Shanghai, China
With a community of over 260 alumni living in Shanghai, Western maintains a significant presence in China's most populous city.
We're actively planning engaging events to strengthen connections between alumni and their alma mater. Past gatherings have included Homecoming and Western Day festivities.
Whether you've recently relocated or have deep roots in your region, our ambassadors in Shanghai are available to help you make connections, be a local resource and keep you connected with the Western community. Reach out today!
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Ambassadors
Linus Lin, BMOS’08
My university life at Western was the best time of my life. It is my honour to be the alumni ambassador in Beijing and Shanghai. I will do my best to help Western students and alumni in China. Please reach out to me if you want to meet new friends and alumni in Beijing or Shanghai.
Interests: Basketball, golf, travelling
Lisa Li, MEng’20
During my time studying at Western, I not only had the opportunity to make cherished friendships, but I also broadened my global perspective through the diverse resources available at the university. It is my genuine love for Western that motivates me to become an alumni ambassador and give back to Western by actively bringing alumni together in Shanghai.
Interests: Violin, reading, traveling
Tony Jaw, BA'94
As a purple and proud Western alum, I am passionate about promoting and strengthening Western’s presence in Vancouver and Shanghai through the alumni network. My positive experiences and friendships at Western have inspired me to act as a bridge that connects alumni in Vancouver and Shanghai with each other and with Western.
Wallace Chu, BA’97
My time at Western was integral to my development both professionally and personally. As a purple and proud Western alum, I am keen to share my past experiences as a student, and support and connect with both current students and alumni in different cities across China and beyond.
Interests: Sports, travelling, photography, music
Featured event photos
President's Reception in Shanghai
November 30, 2019
Alumni gathered in Shanghai to meet our President and Vice-Chancellor, Alan Shepard during his alumni tour.
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Asian Alumni Network
The Asian Alumni Network builds meaningful connections and facilitates valuable networking opportunities among our diverse community of Western graduates across Asia. We champion collective interests while creating a platform for both personal and professional advancement. Our network serves as a vibrant forum for connection, community, learning and support, strengthening the bonds between Asian alumni worldwide while fostering continued engagement with Western University.
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