Gowa, November 13, 2026 – Following the visit by representatives of the U.S. Consulate General on October 21, 2026, UIN Alauddin Makassar paid a return visit to American Corner Makassar on November 12, 2026. Located on the first floor of BikinBikin Creative Hub, Nipah Park, Makassar, the meeting focused on discussing opportunities for further cooperation and plans for upcoming American Corners programs at the university.

Representing UIN Alauddin Makassar were Vice Rector IV, Prof. Dr. H. Muhammad Amri, Lc., M.Ag.; Head of the International Office, Dr. Serliah Nur, M.Hum., M.Ed.; and Head of the University’s Cooperation Team, Ismi Sabariah, S.A.B., M.Adm., SDA. Meanwhile, American Corner Makassar was represented by its Director, Dr. Abdul Hakim, S.Pd., M.A., along with its internship students.

The meeting also highlighted the six programming pillars of American Corners: Information Access, American English Learning and Teaching, Professional Skills Building, U.S. Higher Education Promotion, Cultural Programs, and U.S. Exchange Alumni Engagement. These pillars served as the basis for discussing potential activities and areas of collaboration between the two institutions.

As part of the proposed collaboration, two programs are planned to be held at UIN Alauddin Makassar: ELibrary USA Workshop and Targeted Advising Group. Both programs are expected to give lecturers and students greater access to educational resources and information, while introducing them to academic opportunities and further educational prospects in the United States.

Through this meeting, UIN Alauddin Makassar and American Corner Makassar aim to strengthen their institutional partnership and expand cooperation in education and cultural programs. The collaboration is also expected to bring more opportunities for the university community, particularly lecturers and students, to broaden their international perspectives and experiences.