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20Jan/25

Dean of FMIPA Officially Inaugurates ORMAWA FMIPA Jember University in 2025

The Dean of the FMIPA Faculty at UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., officially swore in the new leadership of the ORMAWA (Student Organizations) at FMIPA UNEJ for the 2025 term on January 20, 2025, in the FMIPA Physics Department Auditorium. In his speech, the Dean encouraged the new leaders to continue the programs from the previous leadership. “To the new leaders, continue the work of the outgoing leaders, keep developing for the progress of the organization, and help achieve recognition for FMIPA,” said the Dean. He emphasized that the goal of the FMIPA recognition program is to promote the faculty’s name, and hopes ORMAWA will be actively involved in it.

Prof. Dafik also agreed with the theme of the inauguration, which is “ORMAWA Synergy to Create a Creative, Innovative, and Accomplished FMIPA UNEJ.” He shared that this slogan was first introduced when he started his leadership, along with a motto for students: “Three point five to the power of four.” This slogan will guide the progress of FMIPA, especially for students, and the ORMAWA leaders are expected to play a key role. “The ORMAWA leaders must lead by example, inspire in the middle, and provide support from behind so that we can all work together with FMIPA,” he concluded. To wrap up, the Dean called on students to help make FMIPA more successful by being productive, creative, innovative, and adaptable. Continue reading

13Jan/25

The Bachelor’s Degree Program in Mathematics at FMIPA UNEJ is finalizing the evaluation of the LAMSAMA accreditation documents

The Bachelor’s Degree Program in Mathematics at FMIPA UNEJ held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to evaluate the LAMSAMA accreditation documents at Grand Valonia (January 11-12). The session featured support from Dr. Yulia Indrawati, S.E., M.Si., and Riska Rian Fauziah, S.Pt., M.Sc., M.P., Ph.D., from the Quality Assurance and Learning Development Institution (LPMPP) of the University of Jember. The event was also attended by the Vice Dean I of FMIPA, Dra. Hari Sulistiyowati, M.Sc., Ph.D., and Vice Dean II of FMIPA, Dr. Esti Utarti, S.P., M.Si. “Over the next two days, we will discuss the evaluation of the LAMSAMA accreditation documents for the Mathematics Bachelor’s program with guidance from LPMPP, and we hope for a positive result, which is an EXCELLENT accreditation,” said the Vice Dean I of FMIPA.

For two days, the accreditation task force team for the Mathematics Bachelor’s program at FMIPA worked on aligning the Program Study Performance Report (LKPS) and Self-Evaluation Report (LED). Each criterion was supported by teams from LPMPP and the UPM-GPM FMIPA UNEJ. The task force team had previously worked based on the agreed criteria. “The Mathematics task force team has already been working according to the criteria that were set,” said Kusbudiono, S.Si., M.Si., the head of the accreditation task force. Kusbudiono hopes that by the end of the discussions, each criterion team will be able to complete their work to submit to LAMSAMA. Continue reading

25Dec/24

Coordination Meeting of the ZI FMIPA UNEJ Team and Completion of the ZIWBK Evaluation Worksheet (LKE) in the INSPIRASI Application

Following the workshop with the leadership of the University of Jember, the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., responded with a coordination meeting with the FMIPA’s Integrity Zone (ZI) team on December 24. “The Rector, in his message, invited all faculties at UNEJ to help build the Integrity Zone WBK, because in the end, it will benefit the institution in many ways,” said the Dean. He added that implementing the ZI-WBK will indirectly inspire and encourage everyone in the UNEJ communit faculty members, students, staff, and all stakeholders to follow the rules of the ZI-WBK.

To prepare for the ZI-WBK development, FMIPA UNEJ has formed a ZI team. “The development of ZI-WBK includes six key areas of change: management of change, organizational improvements, human resources management, accountability development, strengthening supervision, and improving public service quality,” explained Prof. Dafik. Each area has a coordinator or manager who is responsible for preparing the documents that will be uploaded to the INSPIRASI DIKTI application in the form of an Evaluation Work Sheet (LKE). The Dean hopes that with good coordination and the available data, the development process will be completed. Continue reading

24Dec/24

Night of the 26th Anniversary Celebration of the FMIPA Faculty at UNEJ, Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of Jember University

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. Continue reading

22Dec/24

FGD FMIPA UNEJ: “Innovative Strategies to Improve the Quality of Education and Relevance of Graduate Competencies”

The Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at the University of Jember, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., officially opened a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) event at the Grand Padis Bondowoso from December 20–22, 2024. The theme of the event was “Innovative Strategies to Improve Education Quality and the Relevance of Graduate Competencies.” The FGD was attended by department heads, program leaders, lab managers, and educational staff from FMIPA UNEJ. Prof. Dafik opened the event by saying, “Over the next two days, we will discuss how to improve education quality and graduate competencies.” He also mentioned that in the future, establishing new study programs could attract prospective students.

Additionally, he emphasized the importance of improving quality through “UNGGUL” accreditation for the master’s programs at FMIPA UNEJ. “I hope the establishment of new programs, such as Actuarial Science, Data Science, Medical Physics, and Bioinformatics, will be a key topic of discussion in this FGD,” he continued. Prof. Dafik had already brought up the idea of these new programs to UNEJ leadership earlier in the morning. He also encouraged the new PhD programs at FMIPA to attract prospective students. “I hope the task force for these new programs can complete their work, and by January 2025, submit proposals to the university,” said the Dean. The Vice Deans of FMIPA also shared their initial views, which were later discussed during the FGD. Continue reading

19Dec/24

Inauguration and Farewell of the Dharma Wanita Management of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Association, University of Jember

The Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., officially inaugurated the new board of Dharma Wanita Persatuan (DWP) FMIPA UNEJ on December 19th. Based on the Dean’s decree, this board will serve from 2024 to 2025. “I officially appoint the DWP FMIPA UNEJ board. I hope you carry out your duties well,” said the Dean. Prof. Dafik, accompanied by the Chairperson of DWP FMIPA, Lis Setyaningsih Dafik, thanked and honored Nur Sa’dijah Achmad Saifullah, the previous DWP chairperson. “Thank you for your dedication in leading DWP and supporting Mr. Achmad Sjaifullah during his service as a lecturer and leader at FMIPA UNEJ,” he added.

“After being inaugurated, I hope we can continue and develop the programs that have been running,” said Lis Setyaningsih Dafik. During the meeting, the board discussed several planned programs, including those in the fields of education, economics, and social culture. “We will continue and develop the work plans for each area to achieve our main goals,” she added. On this occasion, the Chairperson of DWP FMIPA also gave souvenirs to Nur Sa’dijah Achmad Saifullah and Mrs. Misto, whose husbands retired from FMIPA UNEJ this month. Continue reading