September 17, 2024, the English Education Department of IAIN Palopo and Pesantren Modern Datuk Sulaiman (PMDS) Palopo officially signed a Collaboration Agreement aimed at strengthening English language education. The signing ceremony took place at IAIN Palopo and marked a new chapter in fostering cooperation between the two institutions.
The event was attended by Husnaini, S.Pd.I., M.Pd., Head of the English Education Department, along with representatives from PMDS Putra. The agreement reflects a mutual commitment to enhancing the quality of English learning through collaborative initiatives, teacher training programs, and curriculum development tailored to meet the needs of pesantren students.
In his address, Husnaini expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting the importance of bridging formal education with pesantren-based learning environments. He emphasized that the collaboration would not only benefit students by providing practical language exposure but also open doors for teacher exchanges, workshops, and joint research projects.
The representatives from PMDS Putra echoed this sentiment, acknowledging the value of integrating modern English education strategies into the pesantren curriculum. They expressed hope that this partnership would enhance students’ competitiveness in both academic and professional settings.