USK Signed MoU with Gulf Colleges, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) has partnered with Gulf Colleges, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The collaboration was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in a virtual ceremony held in the Rector’s office, on 14 November 2024.
USK Rector, Prof. Dr. Ir. Marwan, emphasized that this partnership represents a significant step forward in strengthening collaboration between the two institutions. He hoped the agreement would pave the way for numerous future opportunities.
“Especially for impactful programs and academic exchanges that enrich the body of knowledge,” said Prof. Marwan.
During the event, Prof. Marwan presented a brief introduction to USK, highlighting its establishment in 1961 and its continuous growth. He noted that USK not only prepares students to become successful professionals but also encourages them to make meaningful contributions to the global community.
“The partnership with Gulf Colleges, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aligns perfectly with this vision. I am looking forward to seeing how faculty representatives from both sides can collaborate for mutual benefit and produce tangible outcomes,” he stated.
Prof. Marwan also extended his gratitude to Gulf Colleges for their commitment to the collaboration. He expressed optimism about the MoU’s potential to create new opportunities for students, faculty, and researchers, eventually benefiting both institutions and making a global impact.
Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs of Gulf Colleges, Dr. Sultan Al-Harbi, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership.
“This collaboration allows us to explore various possibilities, from research and publications to student exchanges. Insha Allah, we will detail the activities, which could include fields such as IT, law, or management,” said Dr. Al-Harbi.
He added that he hopes the two institutions will soon be able to engage in direct visits, with Gulf Colleges visiting USK and vice versa.
“We aim for this partnership to result in joint research and publications, international conferences, and student exchange programs,” he concluded.
