UNAIR NEWS – The Faculty of Dental Medicine (FKG) Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) has commenced its Stovit Summer Course X Prosthodontics Summer Camp. This annual program, taking place from Monday to Sunday (September 2-7, 2024), will bring together participants for an immersive learning and cultural exchange.
The 2024 edition of the Stovit Summer Course, unlike previous years, places a greater emphasis on introducing participants to the city of Surabaya. This year’s program hosts 43 international students from 14 universities across eight countries. UNAIR has also partnered with the Surabaya City Tourism Office to enrich the course’s offerings.
Professor Dr. Muhammad Luthfi, drg, MKes, SpPerio(K), Dean of FKG UNAIR, expressed his excitement about the 2024 Stovit Summer Course, noting that it aligns with the faculty’s commitment to sustainable excellence.
“Our shared vision is sustainable excellence, achieved by investing more resources in enhancing knowledge, promoting extensive research, and empowering communities,” stated Prof. Luthfi in his opening remarks.
Cultural exchange and knowledge sharing
This year’s Stovit Summer Course features a variety of activities. Beyond classroom lectures, the program includes tours of Surabaya’s historic old city, clinical discussions and practices, as well as community service activities.
“This summer course includes several activities, not only introducing local cultures but also clinical practices, showcasing our facilities, including the research center at the Dental and Oral Hospital (RSGM), and engaging in community service,” Prof. Luthfi explained to UNAIR NEWS.
The program invites participants to explore the local culture and wisdom of Surabaya. The city tours and community outreach activities provide opportunities for knowledge exchange between international participants, FKG UNAIR students, and the local community.
“This program goes beyond academics; it also involves cultural exchange by introducing our culture to international students through social activities and city tours of Surabaya’s historical sites, while foreign students share their own cultures with our students,” Prof. Luthfi elaborated.
Oldest Dental Medicine faculty in Indonesia
Prof. Luthfi hoped that the week-long program would be a success and provide all participants with a rewarding and engaging learning experience.
“I hope you all have the chance to learn from distinguished speakers with diverse expertise, gain new and exciting experiences, participate in community service, and broaden your knowledge,” Prof. Luthfi stated.
Habib Firziq bin Hasanusi, a participant from Universiti Malaya, expressed his enthusiasm for the Stovit Summer Course, particularly since it is hosted by one of the oldest Dental Medicine faculties in Indonesia.
“I am thrilled to take part in this year’s Stovit Summer Course. I know that Universitas Airlangga’s Faculty of Dental Medicine is one of the oldest in Indonesia, much like Universiti Malaya’s Faculty of Dental Medicine in Malaysia,” said Firziq.
Author: Syifa Rahmadina
Editor: Edwin Fatahuddin
