Student Short-term Mobility Program: Beach Clean Up at Mertasari Beach

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• Jumat, 23 Mei 2025
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On the third day of the visit, students and staff from Universiti Malaya and the Department of Civil Engineering at Universitas Udayana took part in a Community Service activity through a beach cleanup at Mertasari Beach, located on the eastern coast of Denpasar. In the month of May, this coastal area often experiences a buildup of marine debris due to changing currents, making it an ideal time to carry out environmental preservation efforts.

This collaborative action served as a meaningful gesture of environmental responsibility, uniting students from both institutions in an effort to raise awareness about coastal cleanliness. Equipped with gloves and trash bags, participants worked together to collect plastic waste and debris along the shoreline, demonstrating the impact of student-led initiatives on real-world environmental challenges.

Hung Lik, chairman of the Civil Engineering Student Organization at Universiti Malaya, shared his appreciation: “Everything was well-organized, and the activities were both engaging and meaningful.” The spirit of cooperation and hands-on learning was evident throughout the event, highlighting the value of international academic partnerships.

Dr. Yuen Choon Wah stated, “The Department of Civil Engineering, Universiti Malaya extends sincere thanks and gratitude to the host university, Universitas Udayana, for the hospitality and support provided during this mobility program. The students and staff gained memorable experiences and valuable knowledge through their visit to this beautiful island. We are looking forward to colleagues and students from Universitas Udayana visiting us in the near future and giving us a chance to introduce the unique culture of Malaysia and thank them for their hospitality.”

This beach cleanup marked the closing activity of the Short-Term Mobility Program organized by Universiti Malaya in collaboration with the Civil Engineering Department of Universitas Udayana. It is hoped that similar collaborations will continue to flourish between Universitas Udayana and other universities around the world. As a token of appreciation, Universitas Udayana presented certificates of recognition to Dr. Yuen Choon Wah and his students for their active participation and contribution during their stay in Bali.