The Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology College of Criminology held a Faculty and Student Exchange Program with Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta Faculty of Law on April 13, 2026, at the Rico Fajardo Hall, Sumacab Campus, Cabanatuan City.

The activity aimed to strengthen academic collaboration, promote cultural understanding, and provide opportunities for knowledge exchange between NEUST and Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta.

In her message, Dr. Cristina Virginia Jimmy, Dean of the College of Criminology, highlighted the significance of global collaboration, stating, β€œToday marks not just the beginning of a program, but the strengthening of partnerships and the sharing of knowledge across borders.”

She emphasized that the exchange opens opportunities for faculty and students to learn from diverse perspectives and build meaningful academic and professional relationships.

The visiting delegation from Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta Faculty of Law included Dr. Aloysius Wisnubroto, Dr. Gregorius Widiartana, and Atty. Etty Indrawati and Mr. Valentino Dodo Suharto, who brought expertise in criminal law, criminology, environmental law, and legal studies.

Atty. Eric Claudio from the Office of International Affairs delivered a message and reaffirmed the university’s commitment to sustained collaboration, stating, β€œNot even this crisis will stop us from doing what we are doing now, what we are collaborating now, what we are trying to encompass.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Gregorius Widiartana expressed openness for continued partnership, stating, β€œWe sincerely hope that our visit can strengthen our cooperation, our collaboration between the Faculty of Law and the College of Criminology.”

Ms. Hershey Tolentino, a fourth-year student and former exchange participant, shared her experiences and emphasized the value of cultural and academic immersion during her stay in Indonesia.

The opening program highlighted the start of a comprehensive international exchange initiative integrating academic lectures, professional exposure, and cultural immersion to strengthen collaboration between NEUST and Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta.

The program proceeded with Lecture Series 1 on Indonesian Policy in Criminalizing Witchcraft delivered by Dr. Gregorius Widiartana and Atty. Etty Indrawati was attended by second-year students.

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