The International Business College Mitrovica (IBC-M) participated in the AL4LIFE project workshop held in Bologna, Italy, on November 9 and 10, 2023. The workshop was a significant step in the ongoing efforts to enhance alumni cooperation and develop a robust alumni strategy at IBC-M and other Western Balkans partners, showcasing our commitment to advancing educational practices and alumni engagement.
The workshop kicked off with a warm welcome and institutional greeting from the University of Bologna representatives, featuring insightful reports and comparative views on alumni organization priorities and models from various European universities, including KU Leuven, the University of Helsinki, and the University of Leiden.
Among the IBC-M attendees were Professor Agron Hajdari, Gresa Ferri, and Damir Gashi from the BD/Project office. Damir Gashi delivered an analysis of the current state of alumni cooperation at IBC-M, informing the participants of the institution’s experiences and challenges in this domain.
On the first day, Al4Life partners discussed the upcoming EU partners’ visits to Western Balkans Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in relation to alumni strategy development. This was followed by workgroup sessions where international experts lent their support in discussing topics relevant to the alumni’s strategic aspects of the WB partners.
Professor Agron Hajdari, representing IBC-M, took the stage to present the Alumni Strategy Development for IBC-M. His presentation not only highlighted the strategic initiatives underway at IBC-M but also offered valuable insights for other institutions to emulate.
The rest of the workshop covered presentations on AL4LIFE Year 1 and Year 2 tasks, deliverables, achievements, and ongoing activities. These sessions provided a comprehensive overview of the project’s progress and set clear expectations for the upcoming year.
For IBC-M, participation in the AL4LIFE workshop in Bologna was more than just an opportunity to present its efforts. It was a chance to learn, share, and collaborate with international counterparts. The insights gained from the discussions and presentations are invaluable in shaping a more robust and engaging alumni strategy for IBC-M.