NERS NEWS — Surabaya, July 31, 2026 — The Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga hosted a series of activities with delegates from the Yale School of Nursing (YSN), Yale University, United States, beginning with a welcoming session followed by a joint symposium. The activities marked an important moment in strengthening international collaboration in the field of nursing.
The activities began with the Welcoming Yale School of Nursing session, held in the Rapim 2 Meeting Room of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga. In a warm and welcoming atmosphere, the YSN delegation was received by faculty leaders, lecturers, and student representatives. The session served as an initial platform for introducing the institutions, engaging in discussions, and exploring various opportunities for collaboration in education, research, and the development of nursing science.
During the welcoming session, both institutions exchanged information and experiences regarding curriculum development, learning innovations, and opportunities for international research collaboration. The activity was expected to serve as an initial step toward strengthening the relationship between the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga and Yale University.
The series of activities then continued with the Yale School of Nursing Joint Symposium, held at the Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Airlangga. The symposium provided an interactive academic atmosphere through discussions, presentations, and the sharing of research findings from both institutions. Participants, consisting of lecturers and students, showed enthusiasm throughout each session.
Through this activity, participants gained new insights into global developments in nursing science, including innovations in nursing practice, education, and research. In addition, the interactions established during the event opened opportunities for broader and more sustainable collaboration in the future.
The welcoming session and joint symposium represented the commitment of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga to supporting the internationalization of higher education and strengthening global networks. The collaboration is expected to encourage innovation and improve the quality of human resources in the field of nursing.
This activity also aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-Being, which emphasizes the importance of improving health outcomes through strengthening the capacity of excellent and globally competitive healthcare professionals.
With the successful implementation of this series of activities, the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga once again demonstrated its commitment to actively establishing international collaborations and contributing to the development of nursing science at the global level.
Writer: Fadilatul Azzahra
