BATAM, 27th July – In the spirit of forging international bonds and igniting intellectual exchange, students from the Faculty of Computing, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) embarked on an exhilarating academic visit to Universitas Internasional Batam (UIB) in Indonesia.
The two days expedition showcased the power of cross-border collaboration and the synergy that emerges when diverse minds come together to solve real-world problems. The visit encompassed a diverse group of undergraduate students from programs including Software Engineering, Bioinformatics, Graphics and Multimedia, Networks and Security, and Data Engineering.
The expedition also included the participation of several lecturers from the Faculty of Computing including Ts Dr Johanna binti Ahmad, Ts Dr Goh Eg Su, Dr Noor Hidayah binti Zakaria, and Dr Izyan Izzati binti Kamsani, in addition to a few administrative staff members.
The day commenced with an ice-breaking session that transcended linguistic and cultural barriers. Students from UTM and UIB found themselves in an atmosphere abuzz with curiosity and excitement.
Through name games, shared laughs, and personal stories, these young scholars forged connections that spanned geographical distances and illuminated the common threads that weave humanity together. The heart of the visit was a riveting brainstorming session that showcased the potential of collaborative problem-solving.
Presented with a tangible challenge that resonated with both institutions, UTM and UIB students embarked on a journey of ideation. The diversity of academic backgrounds, infused the discussions with a rich tapestry of perspectives, catalyzing a torrent of innovative ideas.
Lecturers from UTM and UIB engaged in discussions that revolved around nurturing long-term collaboration between the two universities. This dialogue served as a testament to the commitment both institutions had to cultivate a sustainable partnership that would outlast the boundaries of two days visit.
UIB eagerly anticipates a collaboration involving a mobility program and the coordination of a summer school initiative, with management overseen by UTM International and other academic faculties. The aspiration is for UTM to embrace and pursue further cooperative prospects with UIB in the times ahead.
The academic visit to UIB symbolized the boundless potential of collaboration, transcending borders and disciplines. The shared journey of UTM and UIB students showcased the transformative power of diverse thinking, while the conversations between lecturers laid the foundation for enduring cross-border collaboration.
The echoes of shared laughter, ideas, and aspirations resonated, reminding everyone present that the pursuit of knowledge knows no borders and that the future belongs to those who dare to bridge the gaps and work together to create a better world.