{"id":1849,"date":"2023-10-18T17:40:31","date_gmt":"2023-10-18T10:40:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/?p=1849"},"modified":"2023-10-18T17:40:31","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T10:40:31","slug":"bridging-theory-and-practice-with-evan-akira","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/2023\/10\/18\/bridging-theory-and-practice-with-evan-akira\/","title":{"rendered":"Bridging Theory and Practice with Evan Akira"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Jakarta, 4 October 2023<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Our Communication students had a memorable experience when Evan Akira, the Head of Communication at Siemens Healthnieers Indonesia, visited our campus as part of a Guest Lecture session, demonstrating how guest lectures can greatly enhance students&#8217; experiences during their bachelor&#8217;s degree.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1853\" aria-describedby=\"figcaption_attachment_1853\" class=\"wp-caption clear aligncenter\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" style=\"width: 640px\"><a href=\"http:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"contentURL\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1853\" src=\"http:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"The students strike a pose with the guest lecturer, Mr. Akira\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-480x360.jpg 480w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_145201-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"figcaption_attachment_1853\" class=\"wp-caption-text\" itemprop=\"description\">The students strike a pose with the guest lecturer, Mr. Akira<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Evan&#8217;s presence broadened our students&#8217; horizons, allowing them to engage with a professional who possesses real-world experience in the field of communication. This exposure extended beyond the theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom, making their learning more comprehensive and meaningful.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">He emphasized the real-world relevance of their studies by sharing insights into current industry trends, challenges, and best practices, drawing from his extensive experience in leading Siemens Healthnieers Indonesia&#8217;s communication unit.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Evan&#8217;s discussion of practical skills, including crisis management and integrated communication, equip students with valuable knowledge that they can directly apply in their future careers, ensuring they graduate as well-prepared professionals.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The opportunity for students to network with Evan allowed for potential mentorship, internships, or future job opportunities and significantly enhanced their career prospects.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">His journey from leading Siemens Healthnieers Indonesia&#8217;s communication unit to his current role was a powerful source of inspiration, motivating students to set higher goals and commit themselves more fully to their studies.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Evan&#8217;s real-life examples demonstrated the impact of effective communication on an organization&#8217;s reputation and success, offering students a tangible context to understand the practical relevance of their academic concepts.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The Q&amp;A session with Evan encouraged critical thinking and improved the students&#8217; ability to articulate their inquiries, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter and enhancing their analytical and communication skills.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Furthermore, Evan&#8217;s international background gave students valuable cultural insights, emphasising the importance of cross-cultural communication and global perspectives in today&#8217;s interconnected world.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">In conclusion, Evan Akira&#8217;s guest lecture vividly illustrates how such sessions significantly enrich students&#8217; undergraduate education, blending real-world relevance, inspiration, practical insights, and networking opportunities into the classroom. These experiences enhance students&#8217; academic journeys and better prepare them for future careers.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%;border-collapse: collapse;border-style: hidden\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%\">\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1852\" aria-describedby=\"figcaption_attachment_1852\" class=\"wp-caption clear aligncenter\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" style=\"width: 240px\"><a href=\"http:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"contentURL\" class=\"wp-image-1852\" src=\"http:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-480x360.jpg 480w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141421-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"figcaption_attachment_1852\" class=\"wp-caption-text\" itemprop=\"description\">One student provides his opinion in front of the class<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%\">\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1851\" aria-describedby=\"figcaption_attachment_1851\" class=\"wp-caption clear aligncenter\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" style=\"width: 270px\"><a href=\"http:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141039-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"contentURL\" class=\"wp-image-1851\" src=\"http:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141039-640x480.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"270\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141039-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141039-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141039-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141039-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/international.binus.ac.id\/communications\/files\/2023\/10\/20231004_141039-480x360.jpg 480w, 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