Mataram – Prof. Dr. Ir. I Wayan Wirata, A.Ma., S.E., M.Si., M.Pd., the Rector of IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram, provided a motivational briefing to five students from the Tourism, Culture, and Religion Bachelor's Program who are set to embark on internship programs in Japan. The event, held on March 26, 2025, was also attended by the Vice Rector II, the Dean, Department Heads, Program Coordinators, and the Head of Academic and Student Services.
The five selected students are:
- Ni Made Pursita Nadwiani– internship at Ana Intercontinental Manza Beach Resort, Okinawa
- Nyoman Efendi– internship at Hotel Southern Coast Miyakojima, Okinawa
- I Gusti Bagus Wira Putra – internship at Hotel Southern Coast Miyakojima, Okinawa
- Agus Dwi Putra– internship at Art Hotel Ishigakijima, Okinawa
- I Wayan Wirya Pradnya – internship at Cypress Resort Kumejima, Okinawa
The internship program will run from June 1, 2025, to June 1, 2026, providing the students with an excellent opportunity to gain international experience in the global tourism and hospitality industry.
In his address, Prof. Wirata emphasized the importance of maintaining the institution’s reputation, honing their skills, and broadening their perspectives on the international stage of the tourism industry. He expressed his hopes that the students would make the most of this opportunity to prepare themselves for the competitive global market.
This initiative demonstrates IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram’s commitment to developing graduates who excel and are ready to compete at an international level. Congratulations to the students! May this experience in Japan bring valuable lessons and memories. By Tim Humas dan Protokol