Warm Welcome for New Chinese Students at UNHAS

Hasanuddin University (UNHAS) extended a warm welcome to three new Chinese students who are set to begin their studies at the university. The Vice Rector for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof. drg. Muhammad Ruslin, M.Kes., Ph.D., Sp.BM(K), hosted a welcome dinner in their honor on Sunday, 6 October 2025, at UNHAS Hotel and Convention. These students are Chen Yixi, majoring in Dentistry, Li Yuqin, majoring in Nursing, and Ma, majoring in Metallurgical Engineering.

Joining the event were Prof. Dr. Risma Illa Maulany, S.Hut., M.Nat.Rest. (Director of Academic Affairs), Nurul Ichsani, S.Sos., M.I.Kom (Head of Sub-Directorate of Admission Office), and a representative from the International Office, Dra. Harniati (Head Division of Foreign Cooperation). The gathering provided an opportunity for meaningful interaction between the university leaders and the new students, symbolizing UNHAS’s commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive academic environment.

The dinner also reflected the university’s dedication to embracing South Sulawesi’s hospitality culture, ensuring that international students feel welcomed and valued as part of the UNHAS family. The evening concluded on a warm and friendly note, with all attendees expressing hopes that the new students will quickly feel at home and thrive in their academic journey at UNHAS.

These three students were also warmly welcomed by the Rector of Hasanuddin University (UNHAS), Prof. Jamaluddin Jompa, Ph.D., along with other university leaders, on Monday, 6 October 2025, at the Rector’s Meeting Room, 8th Floor, Rectorate Building. The official reception reflected UNHAS’s warm hospitality and commitment to supporting international students.