13Aug/26

Vice Rector III, Senate Chair, and LPMPP UNEJ Monitor the Implementation of PKKMB 2026 at FMIPA UNEJ

Dr. Fendi Setyawan, S.H., M.H. UNEJ Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Alumni together with Drs. Andang Subaharianto, M.Hum. UNEJ Senate Chair visited FMIPA in the framework of the implementation of PKKMB 2026 (13/8). Welcomed by the Vice Deans II and III of FMIPA, Vice Rector III and the Senate Chair were pleased to tour around to monitor the implementation of PKKMB. “How is the implementation of PKKMB at FMIPA? How is the food? It’s good and delicious, right, because we want to give the best for UNEJ new students,” said Vice Rector III UNEJ in front of new students in the FMIPA Physics Auditorium. Vice Rector III also had the opportunity to interact with several new students from Java, asking for their impressions and making UNEJ their choice of study.

“Are there any of you from outside Java? What are your impressions and why did you choose UNEJ as your campus to study?” he asked. One of the new students from Jayapura, Papua, said they were happy to be able to study at UNEJ, a new student from Binjai, North Sumatra, said the cost of living in Jember is cheaper, and finally, a new student from Lombok said UNEJ is better than universities in his area. Previously, the Vice Rector III and the Chair of the UNEJ Senate visited the health services of the FMIPA new students accompanied by a team from the UNEJ Student Affairs Division. FMIPA UNEJ has provided a special room and location for adequate health services and medicines for new students in PPKMB 2026. Continue reading

10Aug/26

The Dean of the FMIPA UNEJ Instills the Spirit of Creativity, Innovation, and Achievement at the PPKMB 2026

The Dean of the FMIPA UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., encouraged the new class of 2026 to chant the slogan at the beginning of the new student inauguration speech at the FMIPA UNEJ PPKMB. (8/8) “The FMIPA UNEJ, Be Creative, Innovative, Achieve!!!,” said the Dean, as all participants followed. He stated that the slogan embodies the spirit of new students, a generation that is imbued with creativity, innovation, and achievement. “FMIPA students must be creative, which will be recognized by the SKPI, and to achieve this, they must be able to innovate to achieve success at all levels of study and in competitions,” he continued. The Dean also expected new students to apply the FMIPA jargon to the fullest, aligning with the FMIPA tagline, “3.5 to the power of 4.”

This aligns with the 2026 UNEJ PKKMB theme, “Innovative Work Creates an Excellent and Impactful Generation,” and the tagline, “Excellent, Innovative, Impactful.” Prof. Dafik stated that the 3.5 to the power of 4 is very appropriate. First, FMIPA students should aim for their thesis exams within 3.5 years, and second, they should aim for a GPA of 3.5 to compete in the job market. “The next 3.5 represents the 3.5-month waiting period for FMIPA graduates to find employment, and finally, 3.5 million is the first salary FMIPA graduates receive,” said the Dean, who was accompanied by the Vice Deans, Head of Department Secretaries, Study Program Coordinators, the Head of General Affairs, and the Deputy Coordinators. Continue reading

05Aug/26

In preparation for the 2026 PKKMB, the Dean of the FMIPA UNEJ urged the committee to provide friendly, violence-free service to new students

“Let us welcome the 2026 FMIPA new students with friendly service and, in accordance with the UNEJ Rector’s directive, ensure the orientation is free from any form of violence,” stated Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, during the coordination meeting for the 2026 FMIPA PKKMB committee (4/8). The Dean also encouraged the committee to provide excellent service to ensure a positive first impression for the new students. “A friendly smile will help new students feel at ease; continue providing excellent service, ensure facilities and infrastructure are ready, and make cleanliness a priority,” he remarked. The Dean also expressed hope that student mentors would adopt the same approach when guiding the new students.

The University of Jember is committed to a violence-free orientation, as evidenced by the signing of the Integrity Pact for the 2026 PKKMB during the routine Harmoni Pagi event at the FKIP. UNEJ Rector Iwan Taruna conveyed five messages regarding the implementation of the PKKMB, with the final message emphasizing the creation of an environment safe from all forms of violence. Addressing the deans in attendance, Iwan Taruna stressed that the 2026 UNEJ PKKMB must be free from any violence. Consequently, the Dean called upon the committee to assist in overseeing the orientation proceedings at FMIPA UNEJ. Continue reading

03Aug/26

Physics Representatives from FMIPA UNEJ Attend International PHITS Workshop and Tutorial 2026 in Bali to Strengthen Medical Physics Competence

Representatives from the Physics Study Program at the FMIPA UNEJ, participated in the International PHITS Workshop and Tutorial 2026 held at Udayana University in Denpasar, Bali. This international workshop a collaboration between the Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA), the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), and Udayana University served as a platform for sharing knowledge on radiation simulation technology advancements and cancer therapy innovations based on the Particle and Heavy Ion Transport code System (PHITS) software. World-renowned experts attended the event, including Prof. Tatsuhiko Sato (the developer of PHITS) and Dr. Yoshihito Kameda from Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd., alongside participants from various countries.

The participation of the FMIPA UNEJ Physics representatives was part of an effort to enhance human resource capacity in medical physics and nuclear technology in preparation for the launch of a new study program at FMIPA. Participants gained in-depth understanding regarding the use of PHITS for radiation simulation and dosimetry, as well as the development of Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT), an emerging cancer therapy technology globally. In addition to attending scientific sessions, participants had the opportunity to engage in direct discussions with international researchers regarding research collaboration opportunities and innovation development in Indonesia. Continue reading

28Jul/26

FMIPA UNEJ and PT Autore Pearl Culture Initiative Realizes Sustainable Coral Reef Restoration in Banyuwangi

Marine ecosystem conservation efforts initiated by the FMIPA UNEJ in partnership with PT Autore Pearl Culture are yielding promising results. Two months after the planting of 750 coral reef seedlings in the waters of Tanjung Sekeben (Tembokrejo, Muncar, Banyuwangi Regency) specifically in May 2026 the underwater ecosystem is beginning to recover. Various species of reef fish have returned to inhabit the transplantation area, serving as an indicator of improved habitat quality. This program is also supported by the Banyuwangi Naval Base, the Muncar Fishing Port Technical Implementation Unit (UPT) of the East Java Marine and Fisheries Agency, and local fishermen groups.

Dr. Ratna Dewi Syarifah, S.Pd., M.Si., head of the FMIPA UNEJ Coral Reef Restoration Team, explained that field monitoring results indicate an excellent survival rate for the coral reef seedlings. “We are grateful to see the positive developments at the transplantation site. The reappearance of various reef fish species indicates that the transplantation method we implemented is accelerating the natural habitat recovery process. This demonstrates that collaboration among universities, the industrial sector, the government, and the community can deliver tangible impacts on the sustainability of coastal ecosystems,” she stated. Continue reading

23Jul/26

FMIPA UNEJ Strengthens Healthy Living Culture through Regular Exercise and Implements GERMAS

FMIPA UNEJ continues to demonstrate its commitment to creating a healthy, productive, and harmonious campus environment through the implementation of the Gerakan Masyarakat Hidup Sehat (GERMAS) sports program. This routine activity every Wednesday begins at 3:00 PM WIB at the FMIPA Field. It began with group exercise attended by faculty leaders, lecturers, education staff, and students (22/7). With a beautiful campus atmosphere and full of togetherness, participants participated in each series of sports as part of the implementation of GERMAS, which was launched by the government to cultivate physical activity in everyday life.

Vice Dean II of FMIPA UNEJ, Dr. Esti Utarti, S.P., M.Si. said that this activity is a form of the faculty’s commitment to supporting the creation of a healthy and comfortable campus for the entire academic community. “Through GERMAS with regular sports such as gymnastics, volleyball, table tennis, badminton, we want to instill awareness that maintaining health is a shared responsibility,” she said. With a healthy body, it is hoped that lecturers, education staff, and students will be more enthusiastic in working, studying, and providing the best contribution to the progress of FMIPA UNEJ. Continue reading