La Roche University Expands Global Academic Collaboration with INTI International University in Malaysia

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 13, 2026 – La Roche University and INTI International University in Malaysia have formalized a new academic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking an important step in expanding global engagement and strengthening international academic collaboration between the United States and Malaysia.

The MOU was signed by Christina A. Clark, Ph.D., President of La Roche University, and Professor Dr. Goh Khang Wen, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement) of INTI International University. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration grounded in equality, reciprocity, sustainable partnership, and mutual understanding.

Under the framework of the MOU, the two universities will explore collaborative initiatives across areas of mutual interest. These include student and faculty exchanges, the sharing of academic information and materials, joint research programs, conferences and workshops, undergraduate and graduate dual-degree opportunities, short-term language and field-based programs, student practicum and workforce development initiatives, and other mutually agreed academic activities.

Founded more than four decades ago, INTI International University is one of Malaysia’s leading private universities and is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, industry engagement, and internationalization. In the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, INTI is ranked among the top 122 universities in Asia and has received QS recognition for Outstanding Learning Experience and Performance Improvement. The university also has strong global subject rankings, including among the top 300 in business, top 375 in accounting and finance, and top 450 in computer science and social sciences and management.

With an extensive network of international university partners and strong collaborations with industry leaders, INTI provides students with opportunities for global mobility, experiential learning, and career-ready education. Its educational approach emphasizes an international, innovative, and individualized learning experience designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and intercultural competencies needed to succeed in a global environment.

“We are delighted to partner with INTI International University in Malaysia, an institution that shares our commitment to innovation, experiential learning, and global engagement,” said President Clark. “This partnership creates meaningful opportunities for our students and faculty to learn from one another, engage across cultures, and pursue new opportunities for academic and professional development.”

Through this partnership, La Roche University and INTI International University will work to develop innovative academic initiatives that expand global learning opportunities, encourage interdisciplinary research, and strengthen experiential education. The collaboration also creates opportunities to connect students and faculty across cultures while exploring new pathways for academic and professional development.

As La Roche University continues to expand its global network of strategic partnerships, the collaboration with INTI International University represents another important step in advancing its internationalization strategy. Through sustained academic cooperation, student and faculty mobility, and cross-cultural engagement, the two universities aim to create meaningful educational experiences that prepare graduates with the global perspectives and competencies needed to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world.

About La Roche University: An independent liberal arts university in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, La Roche University offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs with particular strengths in education, business, criminal justice, cybersecurity and forensics, psychology, nursing, and health and medical sciences as well as interior architecture & design and graphic design. This residential university provides a vibrant campus community for women and men enjoying multiple student organizations and an exciting NCAA Div. III athletics program. Founded by the Sisters of Divine Providence in 1963, La Roche University embraces its Catholic heritage while welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds. With a legacy of social justice and a commitment to international exchange, La Roche University educates students to be lifelong learners and achievers in an increasingly diverse and global society.

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