Volume 1, Issue 1, Winter 2011
G l o b a l D e v e l o p m e n t T h r o u g h S i l i c o n Val l e y E d u c a t i o n "The only way of discovering the limits of the possible is to venture a little way past them into the impossible." ~ Arthur C. Clarke
Welcome to the First Issue
International Technological University is happy to present its premiere issue of the ITU Journal. This first newsletter comes your way with the open invitation extended to students, professors, alumni members, and supporting staff, to join us in efforts to chronicle the beat of our International Technological University in a multitude of facets, be they intellectual, artistic, scientific, social, developmental, or simply humanitarian. As you can see, this publication is ready to cover a wide-array of topics as diverse as the ITU community itself. We hope you enjoy our first issue, and look forward to bringing you more. Our Story The ITU Journal was conceptualized by Dr. Amal Mougharbel, Department Chair for the Business Administration Department, in Fall 2010. A team was assembled, and after a short period of planning, article collecting, editing, and designing, ITU Journal is ready to go from the printer to the reader's hands. So, now that you know our story, we hope that you will share with us yours! From Left to Right: Yau-Gene Chan, MFA , Professor Shu-Park Chan and Dr. Gerald A. Cory
Professor Shu-Park Chan: Father of ITU
Visionary, Entrepreneur and Leader
At ITU, most of us already know of Dr. Shu-Park Chan and his place as the founder and president of ITU. However, throughout the rest of the world, he is recognized for a diverse variety of influential roles, in addition to being the founder of ITU. Professor Shu-Park Chan, Father of ITU, with son, Yau-Gene Chan
Chan, having studied under him as subjects in Chinese ink and wash Santa Clara University's former style. Dean of the Engineering School. From past to present, Dr. Chan is President George Bush, Sr. knows adopting new roles, and looking Dr. Chan, as he appointed him to for ways to impact our world. He the Fulbright Scholarship Board. embodies the notion that life success is a matter of innovation, The art community may see Dr. exploration and the process of Many Silicon Valley business Chan as an artist whose paintings reinventing yourself. owners may know Professor depict vivid landscapes and Hubert Chang
THE UNIVERSITY: AN EVOLVING IDEA
MAINTAINING GLOBAL EDUCATION
Although young, the educational entity with which we identify ourselves today partakes from the long-established traditions of creativity and learning. The university, as an institution, dates back to the fifth century, when Nalanda University flourished in India. But the idea of the university is based on the human’s need for growth
Global education is emerging as a significant tool for empowering learners to share their points of view. The United Nations declares education as the second highest main concern after poverty and hunger.
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It is considered a powerful instrument for enhancing living standards, removing socio-economic inequity,
STRESS RELAXATION TECHNIQUES FOR STUDENTS As a student, you have a hectic life, worrying about your career, studying, and homework assignments. Some stress is good, as it sharpens the senses and the mind. But too much stress is bad for your mental and physical health. Enjoy these suggestions to keep mentally fit and fine. Continued on Page 4