The highlight event of the 26th Anniversary of the FMIPA Faculty at University of Jember was held in a festive atmosphere last night (24/12). It was made even more special with the presence of the Rector of University of Jember, accompanied by the Vice Rectors I, III, and IV, as well as the Chair of the Senate of UNEJ, all of whom attended to celebrate the occasion. The Dean of FMIPA, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., expressed his happiness and emotional gratitude for this year’s anniversary celebration. “On behalf of FMIPA, I would like to thank the Rector, Vice Rectors I, III, IV, and the Chair of the Senate of UNEJ for attending the 26th anniversary celebration of FMIPA,” said Prof. Dafik. He also acknowledged the hard work of the organizing committee, a collaboration between the BEMF (Student Government) of FMIPA and all members of the FMIPA community at UNEJ. “I hope that at 26 years old, FMIPA will continue to innovate, create, and achieve even greater success,” he added.

Dr. Ir. Iwan Taruna, M.Eng, IPM, the Rector of Jember University, congratulated FMIPA on successfully holding the anniversary celebration. “I extend my appreciation to FMIPA for celebrating its 26th anniversary while also joining in the celebration of the 60th anniversary of Jember University,” he said. The Rector also expressed his hopes that FMIPA would continue to contribute to the progress of Jember University. During the event, the Dean of FMIPA presented a ceremonial rice cone (tumpeng) to the Rector of Jember University. The entire FMIPA academic community was in high spirits, celebrating the anniversary in the Soetadjo Building at University of Jember.

The theme of the 26th Anniversary of FMIPA UNEJ was “Joined in Resilience and Solidarity, Success through Collaboration and Unity.” The highlight of the anniversary celebration also included awards for members of the FMIPA academic community. The FMIPA Student Ambassador and the FMIPA Male/Female Student Representatives were presented awards by Drs. Andang Subaharianto, M.Hum., the Chair of the Senate of UNEJ. Outstanding FMIPA students and the winners of the “MIPA Move for Health” event were honored by Dr. Fendi Setyawan, S.H., M.H., the Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Alumni, accompanied by the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ. The event became even livelier when Prof. Dafik, the Dean of FMIPA, performed a song and invited the Vice Deans to join him on stage for a fun dance.

The audience was also entertained with various performances, including a musical drama, qasidah (Islamic chanting), and traditional dances, which added to the festive atmosphere. Dr. Edy Supriyanto, S.Si., M.Si., the Chair of the Anniversary Celebration Committee, expressed his joy. “Thanks to our teamwork, the coordination and collaboration between students and staff at FMIPA was excellent, and we should all be proud of it,” he said. After the event, FMIPA will prepare to welcome the entire academic community of UNEJ to the upcoming “Harmoni Pagi” event, where FMIPA will serve as the host.