UNAIR Strengthens Academic Partnership with U.S. Embassy Delegation Visit
Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) has hosted a delegation from the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya to strengthen its academic partnership with U.S.-affiliated institutions. This meeting, which took place on January 21, 2026, in the Rector’s Meeting Room at the MERR-C Campus in Surabaya, was led by Mr. Anup Mahajan, General Public Engagement Specialist at the U.S. Embassy. It included several senior leaders from UNAIR, with Rector Prof. Dr. Muhammad Madyan at the forefront.
Exploring Collaboration Opportunities
During the discussions, the attendees explored opportunities for expanding collaboration between UNAIR and various U.S. academic programs. Rector Madyan emphasized the university’s commitment to fostering international cooperation, particularly with U.S. partners, which have historically provided significant support for academic and capacity-building initiatives. He noted that strengthening this partnership is essential for UNAIR’s goal of gaining recognition as a world-class institution, highlighting the university’s focus on enhancing global engagement and facilitating academic mobility to advance research and innovation for societal benefits.
Gratitude and Future Prospects
Mr. Mahajan expressed gratitude for UNAIR’s hospitality, reiterating the embassy’s interest in expanding collaborations, particularly in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and capacity-building programs for students and faculty. He identified UNAIR as a strategic partner with substantial potential for collaboration through American Spaces and various educational initiatives that involve both students and researchers.
Importance of International Partnerships
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Miftahussurur, UNAIR’s Vice-Rector for Research, Innovation, and Community Development, underscored the importance of such international partnerships in enhancing research quality and community outreach. He suggested that the collaboration would be integrated into UNAIR’s curriculum and research priorities, aiming to contribute meaningfully to scientific advancement and public welfare.
Conclusion and Commitment
The meeting concluded with a commitment from both parties to define concrete steps for future collaborations, focusing on the role of higher education in addressing global challenges.
Source: Universitas Airlangga Official Website
