Day 2 of the Regional Agents Conference 2026 centred on an important conversation: preparing students and graduates for success in a rapidly evolving world.Throughout the day, agent partners explored the growing impact of artificial intelligence on education and careers, emerging study pathways, student mobility trends, and the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly digital workforce.Discussions also reinforced JCU Singapore's strong commitment to graduate outcomes. Against a backdrop where recent findings from the PEI Graduate Employment Survey by SkillsFuture Singapore showed that fewer than half of private university graduates secured full-time employment shortly after graduation, James Cook University graduates achieved the highest median gross monthly salary among private education institutions.As anticipation grew for the Gala Dinner, the day concluded with a shared sense of purpose and optimism, celebrating the strength of our partnerships and our collective commitment to shaping the future of international education.

Recently, JCU welcomed agent partners from across Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia to Kuala Lumpur for the Regional Agents Conference 2026.Opening the conference, Professor Carole-Anne Upton, Deputy Vice Chancellor of #JCUSingapore, highlighted Singapore's role as JCU's Tropical Gateway to Asia, where students embark on journeys that connect regional opportunities with global possibilities.The first day brought together agent partners to discuss JCU's international vision, the changing needs of students, and opportunities to strengthen collaboration in supporting student success in an increasingly interconnected world. The day was filled with valuable discussions, fresh insights, and meaningful connections, setting the stage for an engaging and productive conference ahead.

Train delays. Traffic jams. Flooded roads. 🚆🚗🌧️ What happens when one disruption affects an entire city?Join Dr Lijuan Shen at Research Spotlight Series #3 to discover how data-driven decision-making can help organisations anticipate disruptions, recover faster and build more resilient systems.📅 Tuesday 21 July 2026 ⏰ 4pm – 5pm 📍 C2-15, Sims Drive Campus 💻 Hybrid eventRegister here: https://jcu.sg/rss3sm#JCUSingapore #ResearchSpotlightSeries #DataScience #SmartCities

Is WFH really better for everyone? Professor Alexandra Beauregard, Professor of Organizational Psychology at Birkbeck, University of London, weighs in: https://www.jcu.edu.sg/jcu-conversations/podcasts/jcu-conversations-49-alexandra-beauregard

Hybrid work is reshaping how organisations design jobs, manage performance, and support employee well-being. But while flexible work brings clear advantages, it also raises important questions about boundaries, isolation, and what effective work arrangements really look like in practice. Join Professor Alexandra Beauregard, Professor of Organizational Psychology at Birkbeck, University of London, as she shares about the evolving nature of work.She shares about the post-pandemic shift to hybrid work, the trade-offs between remote and in-office arrangements, and the hidden challenges that come with greater flexibility. The discussion also touches on generational differences in work preferences, why early-career employees often experience remote work differently from senior staff, and how organisations can better design flexible work in a way that balances productivity, connection, and well-being.This episode’s host: Professor Eddy Ng, the Smith Professor of Equity and Inclusion in Business at Queen's University and Visiting Professor at James Cook University.   This episode’s host: Professor Eddy Ng, the Smith Professor of Equity and Inclusion in Business at Queen's University and Visiting Professor at James Cook University. 🎧 Listen Now: https://www.jcu.edu.sg/jcu-conversations/podcasts/jcu-conversations-49-alexandra-beauregard 🔗 Explore More Episodes: https://www.jcu.edu.sg/jcu-conversations   Subscribe for more engaging conversations with industry leaders and experts! 🌟 Spotify - jcu.sg/spotify Apple Podcasts - jcu.sg/apple YouTube Playlist - jcu.sg/youtube   #JCUConversations #Podcast #University

Books 📚 + experiences ✈️ = the perfect combinationHere's a glimpse into Shakira's journey as a Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events student at #JCUSingapore, where learning goes beyond the classroom 🌏✨