Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) continues to strengthen its commitment to developing international networks and collaborations. This commitment was realized through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between UMPWR and Sekolah Kebangsaan Raub Indah, Malaysia, which took place on Thursday, 22 January 2026, at Sekolah Kebangsaan Raub Indah, Malaysia.
The MoU was signed directly by the Rector of UMPWR, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Teguh Wibowo, M.Pd., accompanied by the Vice Rector IV for Cooperation and Al-Islam and Kemuhammadiyahan (AIK), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tusino, M.Pd.B.I. From Sekolah Kebangsaan Raub Indah Malaysia, the MoU was signed by Mr. Supian bin Awang Aamat, the School Principal.
The signing ceremony was also attended by members of the academic community as well as UMPWR students who are currently participating in the Community Service Program (KKN) and International Internship in Malaysia. Their presence reflects the active involvement of students in the implementation of UMPWR’s internationalization programs.
In his remarks, the Rector of UMPWR, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Teguh Wibowo, M.Pd., stated that the signing of this MoU represents a strategic step in expanding UMPWR’s international partnerships, particularly in the field of basic education and student competency development.
“This collaboration not only strengthens the institutional relationship between UMPWR and Sekolah Kebangsaan Raub Indah, but also opens opportunities for cross-cultural learning for our students. Through international internship and community service programs, students are expected to enhance their academic, professional, and global citizenship competencies,” he said.
Meanwhile, Mr. Supian bin Awang Aamat welcomed the collaboration with UMPWR. According to him, this partnership presents a strategic opportunity for Sekolah Kebangsaan Raub Indah to share best practices in education and to support the involvement of international students in learning activities and school development programs.
The scope of cooperation agreed upon in this MoU includes the implementation of student internship programs for UMPWR students at Sekolah Kebangsaan Raub Indah Malaysia, collaboration in educational and learning activities, exchange of academic experiences, and the strengthening of international programs oriented toward improving the quality of human resources.
Through this cooperation, UMPWR reaffirms its commitment to advancing the internationalization of education, providing global experiences for students, and expanding strategic collaborative networks with educational institutions at the regional and international levels.
