East-West University, Powered by Arizona State University, participated in the ASU–Cintana Experience (ACE) Conference 2026, hosted at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona.

The university was represented by Natia Zedginidze, Executive Vice President and Vice President for Business, Technology and Internationalization, and Ketevan Khurodze, representing its academic team.

ACE 2026 brought together university leaders and professionals from across the ASU–Cintana Alliance to exchange experiences, share best practices, and explore the changing needs of higher education. It provided an opportunity for colleagues from different institutions and countries to connect around a shared goal: creating better learning experiences and more opportunities for students.

Discussions covered artificial intelligence, innovative teaching approaches, institutional development, and international collaboration. Participants explored how universities can respond to technological change while strengthening their academic communities and supporting student success.

For East-West University, the conference offered valuable perspectives on these priorities and an opportunity to build closer connections with colleagues across the Alliance. Exchanging experiences with partner institutions helps universities learn from one another, consider new approaches, and identify areas for future collaboration.

A central theme of the gathering was the importance of putting ideas into practice. The connections formed and experiences shared at ACE 2026 provide a foundation for continued work among Alliance members, bringing the expertise of ASU and its global partners closer to students and academic teams.

East-West University’s participation reflects its commitment to international engagement and the continued development of its educational experience through knowledge sharing and collaboration.