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13Mar/26

FMIPA UNEJ and KPH Perhutani Jember Sign a Cooperation Agreement to Strengthen the Tri Dharma of Higher Education

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The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of the University of Jember and the Perhutani Forest Management Unit (KPH) of Jember officially signed a Cooperation Agreement (PKS) as a follow-up to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the East Java Regional Division of Perhutani and the University of Jember (March 12). The collaboration between the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of the University of Jember and Perhutani has been ongoing since 2017. At that time, a team of FMIPA lecturers, along with the Perhutani KPH of the Jember region, developed a High Conservation Value (HCV) document. This was followed by regular training for Perhutani field staff, facilitated by the FMIPA lecturer team, to increase their capacity in collecting and analyzing biodiversity and environmental quality data.

Various collaborative activities have been carried out over the past few years, but they do not yet have a formal legal basis in the form of a cooperation agreement. Since early 2026, the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of the University of Jember (UNEJ) and the State Forestry Company (Perhutani) have initiated a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their partnership in facilitating the implementation of the Three Pillars of Higher Education (Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi). The MoU was signed today by the Administrator of the Perhutani Forest Management Unit (KPH) in Jember, Eko Teguh Prasetyo, and the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., as a commitment to strengthening the implementation of the Three Pillars of Higher Education, which encompass education, research, and community service within the Perhutani KPH Jember work area. Continue reading →

06Mar/26

FMIPA UNEJ Holds Chemistry Guest Webinar Series #1 Discussing Biomass Biotechnology and Prebiotics

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The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at the University of Jember, through the Department of Chemistry, held Chemistry Guest Webinar Series #1 (6/3). The theme was the development of plant biomass biotechnology and prebiotic development. The event featured Prof. Dr. Sehanat Prasongsuk from the Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. In his opening remarks, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, stated that plant biomass utilization and biorefinery development are important topics in supporting sustainable resource management. He believes that research in this area plays a significant role in driving the development of bioeconomy-based industries in the future.

“Plant biomass utilization and biorefinery development are highly relevant to global efforts to develop environmentally friendly technologies and sustainable resources to support future industries,” he said. The Dean hopes that FMIPA can broaden the academic horizons of its academic community while strengthening international research collaboration networks, particularly in the fields of plant biomass biotechnology and the development of prebiotic-based health products. “We hope this activity will not only enrich academic perspectives but also serve as the first step in realizing research collaborations that will have a real impact on society,” he concluded. Continue reading →

26Feb/26

FMIPA UNEJ and the KPH Perhutani of Jember Strengthen Biodiversity Collaboration in Forest Areas

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The Forest Management Unit (KPH) of Jember, along with the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of Jember University, conducted a biodiversity inventory and observation in the Sumberjati RPH of the Sempolan Forest Management Unit (BKPH Sempolan) and the Grintingan RPH of the Wuluhan Forest Management Unit (BKPH Wuluhan) (February 25th). This activity demonstrated the synergy between forest managers and educational institutions in supporting environmental conservation. The Administrator of the Perhutani KPH Jember, Eko Teguh Prasetyo, through the Head of the Environment and Occupational Health and Safety Sub-Section, Ety Sri Wulandari, stated that this collaboration was no ordinary field activity. “This biodiversity activity represents our commitment to opening up collaboration with universities. Forests are not only managed for production, but also for maintaining their ecological function. Students can learn directly, and we obtain important data on the condition of flora and fauna in the field,” said Ety.

According to her, identifying flora and fauna and observing ecosystem conditions are crucial as the basis for sustainable forest management planning. The data obtained can later serve as a reference for policy-making and conservation programs. Meanwhile, the Supervising Lecturer and Vice Dean I of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Jember (UNEJ), Prof. Hari Sulistyowati, expressed her appreciation for the full support from Perhutani KPH Jember. “We are very grateful for this opportunity. Students not only learn theory in the classroom, but also gain a first-hand understanding of the dynamics of forest ecosystems. This is a valuable experience for fostering awareness and responsibility for environmental sustainability,” she said. Continue reading →

13Feb/26

ZI Team Coordinates for the Completion of the Lembar Kerja Evaluasi (LKE) 2026 and Signing of the Integrity Pact

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As a follow-up to the letter from the Secretary General of the Ministry of Education and Technology regarding the implementation of the 2026 Integrity Zone, the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) Integrity Zone (ZI) Working Team of the FMIPA UNEJ coordinated the completion of the 2026 Lembar Kerja Evaluasi (LKE) (12/2). They also completed the Survei Persepsi Anti Korupsi (SPAK) and the Survei Persepsi Kualitas Pelayanan (SPKP) on the INSPIRASI DIKTI website. The event began with the signing of an integrity pact between the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ and the six coordinators of the FMIPA ZI change areas. Prof. Dafik, Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, expressed his appreciation for the work of the FMIPA ZI team, which ensured the successful completion of the 2025 INSPIRASI DIKTI data collection.

“Just like in 2025, today we begin coordination for the 2026 Financial Statements (LKE). Based on the results of FMIPA activities, I hope that the process of uploading INSPIRASI DIKTI will yield even better results with early coordination and continuous discussion,” said the Dean. He reiterated that the ZI-WBK will indirectly inspire and shape the entire FMIPA UNEJ family, including lecturers, students, and educational staff, as well as all stakeholders, to comply with and adhere to the ZI-WBK provisions. The meeting was attended by all FMIPA ZI working teams, including several new members, as per the decree from the Rector of the University of Jember. Continue reading →

12Feb/26

3,201 Inauguration of Prof. Dr. Kiswara Agung Santoso, S.Si., M.Kom., Professor in the Mathematics Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember

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The Chair of the University of Jember Senate, Drs. Andang Subaharianto, M.Hum., inaugurated four professors at the University of Jember Senate Meeting in the University of Jember Auditorium (February 13th). One of them is Professor Dr. Kiswara Agung Santoso, S.Si., M.Kom., from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, UNEJ, as Professor of Programming Algorithms in the Mathematics Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. Prof. Kiswara was inaugurated alongside Prof. Khoirul Anam from the Faculty of Engineering, Prof. Evita Soliha Hani from the Faculty of Agriculture, and Prof. Bambang Marhaenanto from the Faculty of Agricultural Technology. The senate inauguration meeting was attended by UNEJ leadership, the Rector and Vice Rectors, senate members, and University of Jember stakeholders. In his remarks, UNEJ Rector Dr. Ir. Iwan Taruna, M.Eng., IPM., ASEAN Eng., stated that UNEJ currently has 101 professors, a significant increase compared to 51 in 2020.

“There has been a remarkable increase, almost 100 percent since 2020. However, this figure is still not ideal compared to UNEJ’s 1,500 lecturers. Hopefully, we can reach 10 percent of that figure, or 150 professors, in the future,” he said. The UNEJ Rector hopes the inaugurated professors will be able to provide innovation amidst global dynamics, technological disruption, digital transformation, and climate change. “Today’s inauguration is even more meaningful because each professor has made real contributions relevant to the challenges of our time,” he continued. Previously, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Prof. Drs. Slamin, M.Comp.Sc., Ph.D., read the biographies of the four inaugurated professors. Continue reading →

06Feb/26

Signing of the 2026 Performance Agreement at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember

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“The target achievement of the KPI for each study program is outlined in the 2026 performance agreement at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, as well as the achievements in implementing the Tridharma of Higher Education,” stated the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., at the signing of the 2026 performance agreement (February 6). The performance agreement, which aims to achieve university targets, is a collective effort that requires collaborative leadership. “The 2026 performance agreement elaborates four strategic targets: talent, research and innovation development, dedicated contribution, and governance with integrity, outlined in 11 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). I quoted these during the performance agreement signing between the Heads of Work Units and the Rector,” explained Prof. Dafik.

The Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, UNEJ, invited the leaders of the Faculty to carefully review the contents of the attachment to the work agreement, which is a derivative of the work agreement between the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and the Rector of the University of Jember. “Please carefully review the contents of the 2026 performance agreement attachment so that it can be implemented in each study program and laboratory within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at UNEJ,” continued Prof. Dafik. The Dean also hopes that the achievements of the 2026 performance agreement will also improve the achievement of the FMIPA UNEJ’s KPIs. The 2026 performance agreement was signed by the Dean, the Vice Deans, Study Program Coordinators, the Heads of Laboratories within FMIPA UNEJ, and the Head of the General Affairs Division of FMIPA. Continue reading →