Mataram, University of Mataram – University of Mataram (Unram), received a visit from a student delegation from Shangrao Normal University, China on Monday, November 11, 2024 at the Rector’s Conference Room, Unram Rectorate. This visit took place for 8 days from November 11-18, 2024.

The arrival of the 10 students was warmly welcomed by the Vice Rector for Planning, Cooperation, and Information Systems, Prof. Akmaluddin, S.T., M.Sc. (Eng.), Ph.D. In his remarks Prof. Akmaluddin expressed his hope that this visit could open wider opportunities for both parties to share knowledge and explore the potential for deeper cooperation in the future.

“We warmly welcome the arrival of the delegation from Shangrao Normal University. This is a wonderful opportunity for students from both the University of Mataram and Shangrao Normal University to broaden their horizons, experience new cultures, and create meaningful relationships that will last a lifetime. Hopefully this program will not only strengthen the relationship between our two institutions, but also inspire new friendships and collaborations that will benefit both universities,” he said.

On the other hand, the delegation of Shangrao Normal University led by Mr. Li Yang, Director of Student Affairs Office of Shangrao Normal University, also expressed their appreciation for the warm welcome given by Unram.

“The students and lecturers from Unram were incredibly warm and welcoming making us feel right at home. We would like to thank the University of Mataram and all the students who participated in this program. We will cherish this rare opportunity, actively participate in various activities, strive to learn knowledge, establish deep friendships with all students, and build bridges of cultural exchange, “said Mr. Li Yang.

During this visit, the Shangrao Normal University delegation will participate in cultural exchange activities, including visits to several tourist destinations to gain a deeper understanding of the culture, traditions, and warm hospitality that characterize Lombok Island. In addition, the students will also interact directly with Unram students by touring several campus areas.

Shangrao Normal University’s visit to Unram is aimed at strengthening academic, cultural, and collaborative relations between the two universities with a cultural exchange program between Unram and Shangrao Normal University.