Kevin Wang

Reporting directly to the Vice President and Associate Provost for Global Programs with a strong secondary reporting line to the Executive Director of BU Study Abroad, the inaugural Director of BU Global Programs China Office oversees all aspects of BU Study Abroad Shanghai programs to ensure the smooth operations of the programs and the best experience for students. In addition, the Director also supports the University’s efforts to build strategic partnerships and expand its global engagement within the region. Responsibilities include: • Academics • Student Life, Health and Safety • Finance and Operations • Strategic Planning and Program Development • Recruitment and Marketing • Personnel and Human Resources • Global Engagement and Strategic Initiatives

Oversaw all aspects of BU Study Abroad Shanghai programs to ensure the smooth operations of the programs and the best experience for students. Responsibilities include: • Academics • Student Life, Health and Safety • Finance and Operations • Strategic Planning and Program Development • Recruitment and Marketing • Personnel and Human Resources

Worked directly with the Vice President and Associate Provost for Global Programs and developed strategy and initiatives to advance the profile and reputation of BU in China. Responsibilities include: • Drove and supported strategic efforts of the University to recruit and retain highly qualified students from China, both undergraduate and graduate, through various channels. • Developed and maintained academic, governmental, and industrial partnerships in China to promote Boston University. • Built and maintained employer relations, hosted annual career fairs, and identified career opportunities for BU students. • Assisted in the growth and development of BU’s alumni network throughout China. • Managed the daily operations of the office in compliance with local and BU regulations.

• Worked with the leadership teams of both NYU and NYU Shanghai to develop NYU Shanghai’s admissions policies and strategy from the inaugural class. • Established and maintained relations with key high schools around China and conducted over 50 school visits and information sessions per year to reach prospective students and parents. • Supervised and executed Chinese admissions’ marketing efforts, including printing materials, social media presence, email campaign, student ambassador program, etc. • Reviewed and finalized decisions on 2,000+ applications per year as a key member of the admissions committee. • Planned and executed Candidate Weekend events, a 24-hour evaluation process involving 500 candidates and over 100 faculty, staff and current students. • Oversaw the office’s daily operations in compliance with Chinese and NYU’s regulations and policies.

• Developed and executed NYU Shanghai’s media and communications strategy from scratch to increase NYU Shanghai’s profile and awareness in China. • Drafted all the reports and documents submitted to China’s Ministry of Education for the approval and establishment of NYU Shanghai. • Joined the preparatory team of NYU Shanghai as one of the earliest members.

• Established and executed exchange programs with overseas partner universities. • Coordinated and hosted visits of leadership from overseas universities. • Coordinated and participated in meetings and visits on the negotiation of NYU Shanghai.