Balikpapan, October 15, 2025 —The Institut Teknologi Kalimantan (ITK) welcomed an educational visit from SMAN 1 Rantau Pulung, Kutai Timur Regency, on Wednesday (10/15).
This activity aimed to provide students with direct insights into higher education, research, and the application of technology within the ITK academic environment. 

The delegation, consisting of 95 students and accompanying teachers, was warmly welcomed by the Public Relations Team of ITK, represented by Saputra Dewo and M. Nurhidayatur Rozikin, at the Auditorium of Integrated Laboratory Building 1, ITK.
The event opened with an introduction to ITK’s institutional profile, vision and mission, academic programs, and admission pathways.

“We are grateful to SMAN 1 Rantau Pulung for choosing ITK as the destination of their educational visit. We hope this experience allows students to witness the academic atmosphere and technological innovations developed at ITK,” said Saputra Dewo in his opening remarks.

Presentation Session and Alumni Sharing

Following the opening, the session continued with a presentation delivered by the ITK Public Relations Team.
The presentation covered ITK’s study programs, project-based learning system, campus facilities, and admission mechanisms through national and independent pathways.

The event also featured an alumni sharing session, where former students of SMAN 1 Rantau Pulung now studying at ITK shared their experiences about academic life, starting from the Joint Preparation Stage (TPB) to their participation in campus and research activities.
This session provided valuable motivation and inspiration for students to pursue higher education in science and technology.

Laboratory Tour

The visit continued with a laboratory tour across ITK’s key facilities, including:

• Material Characterization Laboratory,
• Power and Automation Systems Laboratory,
• Manufacturing Workshop, and
• Automation and Characterization Workshop B.

During the tour, students received direct explanations from laboratory staff about equipment functions, research processes, and real-world applications of research outcomes.
The tour was highly interactive, with students enthusiastically asking questions and engaging in discussions about research and innovation at ITK.

ITK Promotes Educational Synergy and Innovation

This visit is part of ITK’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with high schools in expanding students’ understanding of higher education and applied technology.
 Through such programs, ITK aims to foster students’ interest in research, innovation, and knowledge development that benefits society.

The event ran smoothly, interactively, and meaningfully, highlighting ITK’s ongoing dedication to becoming a strategic partner for schools in East Kalimantan in shaping future generations who are excellent, innovative, and globally competitive.