Learning Across Borders: SMA Al Azhar 16 Welcomes German Exchange Students for International Learning Experience

SEMARANG—International exchange students from Albstadt-Sigmaringen University Germany visited SMA Islam Al Azhar 16 Semarang on October 2, 2026, as part of a community outreach activity organized by the International Office of Agung Putra University (APU).

Upon this visit, SMA Islam Al Azhar 16 Semarang warmly welcomed the exchange students and the delegation from Agung Putra University. 

The principal of SMA Islam Al Azhar 16 Semarang, Mr. Much Imam Guritno, S.Pd., expressed his gratitude to Agung Putra University for taking the time to visit the school and interact with the students. 

“The visit from Agung Putra University is a rare opportunity for us, so we are very grateful that you took the time to come and meet our students,” said Mr. Guritno.

Accompanied by representatives from Al Azhar 16 High School and faculty members from Agung Putra University, Melanie visited a 10th-grade class, Cara visited an 11th-grade class, and Frederick visited a 12th-grade class. Each of them discussed a different topic, ranging from technology in Germany to bioanalytics.

The students were very enthusiastic about this event because, in addition to being able to interact directly with foreigners, they were also excited to gain new perspectives and information about technology in Germany.

Bilqis, from grade 10, said, “It's amazing to learn about life in Germany.”

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Discussion session between a German exchange student and 10th grade students at SMA Islam Al Azhar 16 Semarang.jpg

Discussion session between a German exchange student and 11th grade students at SMA Islam Al Azhar 16 Semarang.jpg

Discussion session between a German exchange student and 12th grade students at SMA Islam Al Azhar 16 Semarang.jpg

Written by : ANM, APU International Office

Agung Putra University