Final Presentation & Global Insight Session: Students Engage with International Practitioner Paul Catteeuw

The National and International Tourism course at Department of Tourism, Faculty of Cultural Science (FIB), Hasanuddin University (UNHAS) successfully held its final presentation session featuring six student groups from the 2025 cohort on 6 December 2025. The event, titled Student Presentation & Global Insight with Paul Catteeuw, brought an exceptional collaborative experience for students as they presented their research and project outcomes, followed by an international sharing session led by Paul Catteeuw, an experienced global practitioner.

Moderated by Dr. Dirk Sandarupa, M.Hum., MCE, lecturer and tourism practitioner, the session highlighted the importance of integrating academic learning with real-world professional perspectives. Students showcased their final presentations, addressing various issues, trends, and development potentials in national and international tourism.

Joining live from Belgium, Paul Catteeuw offered valuable global insights on tourism, cultural perspectives, and cross-country learning opportunities. His reflections encouraged students to think beyond local boundaries and understand tourism as a dynamic, globalized field requiring cultural awareness and international collaboration.

According to Dr. Dirk Sandarupa, the involvement of external practitioners like Paul is crucial in shaping competitive and globally minded students. “Collaboration with international practitioners is not just valuable—it is essential. It allows students to gain firsthand understanding of global tourism practices, broaden their perspectives, and prepare themselves for real challenges beyond the classroom,” Dr. Dirk emphasized.

The event concluded with an interactive dialogue, allowing students to engage directly with Paul Catteeuw, strengthening their confidence and communication skills in an international academic setting.This final presentation session embodies the commitment of the Tourism Program at UNHAS to fostering high-impact, globally oriented learning experiences—merging theory, practice, and international collaboration into one meaningful academic milestone.