[Topics] Short-term study abroad experience video is now available at Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia

Ms. Machika Shimizu, a senior in the Field of Bioproduction System Engineering, Course of Bioproduction System Engineering, ​Laboratory of Agricultural Machinery and Production Systems Design, who participated in the "International Agricultural Science Program 2024: Summer Course on Tropical Forest and Climate Change at Universitas Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia," a short-term study abroad program for overseas students last year, studied abroad in February and March 2025 at Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia, utilizing her experience in the short-term study abroad program. A video summarizing Ms. Shimizu's experiences while studying abroad has been posted on the You Tube channel of Gadjah Mada University, where she studied abroad.

The video introduces student life in Indonesia, research and study, and cultural exchange experiences, vividly depicting the valuable learning and growth that Ms. Shimizu has achieved through her study abroad. The video also talks about the challenges and joys of a cross-cultural environment from the perspective of an international student, and is a great reference for students who are considering studying abroad in the future.

YouTube Teknik Pertanian dan Biosistem UGM

Student Exchange Testimony from Kyushu University! Machika Shimizu

Channel Description: Official media channel Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada.

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After last year's Short-Term Student Exchange Program, the IFSAQ, a Kyushu University branch of the International Forestry Student Network (IFSA), a student organization mainly consisting of program participants, was established. Ms. Shimizu is the representative of IFSAQ.
The way her world has expanded through her study abroad experience will have a great impact in many areas in the future.

The Global Gateway Office will continue to promote a variety of international exchange programs as opportunities to foster a global perspective.

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Faculty

FUJIWARA Takahiro, Associate Professor
NAKAMURA Mako, Professor
KITA Hiroko, Associate Professor

Inquiries

Global Gateway Office, School of Agriculture, Kyushu University
Miyazaki (Staff)
TEL：092-802-4702
Mail：agrgateway★agr.kyushu-u.ac.jp
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