On Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik (UMG) organized a Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) via Zoom. The session, titled “PDO International Internship Yala Batch July,” aimed to prepare students who will participate in an international internship and community service program in Yala Province, Thailand. Participants came from several Muhammadiyah universities, namely Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik (UMG), Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo (UMPO), Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto (UMP), and Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS). The event served as an essential first step in equipping students for their upcoming international experience.

The session was facilitated by the International Relations Office (IRO) of UMG. Students received guidance on travel documentation, local cultural understanding, and appropriate ethical conduct during the program abroad. They were also reminded of their role as positive representatives of Muhammadiyah. Values such as integrity, discipline, and adaptability were strongly emphasized throughout the orientation. This activity represents the institution’s support and commitment to equipping students before undertaking their international program.