2025