Follow Up on International Collaboration: You-I Japan Signs MoU with Faculty of Humanities

HUMANIORA – (23/7/2024) In a strategic move to strengthen international collaboration, the Faculty of Humanities at UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang signed a Cooperation Agreement (PKS) with the NGO, You-I Japan. The signing took place on Monday, July 22, 2024, in the Meeting Room on the second floor of the Faculty of Humanities.

On this occasion, Kazuo Yamada was accompanied by the President Director of You-I Japan, Matsui Seiji, and J. Mahameru, M.Sc., M.Litt., a lecturer at Jakarta Business School as well as a Fashionpreneur lecturer at several international fashion schools. The signing of the PKS between the two institutions was carried out by the Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, Dr. M. Faisol, and the CEO of You-I Japan, Kazuo Yamada.

In his remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, Dr. M. Faisol, expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the trust given by You-I Japan to establish this cooperation. He emphasized the importance of innovative breakthroughs in this disruptive era to prepare alumni who are ready to compete globally.

"We hope this collaboration can develop the entrepreneurial spirit of students and expand the international network of the Faculty of Humanities, making them more prepared to face challenges in the global workforce," he said.

In agreement with Dr. M. Faisol, the Vice Dean for Cooperation and Student Affairs, Dr. Galuh Nur Rohmah, also expressed her happiness at the realization of this MoU. She expressed her hope that this cooperation can be implemented soon and provide tangible benefits for the students of the Faculty of Humanities.

"We are very pleased to sign an MoU with You-I Japan. Hopefully, this collaboration can open more opportunities for our students to gain valuable experience in Japan, and we hope to build a stronger and more sustainable relationship with You-I Japan in the future," said Dr. Galuh.

Meanwhile, You-I Japan's CEO, Kazuo Yamada, expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration, emphasizing that students of the Faculty of Humanities will have valuable opportunities to work and learn in various industrial sectors in Japan, such as hospitality, tourism, hotels, workshops, and home care.

"We believe this experience will provide global insights and practical skills that will be very useful for the students' professional futures," said Kazuo Yamada.

Also on the same occasion, J. Mahameru, M.Sc., M.Litt., who played a role in bridging the relationship between the Faculty of Humanities and You-I Japan, stated that this opportunity is a good chance for both parties. He also proposed to You-I Japan to increase internship opportunities for students of the Faculty of Humanities in more diverse sectors.

"As an initial stage, this is already quite good. I propose that in the next stage, Humanities students be given the opportunity for internships in other fields, such as education and religion, considering that there are increasing numbers of Muslim communities in mosques in Japan, especially for new converts who are learning about the religion. I will also communicate further with You-I to open up internship opportunities in the field of education, especially with various educational institutions in Ishikawa, Japan," said J. Mahameru.

This collaboration with You-I Japan further strengthens international confidence in the Faculty of Humanities at UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang. It also proves the global industry's trust in the capabilities and quality of the Faculty of Humanities' alumni on the international stage. [al]