Garut, Indonesia – A historic step in international educational collaboration took place on July 28, 2023, as Institut Teknologi Garut (ITG) and Sultan Idris University of Education Malaysia (UPSI) formalized their partnership at the UPSI Malaysia Auditorium. These educational institutions joined forces to develop a partnership focused on several important initiatives.
In an event attended by officials and representatives from both institutions, key figures from Sultan Idris University of Education Malaysia included:
- Associate Prof. Dr. Ing Aizatul Hayati Binti Mohamad Yatim (Dean, Faculty of Computing and Meta-Technology, UPSI Malaysia)
- Associate Prof. Dr. Rosmilah Binti Misnan (Director, Research Management and Innovation Center, UPSI Malaysia)
- Associate Prof. Dr. Mohd Izwan Bin Shahril (Director, Corporate Communication Division, UPSI Malaysia)
Meanwhile, representing Institut Teknologi Garut were:
- Rina Kurniawati, S.E., M.Si. (Vice Rector III for Student Affairs and Cooperation)
- Leni Fitriani, S.T., M.Kom. (Chair of the Career Development Center)
The collaboration agreement encompasses various crucial areas that will bring significant benefits to both parties and the wider community. Some key points in this collaboration agreement include:
- Curriculum Review: Both institutions will mutually review existing curricula to ensure that the content taught remains relevant and aligned with the latest developments in technology and education.
- Community Services Collaborative Activities on Digital Literacy: This partnership will encourage collaborative activities focusing on digital literacy in the community, enabling them to better navigate digital challenges in the modern era.
- Visiting Lectures and Visiting Professors: Both institutions will exchange lecturers and visiting professors to provide diverse and in-depth learning experiences for students.
- International Examiner: This collaboration also includes the involvement of international examiners in the evaluation and academic examination processes, bringing a global perspective to testing.
- Joint Research: The partnership will promote joint research in various fields that will make a significant contribution to scientific and technological understanding.
This agreement reflects the collaborative spirit and commitment of both institutions to stimulate the exchange of knowledge and experiences to produce a positive impact on education, research, and innovation. With a focus on common goals, this collaboration has the potential to yield innovative outcomes that will provide long-term benefits for the development of education and society in Indonesia and Malaysia.
