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  On Thursday, November 7, 2024, International Relations students from the Faculty of Social Sciences and Education at President University (Presuniv) organized the Blue Economy Pioneer Seminar. Held in the Charles Himawan Auditorium, Building A, 5th Floor, at Presuniv’s campus in Kota Jababeka, Cikarang, the seminar focused on “Optimization of Marine Resources and Poverty Alleviation in the Kali Adem Region by Implementing the SDGs in a Global Context.” The seminar was arranged by students following a survey conducted with community members whose primary livelihoods depend on the sea, such as fishermen. The organizing team included Arief Rizki, Ilhami As’ad Nanda Perdana, and Patricia Gabriella Umbas from the 2019 cohort, Dwina Yabeztha Sinurat from 2020, as well as Andi Muhammad Nur Yasin Ar Thalib and Iqbal Fauzan Farah from 2021. Moderated by Johanes Surya Utama Sede, a 2023 Environmental Engineering student, the Blue Economy Pioneer Seminar featured two guest speakers: Yoel M....

    A university’s role is not only to educate and provide a place for students to learn, but also to support their mental health. This is precisely what President University (Presuniv) is doing through President University Lyrics Unplugged (PULU) with Paul Partohap: A Mini Concert Experience. The PULU event was held on Wednesday afternoon, November 6, 2024, in the Theater Room, President University Convention Center, Jl. H. Usmar Ismail, Kota Jababeka, Cikarang. Besides supporting mental health, Presuniv’s Rector Handa S. Abidin emphasized that playing or enjoying music can also balance students’ left- and right-brain abilities. This music activity, Handa explained, is also based on an internal survey conducted by Presuniv. “According to the survey results, 90% of students believe that listening to music, including attending concerts, positively impacts their mental health,” said Handa. He added that this was the motivation behind Presuniv’s organization of the mini concert w...

  On Friday, October 25, 2024, President University (Presuniv) held a meeting with various alumni who are currently working in embassies, international organizations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The meeting was held at Coffee Bean in Kuningan City and was attended by Presuniv Rector Handa S. Abidin, SH, LL.M., Ph.D., Dr. Dra. Fennieka Kristianto, SH, MH, MA, M.Kn., Dean of the Faculty of Law, Dr. Mohammad Syafi’i Anwar, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Education, and Dr. Jeanne Francoise, Head of the International Relations Study Program. Several faculty members from the International Relations program were also present, including Ranti Yulia Wardani, Ph.D., Isyana Adriani, BA., M.Si., and Nino Viartasiwi, Ph.D. On this occasion, alumni from various batches attended. During the event, they exchanged inspiring experiences from their professional journeys to achieve their current positions. The attending alumni included: Bela Ghassani Kelvian (Accounting...

  On Friday, October 25, 2024, President University (Presuniv) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Colorado State University, USA. The signing ceremony took place in the Conference Room, Building A, at the Presuniv campus in Jababeka Education Park, Jl. Ki Hajar Dewantara, Cikarang, Bekasi. The MoU, which encompasses the implementation of the university’s Tri Dharma mission, was signed by Dr. Adhi Setyo Santoso, ST, MBA, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, Research, and Innovation at Presuniv, and Stene Verhulst, Director of International Enrollment at Colorado State University. (Graciella V, PR team. Photo: Graciella V).

  Friday, October 25, 2024, Alfito Yuro Yudistiro, a student from the Management Study Program at the Faculty of Business, President University, has once again achieved success with the start-up company he built with his team, PT Tococo Indonesia Berkah. This time, he secured the 3rdRunner-Up award in the Food and Beverage category at the Indonesian Student Entrepreneurship (KMI) Expo. This expo is the final event of the Student Entrepreneurship Development Program (P2MW) organized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology at Halu Oleo University, Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi. Alfito’s journey to participate in the KMI Expo was not easy. In early February 2024, he began his participation in P2MW with a business proposal selection at the university level. After passing the university level, he advanced to the selection conducted by P2MW. With Alfito’s proposal succeeding at the P2MW level, he received the opportunity to undergo various coaching sessions and fund...

  On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, President University (Presuniv) welcomed the Information Systems Study Program team from Hasanuddin University, Makassar, South Sulawesi, for a benchmarking visit regarding the implementation of the education system. The benchmarking session took place in the Conference Room, Building A, Presuniv Campus, Jababeka Education Park, Jl. Ki Hajar Dewantara, Cikarang, Bekasi. The team from Hasanuddin University was led by Prof. Dr. Jeffry Kusuma, Head of the Information Systems Study Program, accompanied by Dr. Eng. Armin Lawi, S.Si., M.Eng., Dr. Eng. Supri Bin HJ. Amir, S.Si., M.Eng., Edy Saputra Rusdi, S.Si., M.Si., Ir. Eliyah Acantha Manapa Sampetoding, S.Kom., M.Kom., and Jeriko Gormantara, S.Si., M.Si. The Hasanuddin University team was welcomed by Dr. Adhi Setyo Santoso, ST, MBA., Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, Research, and Innovation, who also serves as the Dean of the Faculty of Computing, Presuniv. Other attendees included Prof. Dr. Ir. Wira...

On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, President University (Presuniv) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hasanuddin University, Makassar, South Sulawesi. The signing ceremony took place in the Conference Room, Building A, Presuniv Campus, Jababeka Education Park, Jl. Ki Hajar Dewantara, Cikarang, Bekasi. The agreement, which covers the implementation of the Tri Dharma of higher education, was signed by Dr. Adhi Setyo Santoso, ST, MBA, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, Research, and Innovation at Presuniv, and Prof. Dr. Eng. Adi Maulana, ST, M.Phil., Vice Rector for Partnerships, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Business at Hasanuddin University. (Graciella V, PR team. Photo: Graciella).  

  President University welcomed a group from SMKN 11 Cempaka OKU Timur, South Sulawesi, who visited to gain firsthand insights into the Mechanical Engineering Program, Faculty of Engineering. The visit was held on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the Charles Himawan Auditorium, 5th floor of Building A, President University campus on Jl. Ki Hajar Dewantara, Jababeka City, Cikarang. The agenda of the visit was to provide vocational students with knowledge about the latest developments in mechanical engineering, such as robotics and electric vehicles. During the event, the Head of the Mechanical Engineering Program, Dr.Eng. Lydia Anggraini, ST, M.Eng., explained the fundamentals of the study program and its relevance in the modern era. Meanwhile, Dr.Eng. Rudi Suhradi Rachmat, a lecturer from the Mechanical Engineering Program, presented topics related to the manufacturing process and the future of mechanical engineering. He stated, “As automation and the integration of advanced technol...

  On Tuesday, October 22, 2023, President University (Presuniv) again collaborated with the Mentorship Program for Advancing Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) in Bekasi Regency. The workshop aimed to help  UMKM entrepreneurs to understand franchising and was titled. “Franchise Partnership Procedures and Laws as a Superior Strategy for UMKM Development in Cikarang.” The workshop, held at the JNE Cibitung office in West Cikarang District, Bekasi Regency, featured Dr. Dra. Fennieka Kristianto, SH, MH, MA, M.Kn., Dean of the Faculty of Law, as the speaker. The event was moderated by Filda Rahmiati, BBA, MBA, Ph.D., Regional Coordinator of the UMKM Mentorship Program, who is also a lecturer in the Management Study Program, Faculty of Business, Presuniv. Fennieka explained that developing a business does not always require significant capital. “You can invite friends who are interested in joining the business. Invite them to purchase your franchise rights,” said Fennieka. ...

  On Monday, October 21, 2024, the Faculty of Medicine at President University (Presuniv) held a round table discussion on “Detecting Office Syndrome in Industrial Areas: A Collaborative Approach Between Doctors, Academics, and Industry.” The event was held at the Faculty of Medicine building, located on Jl. Taman Golf Timur I, Senior Living D’Khayangan, Jababeka, Cikarang, and featured speakers Dr. Ardini Saptaningsih Raksanagara, MPH, and Dr. Sri Yusnita Irda Sari, M.Sc., both from the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung. The discussion was moderated by Dr. M. Ridwansyah, Head of the Medical Study Program at Presuniv. According to Prof. Dr. Budi Setiabudiawan, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Presuniv, the discussion aimed to develop a standardized questionnaire for conducting surveys on office syndrome in industrial areas. The questionnaire is being jointly created by the Faculty of Medicine at Presuniv and Universitas Padjadjaran. “This collaboration is...

   the Faculty of Medicine at President University (Presuniv) held a round table discussion on “Detecting Office Syndrome in Industrial Areas: A Collaborative Approach Between Doctors, Academics, and Industry.” The event was held at the Faculty of Medicine building, located on Jl. Taman Golf Timur I, Senior Living D’Khayangan, Jababeka, Cikarang, and featured speakers Dr. Ardini Saptaningsih Raksanagara, MPH, and Dr. Sri Yusnita Irda Sari, M.Sc., both from the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung. The discussion was moderated by Dr. M. Ridwansyah, Head of the Medical Study Program at Presuniv. According to Prof. Dr. Budi Setiabudiawan, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Presuniv, the discussion aimed to develop a standardized questionnaire for conducting surveys on office syndrome in industrial areas. The questionnaire is being jointly created by the Faculty of Medicine at Presuniv and Universitas Padjadjaran. “This collaboration is expected to result in ...

  On Friday, 18 October 2024, President University (Presuniv) welcomed a benchmarking visit from Universitas Ciputra, aimed at studying educational system implementation. The team was, led by Prof. Jenny Lukito Setiawan, Ph.D., Vice Rector 3 of Student Affairs, was received by Dr. Adhi Setyo Santoso, ST, MBA, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, Research, and Innovation at Presuniv. The meeting took place in the Conference Room, Building A, at Presuniv’s campus in Jababeka Education Park, Jl. Ki Hajar Dewantara, Cikarang, Bekasi. In addition to Prof. Jenny, several deans and vice deans from Universitas Ciputra were also present. Among them were Damelina Basauli Tambunan, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Business & Management; Livia Yuliawat, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Psychology; Agoes Tinus Lis Indrianto, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Tourism; and Dr. Johan Hasa, Vice Dean 2 of the School of Entrepreneurship & Humanities. Other attendees included Drg. Maria Laurentia Sanjaya, Vi...

  On Thursday, 17 October 2024, the International Relations Study Program of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Education, President University (Presuniv), in collaboration with Setsail BizAccel, a business incubator, organized a  Sharing Sessions of International Relations Alumni  featuring Jonathan Davy, Co-Founder and CEO of Ecoxyztem. The event was held at the Fabrication Laboratory (Fablab), President University Convention Center (PUCC), Jl. H. Usmar Ismail, Kota Jababeka, Cikarang, and focused on Jonathan’s experience in starting a business with his partners. Jonathan is an alumnus of the International Relations Program, class of 2011. Dr. Mohammad Syafi’i Anwar, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Education expressed President University’s strong support for students who aspire to develop entrepreneurial skills and have the courage to start their own businesses. “One of the career paths offered by Presuniv is entrepreneurship, as Jonathan has pursued,” ...

    On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, the Faculty of Medicine at President University (Presuniv) participated as speakers in the health seminar GETAS, or the Movement to Overcome Stunting. The seminar, was held at the Charles Himawan Auditorium, 5th Floor of Building A, Presuniv Campus on Jl. Ki Hajar Dewantara, Jababeka City, Cikarang, focused on preventing stunting starting from pregnancy. Stunting is a condition experienced by children who suffer from chronic malnutrition. Efforts to prevent stunting need to cover the first 1,000 days of a fetus’ life, including while the baby is still in the mother’s womb. Stunting can also affect a child’s growth, making them more susceptible to illness with weakened immunity. This makes them more prone to diseases like diabetes and kidney failure. According to Prof. Dr. dr. Budi Setiabudiawan, Sp.A(K), M.Kes., Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Presuniv and a pediatrician, the growth and development of a baby must be monitored during ...

  On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, President University (Presuniv) held a guest lecture on the theme “Legal and Judicial Development Through Enforcement of the Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct for Judges (KEPPH).” The lecture, held at the Charles Himawan Auditorium, 5th Floor of Building A, Presuniv Campus at Jababeka Education Park, Jababeka City, Cikarang, and featured Prof. Amzulian Rifai, SH, LL.M., Ph.D., Chief of the Judicial Commission, as the speaker. In his opening remarks, Presuniv Rector Handa S. Abidin, SH, LL.M., Ph.D., expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity for students to interact directly with the Chief of the Judicial Commission. He stated, “Being able to attend a guest lecture directly with the Chief of the Judicial Commission is an extraordinary opportunity. Make the most of this opportunity,” Handa advised the students. In his lecture, Prof. Amzulian emphasized the importance of field practice in legal education. He shared his experiences while in Australia...

  On Tuesday, 15th October 2024, the President Development Center (PDC), a business unit of President University (Presuniv) specializing in training and business consultancy, hosted a webinar on the topic of “Higher Education Development Strategy.” The webinar was held via Zoom, and featured Prof. Satryo Soemantri Brodjonegoro, former Chairman of the Indonesian Academy of Sciences (AIPI) from 2018-2023, as the keynote speaker. The event was moderated by George Iwan Marantika, Vice Chairman of the Indonesian Private University Association (APTISI) for Foreign Relations. DR. SD Darmono, Founder of Presuniv and President Director of PT Jababeka Tbk., opened the webinar by highlighting the need for continuous development in Indonesian higher education, particularly in comparison to international standards. “We need to attract more international students to Indonesian universities to enhance the competitiveness of local students and prepare them to compete globally,” Darmono said. ...

  On Monday, 14 October 2024, the Communication Study Program of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Education, President University (Presuniv), hosted a guest lecture titled  Communication Role in Business Crisis . The lecture was held at the Fabrication Laboratory (Fablab), President University Convention Center (PUCC), Jl. H. Usmar Ismail, Kota Jababeka, Cikarang, featured Muhamad Heikal, SI, MPC, Special Communication, and Media Staff for the Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology. The session was moderated by M. Raudy Gathmyr, S.Sos., M.Si., Head of the Communication Study Program. In his opening remarks, Handa S. Abidin, SH, LL.M., Ph.D., Rector of President University, emphasized the importance of communication skills for all students and academic staff attending the lecture. “If we have strong communication skills in times of crisis, we will be indispensable. Anywhere,” he stated. Dr. Mohammad Syafi’i Anwar, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences ...

Jaya Iskandar, a 2022 Information Technology student from the Faculty of Computer Science, President University (Presuniv), and his team secured 2nd place in the TRON DAO Blockchain Hackathon at Columbia University, New York, United States (US). Jaya is a recipient of the Indonesian International Student Mobility Awards (IISMA) 2024 scholarship and is currently interning at Boston University (US). In this competition, Jaya and his team from Boston University, Russell Joarder and Karl Alfred Boma, introduced an innovative application called  Swap Squad , a decentralized marketplace platform. For more than 10 hours, they worked in a coding sprint to develop this smart contract-based application. “Swap Squad will significantly reduce transaction costs for both sellers and buyers,” explained Jaya. This competition marked Jaya’s first hackathon experience and further strengthened his commitment to bringing the knowledge and values he gained at Presuniv to the international stage. (Faisa...

  On Friday, October 11, 2024, Dr. M. Samsuri, S.Pd., MT, IPU, conducted a socialization session on the Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Regulation (Permendikbudristek) No. 44 of 2024 regarding the Profession, Career, and Income of Lecturers. The event took place at the Charles Himawan Auditorium, 5th floor of Building A, President University Campus at Jababeka Education Park, Kota Jababeka, Cikarang. Present at the event were President University Rector Handa S. Abidin, SH, LL.M., Ph.D., members of the rectorate, Dr. Drs. Chandra Setiawan, MM, Ph.D., a lecturer who also serves as the Supervisory Board of the President University Education Foundation, as well as several lecturers and staff. In his presentation, Samsuri explained the current situation and the impact of the newly issued regulation. He said, “The introduction of this new regulation clarifies the regulations regarding the profession of lecturers. It also simplifies the rules on the appointment, ...

  On Saturday, 12 October 2024, students from the Architecture Program at the Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture (FADA), President University (Presuniv), collaborated with Living Lab at Kampung Kollektief, Kampung Kunir Community, and Nuffic Sea. This activity, supported by Hadi Jaya, the coordinator of the Urban Architecture class, involved 60 students. They observed and analyzed the tourism potential of Kampung Kunir using Kevin Lynch’s urban theories. The students were accompanied by Selly Veronica, Head of the Architecture Program and also the Head of the Center of Innovative Design and Collaborative Support (CIDECS), Presuniv. Guided by Anastasia Dinda and Iqra Firdausy from Kampung Kollektief, the students explored Kampung Balokan and Kampung Kunir in West Jakarta and engaged in discussions with local residents. They applied Lynch’s urban elements to analyze the spatial dynamics of Kampung Kunir and its connection to surrounding tourism destinations. The findings from ...