Global Engagement in Action: A Fireside Chat with Patrick Awuah

Join us for a fireside chat with Patrick Awuah, founder and president of Ashesi University in Ghana. 

A reception will be held prior to the event from 2:15 to 3:00 PM—all are welcome!

Patrick’s remarkable journey—from a successful career at Microsoft in the U.S. to establishing one of Africa’s most innovative universities—illustrates the power of a global mindset in action.

At Ashesi, Patrick has reimagined higher education by integrating ethics, entrepreneurship, and critical thinking into the curriculum, while fostering global partnerships that amplify impact. His story is a powerful reminder that global engagement is about more than crossing borders—it’s about building connections that inspire meaningful change.

The conversation will be guided by Valeria Bertacco, Vice Provost for Engaged Learning and Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Together, they will explore themes of leadership, education, technology, and the future of global engagement.