GSU-ITB STIKOM Bali Partnership Grows Through Academic, Cultural, and Institutional Engagements

August 10, 2025 | Bali, Indonesia

The Guimaras State University (GSU) delegation deepened its academic, cultural, and institutional ties with ITB STIKOM Bali through a series of activities that highlighted the richness of Balinese heritage, the strength of international collaboration, and the promise of shared educational advancement.

As part of a Cross-Cultural Program, the GSU delegates visited Ulun Danu Beratan, one of Bali’s most iconic landmarks renowned for its lakeside temple complex and architectural artistry. The immersion allowed the representatives to experience firsthand the island’s cultural traditions and spiritual heritage, enriching their appreciation of Bali’s history, artistry, and beliefs. The program emphasized the role of cultural understanding in building meaningful international partnerships that go beyond the academic sphere.

On the same day, the delegation also participated in the 23rd Founding Anniversary celebration of ITB STIKOM Bali at its Renon Campus. The event gathered university officials, faculty, students, and guests in commemorating more than two decades of academic excellence and service. The celebration served as both a cultural encounter and a reaffirmation of the partnership between GSU and ITB STIKOM Bali, following the recently signed Memorandum of Agreement on Student and Faculty Exchange Programs. The anniversary festivities became a platform for the GSU representatives to connect with the host community and further solidify ties of friendship and collaboration.


Complementing these cultural and celebratory engagements, the GSU delegation also explored the Jimbaran Campus of ITB STIKOM Bali, where they were introduced to the university’s modern academic facilities. Guided by faculty members, the delegates toured lecture halls, computer laboratories, and multimedia production rooms, gaining insights into the institution’s technology-driven and creativity-focused curriculum. The visit sparked discussions on future avenues of cooperation in research, faculty development, and student engagement.

Together, these experiences provided the GSU delegation with a comprehensive encounter; merging cultural immersion, institutional celebration, and academic exploration—all of which strengthened the growing partnership between GSU and ITB STIKOM Bali. The engagements underscored both institutions’ shared commitment to global competitiveness, educational innovation, and cross-cultural understanding.


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