[Day 1] Arrival and First Impressions

On November 2, participants Ma’am Diwi Syukriah, Assistant Vice Rector; Lili and Alya Dwi Lestari from Universitas Persada Indonesia YAI in Jakarta, Indonesia; Kavineeta Velmuruga from INTI International University in Malaysia; Dr. Korakit Choomgrant, Assistant Professor and Vice Dean for International Affairs and Educational Quality Development; along with Sasiwan Kajornritdet and Thanita Chamnanhut from Kasetsart University in Bangkok, Thailand, arrived in Ozamiz City, Philippines.

They were warmly and graciously welcomed by Misamis University, where they immediately experienced the renowned hospitality of the Filipino people. The heartfelt greetings, inviting campus atmosphere, and vibrant local surroundings created a positive and memorable first impression, laying the groundwork for a meaningful and culturally enriching program ahead. The program is strongly supported by the University President, Dr. Karen Belina F. De Leon, in line with the university’s commitment to further strengthening and advancing its internationalization initiatives.