One of the last meaningful moments of this journey was when we joined the Halina, Umaykan! program at Mariano Marcos State University . Through this program, we learned basic Tagalog and Ilokano in a fun and engaging way filled with laughter, interactive activities, and even games that involved dance movements to Filipino songs. It was more than just a language class; it was a joyful space where learning felt alive and unforgettable. The following day marked the closing c

On the following day, we had the opportunity to explore more of Mariano Marcos State University and become more familiar with the environment that would soon become part of our daily lives. We met several lecturers and the people in charge who would guide and support us throughout our journey. Meeting them felt truly inspiring being surrounded by such dedicated and passionate individuals made me feel both grateful and motivated. During the campus tour, they also shared the h

Day 1 marked the beginning of a journey I had long been waiting for. From the moment I arrived at the airport, I was warmly welcomed by Ma’am Fe and Kuya Iren, whose kindness immediately made me feel safe and comfortable in a completely new place. We then headed straight to Mariano Marcos State University , where we were introduced at the Dean’s Office to the faculty members and staff. Meeting them for the first time felt both exciting and a little overwhelming, but their war

This was one of the most unforgettable nights of my journey. Performing at the 48th Foundation Anniversary of Mariano Marcos State University with the theme “One Vision, One MMSU” felt both exciting and surreal. What made this moment even more special was how we came together from different places to create something meaningful. We performed “Apuse,” a traditional song from Papua, Indonesia, accompanied by the beautiful sound of the Sape from Kalimantan, played by fellow stu

This was my final demo teaching a moment I had been both waiting for and fearing at the same time. At first, I felt nervous, knowing that I was being observed, but everything slowly changed the moment I stepped into the classroom. The students welcomed me with so much excitement and curiosity. As someone coming from Indonesia, they were eager to know more asking questions about the differences and similarities between our countries, our daily lives, and our culture. Their ene

In this moment, I found myself surrounded by voices from different parts of the world each carrying unique stories, perspectives, and dreams. During this cultural and academic exchange at Mariano Marcos State University , we shared more than just knowledge; we shared experiences of learning, teaching, and growing in different countries. It reminded me that education goes beyond classrooms it lives in conversations, in diversity, and in the courage to understand one another. F

One of the most memorable and honorable moments during my journey was the opportunity to visit and meet the President of Mariano Marcos State University , Virgilio Julius P. Manzano Jr. , at the Office of the President . During this meeting, we had the chance to introduce ourselves as student teachers from Indonesia who would be participating in the SEA Teacher Program . We also shared our purpose and activities throughout the program. During our stay, we were assigned to