Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) officially sent off 17 students participating in the International Community Service Program (KKN) and International Internship during a ceremony held at the UMPWR Main Meeting Room on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Of the total participants, 16 students will undertake the International KKN and internship program in Malaysia from January 19 to February 14, 2026, while one student will be assigned to Thailand to participate in a similar program from January 14 to March 8, 2026. This program is part of UMPWR’s commitment to strengthening the internationalization of higher education and providing students with global exposure and experience.
The send-off ceremony was attended by the Rector of UMPWR, the Vice Rector IV for Cooperation and Al-Islam and Muhammadiyah Studies (AIK), the Head of the Office of Cooperation and International Affairs (KUI) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jeki Mediantari Wahyu Wibawanti, M.Eng., M.Si., the Head of International Cooperation Division Abdul Ngafif, M.Pd.B.I., as well as the Heads of Study Programs of the participating students.
In his remarks, the Rector of UMPWR, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Teguh Wibowo, M.Pd., emphasized that the International KKN and internship programs have a strategic impact on both students and the institution.
“This program aims to enhance foreign language competence, strengthen soft skills, and shape students’ character to become more resilient and globally competitive. For the university, it contributes to improving international reputation, implementing MoUs, enhancing academic quality, and supporting the achievement of Higher Education Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), particularly KPI 2, KPI 6, and KPI 7. Through this international experience, UMPWR graduates are expected to be absorbed into the workforce more quickly,” he explained.
In line with this, the Vice Rector IV for Cooperation and Al-Islam and Muhammadiyah Studies (AIK), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tusino, M.Pd.B.I., highlighted that the program also serves as a medium for cultural exchange and cross-border learning.
“Students not only learn through community engagement, but also gain an understanding of the culture and language of the host country. We remind all participants to always uphold the good name of UMPWR and Muhammadiyah during the implementation of this international program,” he stated.
The following students are participating in the International KKN Program in Malaysia:
1. Tarisa Finanda (Indonesian Language and Literature Education)
2. Annie Nurfaticha (Management)
3. Nadila Mony Munifah (Psychology)
4. Sri Rejeki (Psychology)
5. Nur Usalamah Dany Putry (Psychology)
6. Fajar Sidiq Pangestu (Elementary School Teacher Education)
7. Puspita Dian Kristal (Elementary School Teacher Education)
8. Asri Cahya Aliana (English Education)
9. Sinta Erika Salsabila (English Education)
10. Hermina Yuliana (English Education)
11. Tsabita Aulia Rahma (English Education)
12. Violetta Az Zahra (English Education)
13. Nanda Setiyaningtyas (English Education)
14. Wiwi Puspita Dewi (English Education)
15. Muhammad Arif Musthofa (English Education)
16. Dwi Setyorini Anandari (Master’s Program in Mathematics Education)
Meanwhile, the student participating in the International KKN Program in Thailand is Al Ghaniy Ra’uf from the English Education Study Program.
Fajar Sidiq Pangestu, a student representative who will participate in the KKN program in Malaysia, expressed gratitude and hope for the program.
“We ask for prayers and support so that the entire series of international KKN and internship activities can run smoothly and provide benefits both for the local community and for our personal development as UMPWR students,” he said.
Through this program, UMPWR continues to reaffirm its commitment to producing graduates with strong character, global competitiveness, and readiness to face the challenges of the international workforce. (akb/KP)A
