1. CULTURE AND ETHNICITY IN BORNEO: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND CULTURAL EXPLORATION 2. SUSTAINABLE CONSERVATION OF SANTUBONG ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE: INTEGRATING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION FOR THE SAFEGUARDING OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE

1. The program had a significant impact on students, enhancing their understanding of cultural heritage through experiential learning, improving critical thinking and communication skills, and fostering a greater appreciation for diversity. It also strengthened community engagement by increasing participation from stakeholders and raising public awareness about cultural sustainability. Additionally, the event reinforced institutional contributions to society by positioning the university as a key player in cultural conservation and demonstrating the relevance of academic expertise in heritage preservation.

2. This program empowers students and communities to safeguard cultural heritage through hands-on archaeological learning, fostering awareness, skills, and sustainable partnerships for long-term preservation. The impact of this program is multifaceted, contributing significantly to both educational development and cultural preservation. It has enhanced heritage awareness among students and local communities by bringing to light the historical significance of the Santubong archaeological site, a heritage landscape often overlooked in mainstream education. Through hands-on archaeological learning activities such as simulations, site visits, and exhibitions, students developed key competencies in communication, leadership, teamwork, and critical thinking.