IO UNHAS Prepares Strategic International Programs and Student Management for 2026
The International Office (IO) of Hasanuddin University (UNHAS) recently held a series of meetings as part of their preparations to welcome the year 2026. These meetings focused on the implementation of key international programs, including the 9th International Cultural Program (ICP), the Home Stay with Local Families initiative, and the development of the International Students Management System.
The first meeting addressed the implementation of the 9th International Cultural Program (ICP) and was held on Wednesday, 21 January 2026. The meeting was officially opened by Andi Masyitha Irwan, Ph.D., (Head of IO), and continued with a detailed presentation by Saaduddin, Ph.D., as the ICP Project Manager. During the session, he explained the proposed concept and direction of the upcoming ICP.
One of the main points discussed was the possibility of holding the 9th ICP in Selayar Island Regency. Previously, the program had been consecutively conducted in Puntondo, Takalar Regency. The proposed change of venue aims to prevent participant fatigue and to provide new experiences by exploring different aspects of South Sulawesi’s rich maritime culture.
Another important agenda was the implementation of the Home Stay with Local Families program for international students during the month of Ramadan. Unlike previous years, when the program was held in Maros Regency, the upcoming home stay is planned to take place in Barru Regency. Both the ICP and Home Stay programs will be followed up by the issuance of official letters for courtesy calls with the respective local governments.
On the following day, Thursday, 22 January 2026, another meeting was held to discuss the International Students Management System. This meeting aimed to address various issues involving international students, both within student dormitories and outside the UNHAS campus. Toward the end of 2025, several incidents involving international students had occurred. As an outcome, the meeting produced a draft of technical guidelines outlining the roles of all relevant stakeholders in managing international students. This draft will be further discussed in an inter-stakeholder meeting facilitated by the UNHAS Secretary.