USM PENANG, 2 December 2025 – The Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) School  of  Languages,  Literacies  and  Translation  (SoLLaT)  recently  embarked  on  a  three-day exchange  programme  in  Sarawak  from  21 to  23  November  2025. 

The programme was held in collaboration with the Centre of Knowledge Advancement and Language (i-CATS  University College)  and  the Faculty  of  Education,  Language  and  Communication,  Universiti  Malaysia  Sarawak (UNIMAS).

A total of 26 SoLLaT representatives, comprising 20 students, three lecturers, and three administrative staff, took part in this programme.

The  exchange  featured  interactive  local  cultural  activities and  field  visits,  aimed  at  enhancing  English  language  proficiency  and  communication  skills, while providing participants with an immersive experience of Sarawak’s unique culture.

The  visit  to  both  universities  was  initiated  by  SoLLaT  to  encourage  academic  collaboration and  cross-institutional  learning,  while  also  strengthening  connections  between  the institutions involved.

On  the  whole,  this  programme  was  praised  for  its  enriching  learning  opportunities  and  the meaningful  bonds  it  fostered  between  students  and  faculty  across  the  institutions, highlighting  the  success  of  the  exchange  and  the  benefits  of  both  academic  and  cultural collaboration.

Text: SoLLaT USM