AJCUI at Student Ibuddy Summit 2025 - Connecting Ideas, Cultures & Communities

7/9/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Jakarta, 9-11 July 2025 – Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia (AJCUI) proudly participated in the iBuddy Community Impact Summit 2025, hosted by BINUS University from 9–11 July 2025. The three-days event brought together universities from across Indonesia to exchange ideas, share best practices, and strengthen collaboration in supporting international students and fostering cross-cultural understanding. This year’s summit focused on developing impactful community initiatives while enhancing the experiences of both local and international students. Through a series of panel talks, workshops, and breakout sessions, participants explored innovative ways to design buddy activities, promote student well-being, and encourage deeper connections between local and international communities.

AJCUI contributed actively to the discussions, presenting on “Building Camaraderie in Buddy Teams,” where the student staffs shared successful strategies and insights from the university’s international buddy program. The session highlighted AJCUI’s commitment to creating a welcoming environment for international students while empowering local student buddies to foster meaningful cross-cultural exchanges. The summit also featured key sessions from other participating universities, including IPB University on cultural activities for attracting international students, Universitas Padjadjaran on promoting well-being, and Universitas Islam Indonesia on fostering collaboration between buddy teams and international students. (RBA)