Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) once again demonstrated its commitment to advancing the quality of research and community service through the Sabbatical Leave (SL) Program, by sending delegations from six study programs to carry out International Research and Community Service at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Pahang Branch, Raub Campus, and several schools in Malaysia. The program took place from November 3 to November 7, 2025.
The delegation consisted of:
1. Dr. Titi Rokhayati, M.Pd. (English Education Study Program)
2. Dr. Nila Kurniasih, M.Pd. (Mathematics Education Study Program)
3. Dr. Umi Faizah, M.Pd. (Indonesian Language Education Study Program)
4. Nurhidayati, S.Pd.I., M.Pd. and Rintis Rizkia Pangestika, M.Pd. (Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program)
5. Widyaning Hapsari, M.Psi., Psi. (Psychology Study Program)
This initiative represents one of UMPWR’s efforts to enhance the quality of research and community service while expanding its international collaboration network. The UMPWR delegation, consisting of experienced lecturers, collaborated with UiTM in conducting research and community engagement projects focused on the development of science and technology relevant to societal needs.
Dosen UMPWR saat berada di salah satu ruang UiTM Malaysia
During the Guest Lecture session, Dr. Titi Rokhayati presented Intercultural Pedagogy for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Teaching and Learning, while Widyaning Hapsari discussed Mental Health Awareness and Strategies for Malaysian Students. Meanwhile, Nurhidayati, M.Pd. delivered a presentation titled Budi Pekerti Education: An Islamic and Local Wisdom Approach to Character Building Students at UiTM Raub Campus.
Several schools were also involved as community service partners. At Kolej Vokasional Tengku Ampuan Afzan (KVTAA), UMPWR organized a Community Service Program where Dr. Umi Faizah conducted a workshop on Ecoprint Fabric-Making Using the Pounding Technique for Malaysian Students, and Dr. Nila Kurniasih delivered a session on Ethnomathematics of Dolalak Dance from Purworejo.
In another Community Service Program at Sekolah Rendah Integrasi Teras Islam (SRITI) Al-Fateh, Nurhidayati, M.Pd. led a session on Socialization of Character Values and Positive Discipline for Elementary School Teachers, while Rintis Rizkia Pangestika, M.Pd. presented The Role of Teachers in Integrating STEM into Learning to Improve the Numeracy Skills of Primary School Students in Malaysia.
This International Research and Community Service program is expected to make a significant contribution to improving the quality of education and research at UMPWR while creating a broader positive impact on society. UMPWR remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing research excellence, community engagement, and international collaboration in pursuit of its vision and mission.
