Thailand, October 3, 2024 – In a bold move towards international collaboration, the Kalimantan Institute of Technology (ITK) and Prince of Songkla University (PSU) Thailand have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening academic and research relations between the two institutions.

This historic event was attended by Asst. Prof. Dr. Niwat Keawpradub, President of PSU, and Prof. Dr. Agus Rubiyanto, M.Eng.Sc., Rector of ITK, both of whom emphasized the importance of this cooperation in opening new opportunities for students and staff at both universities. “We believe this collaboration will bring significant benefits, not only to the two institutions but also to the wider community,” said Prof. Agus.

In a spirited atmosphere, Dr. Tagsina Sripracha, Assistant President for International Affairs at PSU, and Alamsyah, S.T., M.T., Head of the Department of Food Science and Maritime Technology at ITK, expressed their hopes that this MoU could serve as a bridge connecting knowledge, culture, and innovation. “Through this cooperation, we hope to create sustainable synergy in research and educational development,” said Alamsyah.

Historic Moment: MoU Signing

The MoU signing encompasses various areas of collaboration, including:

• Student and Staff Exchange: Opportunities for students and faculty to share experiences and knowledge.
• Research Collaboration: Organization of seminars, conferences, and workshops to support joint research.
• Joint Study Program Development: Creating innovative and relevant curricula in the fields of science and technology.
• With this MoU, ITK and PSU are committed to building a strong academic network that mutually supports efforts to enhance the quality of education and research. This collaboration will be effective for three years and may be extended based on mutual agreement.

Paving the Way for a Bright Future

This step is not only a significant milestone for ITK and PSU but also paves the way for innovation and creativity in the educational realm. Both institutions hope that this collaboration will have a positive impact on students, staff, and the academic community as a whole.

With a spirit of collaboration and innovation, ITK and PSU are ready to step into a new era of higher education that is more inclusive and global.