October 27, 2025,a delegation from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (UWEC), including Vice Chancellor and Provost Marry Hoffman and Director of International Education Yiliu Yang, visited Tianjin University of Technology (TUT).  They had a meeting with the School of Social Development to discuss potential educational collaboration. The meeting was attended by Han Jiuhui, Deputy Director of the TUT Office of International Exchange, Wang Chen, Party Secretary of the School of Social Development, Dr. Xu Limin, Dean of the School, and other faculty representatives.

During the meeting, both sides focused on deepening cooperation in areas such as the "1+2+1" Dual Bachelor’s Degree Program in Social Work and mechanisms for faculty and student exchange. Deputy Director Han Jiuhui provided a brief overview of the proposed collaboration programs. Dean Xu Limin introduced the history of the School of Social Development, key disciplinary strengths, and achievements in social practice. The UWEC representatives shared their experience and advantages in running the "1+2+1" program and cultivating international students. Faculty and students from both sides actively participated in the discussion, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere.

Following the meeting, the U.S. delegation visited the Social Work Lab and the Gerontology Lab of the School. They expressed appreciation for TUT’s achievements in practical teaching and community service.This exchange not only enhanced mutual understanding between the two institutions in fields such as social work and gerontology but also an example, that the School of Social Development demonstrated on-going commitment to its "Professionalization and Internationalization" dual-driven strategy. Moving forward, the School of Social Development will solidly advance cooperation with the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, effectively elevate its international engagement, and integrate advanced academic concepts with local expertise. These efforts aim to cultivate high-quality social science talent with a global perspective and contribute to building a high-impact academic discipline.