The Faculty of Psychology at Esa Unggul University successfully hosted the Global Signature Course titled “Behind the Mask: How Cognitive Distortions Shape Personality Disorders” on Monday, June 30, 2025. The event was conducted in a hybrid format and was the result of an international collaboration with Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna (MMCL) in the Philippines.
The event featured Dr. Maharsi Anindyajati, M.Psi., Psychologist from Esa Unggul University, as the keynote speaker. During the interactive session, the speaker provided an in-depth discussion on cognitive distortions and their impact on the development of personality disorders. This theme is highly relevant in fostering cross-cultural understanding of global psychological issues.
Also participating in the session were two faculty members from Mapúa MCL, Ms. Samatha Latorre and Ms. Zyra Irene Napolis, who shared their insights and perspectives on the discussed topic. The Global Signature Course not only enriched academic knowledge but also strengthened institutional collaboration.
This program is part of Esa Unggul University’s commitment to facilitating international learning experiences for students and faculty members. Through this activity, participants have the opportunity to engage in direct dialogue with foreign academics while expanding their cross-border educational collaboration networks.
This activity reflects Universitas Esa Unggul’s commitment to expanding its international academic network and enhancing the quality of global learning within the campus environment. Through such collaborations, students and faculty gain cross-cultural experiences that enrich their knowledge, broaden their scientific perspectives, and strengthen Universitas Esa Unggul’s position as a globally competitive educational institution.
