As part of its ongoing commitment to broadening students' global perspectives and providing meaningful international exposure, Thursina International Islamic Boarding School (IIBS) participated in the prestigious StudyAdelaide: Partnership in Progress forum. Held on Thursday, June 18, the exclusive event brought together policymakers, academics, and industry leaders from Indonesia and Australia to explore opportunities for future collaboration in research, technology, and health innovation.
Representing Thursina IIBS at the high-level forum was Ustaz Moh. Suhaili, S.Pd., Manager of Scholarship. His participation reflected the school's continued commitment to strengthening long-standing partnerships with leading international universities, including Flinders University in South Australia.
The forum welcomed several distinguished Australian leaders, including The Honorable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia, and Professor Colin Stirling, Vice-Chancellor of Flinders University. Their presence underscored the importance of international collaboration in shaping a more connected and forward-looking global education ecosystem.
"Strong academic partnerships with global institutions are about more than the exchange of knowledge. They are about creating opportunities for future generations to stand confidently on the world stage," said Professor Colin Stirling, Vice-Chancellor of Flinders University.
For Thursina IIBS, the forum offered an opportunity to strengthen pathways that connect its students with world-class research, innovation, and higher education. One of the event's highlights was a presentation on Adelaide BioMed City (ABMC), an AUD 4.2 billion biomedical and healthcare precinct recognized as one of the largest health and life sciences districts in the Southern Hemisphere.
Speaking about the event’s significant, Ustaz Moh. Suhaili emphasized that active engagement in international forums is an essential part of preparing students for the future. He noted that the collaborative model connecting universities, government, and industry in South Australia offers valuable insights that can inspire stronger research culture within Thursina, particularly in supporting scholarship recipients.
He also highlighted the broader impact of the partnership on students' educational journey.
"Our participation in this international forum is a strategic step toward expanding Thursina's global network. We are not only educating students in the classroom—we are preparing them to become global citizens with a strong cross-cultural perspective," said Ustaz Suhaili.
He added that Thursina's scholarship initiatives are designed to create opportunities that extend beyond national boundaries.
"Through close collaboration with strategic partners in South Australia, we are opening more pathways for our students to experience authentic cultural immersion and gain exposure to world-class research environments. This is part of our long-term commitment to nurturing Muslim scholars who are ready to lead and contribute in an increasingly interconnected world."
Through its participation in StudyAdelaide: Partnership in Progress, Thursina IIBS once again reaffirmed its commitment to combining strong Islamic values with a globally oriented education. By continuously expanding international partnerships, the school seeks to equip its students with the knowledge, adaptability, and global outlook needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world. (iz/lil)
