The English Department Students Association (EDSA) of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Halu Oleo (FKIP UHO), will organize the English EXPO 2026 Nationwide in a semi-online format from October 19–26, 2026, with the theme “LUMINOPTION” and the slogan “Shape the Future, Speak the Light”. The university-level competitions include Public Speaking, Microteaching, Debate, and Essay Writing.

The English Department Students Association (EDSA) of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Halu Oleo (FKIP UHO), will organize the English EXPO 2026 Nationwide in a semi-online format with the theme “LUMINOPTION” and the slogan “Shape the Future, Speak the Light”.

The activity will be held on:

Day/Date: Monday, October 19–26, 2026
Venue: Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Halu Oleo (UHO)
Format: Semi-Online

English EXPO is an English language competition organized by the English Education Student Association of Universitas Halu Oleo. The activity was previously known as Gebyar English, then officially changed its name to English EXPO in 2008 and has continued to be held to this day.

In 2026, English EXPO carries the spirit of “Shape the Future, Speak the Light,” which represents the spirit of shaping the future through the courage to communicate, share ideas, and demonstrate one's potential. English EXPO provides a space for participants to learn, compete, and develop their English language skills while fostering inspiration and confidence.

Competition Categories

English EXPO 2026 opens university-level competitions (University Level), consisting of:

Public Speaking
Microteaching
Debate
Essay Writing

Registration Period and Fees

Competition registration is divided into two periods, with the following details:

1. Public Speaking University

Early Registration: September 10–24, 2026
Regular Registration: September 25–October 11, 2026
Early Registration Fee: Rp95,000/person
Regular Registration Fee: Rp105,000/person
Technical Meeting: Monday, October 12, 2026

2. Microteaching

Early Registration: September 10–24, 2026
Regular Registration: September 25–October 11, 2026
Early Registration Fee: Rp95,000/person
Regular Registration Fee: Rp105,000/person
Technical Meeting: Thursday, October 15, 2026

3. Debate University

Early Registration: September 10–24, 2026
Regular Registration: September 25–October 8, 2026
Early Registration Fee: Rp320,000/person
Regular Registration Fee: Rp370,000/person
Technical Meeting: Friday, October 9, 2026

4. Essay Writing

Early Registration: September 10–24, 2026
Regular Registration: September 25–October 11, 2026
Early Registration Fee: Rp95,000/person
Regular Registration Fee: Rp105,000/person
Technical Meeting: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Registration Procedure

Participants can register through the official English EXPO 2026 website:

https://englishexpo2026.carrd.co

After registering, participants can pay the registration fee by bank transfer to the following account:

Bank BRI
Account Number: 0646-01-029315-53-9
Account Name: ENGLISH EXPO 2026

Participants are required to confirm their payment by uploading or sending a scanned copy or photo of the transfer receipt through the English EXPO 2026 registration link.

Competition guidelines, requirements for each competition category, and further registration information can be accessed through the official English EXPO 2026 website.

Benefits and Prizes

Participants and winners have the opportunity to receive various benefits and awards, including:

Participant certificates;
National certificates for winners;
Development grants/cash prizes;
Trophies; and
Medals.

Registration Information

Registration Period – University

Early Registration: September 10–24, 2026
Regular Registration: September 25–October 11, 2026

University – Debate

Early Registration: September 10–24, 2026
Regular Registration: September 25–October 8, 2026

International University

Public Speaking, Microteaching, and Essay Writing: September 10–October 11, 2026
Debate: September 10–October 8, 2026

Contact
For further information, please contact:

Marsi J.M. Lasinta: 0852-8023-4283
La Ode Fitran R.: 0822-8560-1279
Fauzan: 0822-9024-2074

Social Media:

TikTok: @englishexpouho
Instagram: @englishexpo_official
Email: englishexpo@uho.ac.id

Take advantage of this opportunity to develop your English language skills, expand your competition experience, and showcase your potential and creativity through English EXPO 2026.

“Shape the Future, Speak the Light.”