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# GEUA 2022 Logbook
> [name=NikFarhan]

Hi, my name is Nik Ahmad Farhan and I am from International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM).This is my logbook for the Global Education University Alliance programme between Tecnologico de Monterrey, International Islamic University Malaysia, and Srinakharinwirot University.

@NikFarhan 
## Week 1
This is my first week's logbook. Thank you for your time.
### What did you do this week?
This was the first week of the program's implementation. This week, I attended the opening lecture as well as a lecture on the Minimum Viable Product (MVP). In addition, I had a fantastic session with others where we needed to form a group. Last but not least, I introduced myself and proposed my SDG-related project and a project that will bring peace and prosperity to the community.
### What did you enjoy?
This week, I thoroughly enjoyed every session, especially a lecture about MVP, which I had never heard before. Following that, I had a great time meeting other students from Mexico and Thailand. It was a pleasure interacting with them. Another thing I liked was the introductions and the project session, where I could see how everyone has their own ideologies that can change and benefit their community.
### What did you find difficult?
Since I am an introvert, I find it difficult to interact with them this week. Another issue was project discussion due to the time zone difference, which is night in Mexico and morning in Thailand and Malaysia.
### What has changed?
I overcame my apprehension about interacting with others, especially when we were not speaking the same language. Following that, I learned to accept ideas that were superior to mine.
## Week 2

This is my second week's logbook. Thank you for your time.
### What did you do this week?
This was the second week of the program's implementation. This week, I attended Sir Anil's lecture and Sir Eduardo's conflict resolution lecture. In addition, I collaborated with my team on the MVP we will create. Following that, we reduced the scope of our project in response to the advisor's suggestion that it be too large. As a result, we narrow it down. Finally, we're getting to know each other better.
### What did you enjoy?
I literally enjoyed every session this week. On Monday, I learned more about Thai culture and Srinakharinwirot University. I felt like I was in Thailand during that session. It's a fantastic opportunity for me to learn about Thai culture from students at Srinakharinwirot University. The following day, I learned more about international relations and other topics discussed by Sir Anil. As a result, this session broadened my understanding of international studies. Last but not least, I learned how to resolve a conflict in a group where everyone has their own ideology and worldview after Sir Eduardo's session.
### What did you find difficult?
Some of the challenges I've faced this week are similar to those I encountered last week: the time zone difference, which has slowed our project's progress. Following that, during the smaller scope of our project session, our group had some disagreements. This is only a temporary problem on which we must agree and disagree. It has now settled. This, I believe, was the difficulty I encountered this week.
### What has changed?
This week, our group's communication has improved. Nobody is shy anymore. We can have a great conversation about our MVP project. Everyone respects the opinions of others and works together to solve problems.
## Week 3
This is my third week's logbook. Thank you for your time.
### What did you do and enjoy this week?
I did something extraordinary for my country this week by presenting our culture. I thoroughly enjoyed this session, where I discussed our country's favourite foods, travel destinations, types of Malaysian celebrations, and many other topics. It is a fantastic opportunity for me and my fellow Malaysian students to promote our country and educate others about our culture. This allows people from other countries to learn about our culture when visiting Malaysia.
### What did you find difficult?
This week was difficult for me. Since I have regular training every night, I could not attend meetings with my group. So this week has been a little difficult for me. I did, however, inquire about what they discussed.
### What has changed?
Our group leader assigned us a specific task for our MVP in relation to our project. Despite the fact that we only have a short time to complete this MVP, this is significant progress toward making this project a success. 
## Week 4
This is my last week's logbook. Thank you for your time.
### What did I do?
This week, I assisted my team in identifying some water issues in my country that will be addressed by completing this MVP. As a result, I discovered various issues that can be addressed by our MVP project. In conclusion, Malaysian society will benefit tremendously from our MVP project. Second, I recorded a short presentation about my learning experience during this entire program.
### What did I learned ahead from this program?
1. I learned to respect others and stay committed to my group because everyone has their own responsibilities but they still makes time for our project to be completed.
2. I learned to respect time, which was especially important when we met someone from different time zone. 
3. I enjoyed the Monday session in which we discussed our country's culture.
#### Conclusion
My knowledge has grown enormously throughout this program and it has been a fantastic experience and exposure for me to work with other international students.
