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05Feb/26

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) Graduation Ceremony, Jember University, Period 8, Academic Year 2025/2026

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The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of Jember University held the 83rd Postgraduate (S2) and 117th Undergraduate (B2) Graduation Ceremony for the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of Jember University, Period 8, Academic Year 2025/2026 (February 5). The ceremony took place in the Physics Department Auditorium, FMIPA, Jember University. In his graduation speech, the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., congratulated the graduates on their successful completion of their studies at FMIPA. He encouraged the graduates to prepare themselves to become competitive graduates. “Today’s world of work has changed, not only in terms of human resources but also in terms of the rise of AI, making them a significant competitor,” he began. Therefore, the graduates must increase their creativity to compete with AI, and this competition can even lead to prototypes that AI does not yet possess.

Prof. Dafik stated that the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), with its motto of “creativity,” will continue to produce alumni who are not solely focused on their GPA. Supported by this motto, creativity will enable graduates to be independent and competitive. “With the FMIPA motto of “creative and innovative,” we foster a strong mentality toward future achievements that can be achieved, and FMIPA is also committed to this through the tagline “3.5 to the power of 4,” he continued. Prof. Dafik advised the graduates to balance prayer and effort to achieve success. The Dean of FMIPA led an open meeting of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences senate, accompanied by the Vice Deans II and III of FMIPA. All members of the FMIPA senate, as well as invited representatives from the teaching and administrative staff of FMIPA UNEJ, were present. Continue reading →

03Feb/26

The Dean of the FMIPA UNEJ officially inaugurated the ORMAWA Management of FMIPA University of Jember for the 2026 period.

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The Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at Jember University, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., officially inaugurated the Student Organization (ORMAWA) Management of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at Jember University for the 2026 term (February 3) at the Auditorium of the Physics Department, FMIPA UNEJ. In his remarks, the Dean conveyed the message to the ORMAWA management, emulating the example of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). “To the new management, we must embody the example of tabligh (prophetic teaching), conveying goodness, and being trustworthy in carrying out our duties in every FMIPA student organization agenda,” stated the Dean at the event attended by the Vice Deans, Department Heads, and ORMAWA Advisors. He continued with the principle of siddiq (honesty), which can be applied when reporting, and finally, fathonah (intelligence), which is intelligent, active in student organizations, and with a high GPA.

Prof. Dafik hopes that the FMIPA slogan “Create, Innovate, and Achieve” will continue to be echoed everywhere and embraced, especially by FMIPA students. “Let’s work together to realize this slogan and achieve the FMIPA slogan of 3.5 to the power of 4,” he continued. This slogan will serve as a benchmark for the advancement of FMIPA, especially for students, and the student organization (ORMAWA) administrators can contribute. “ORMAWA administrators must have the spirit of leading by example, encouraging others, and encouraging others, all while synergizing with FMIPA,” he concluded. In closing, the Dean congratulated the new administrators for the 2026 term and expressed his gratitude to the ORMAWA administrators for the 2025 term. Continue reading →

29Jan/26

Field Assessment of LAMSAMA Accreditation for the Chemistry Master’s Program, FMIPA, University of Jember

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The Lembaga Akreditasi Mandiri Sains Alam dan Ilmu Formal (LAMSAMA) team conducted a field assessment of the accreditation of the Chemistry Master’s Program, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember. The Rector of the University of Jember, Dr. Ir. Iwan Taruna, M.Eng., IPM., ASEAN Eng., and the Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, Prof. Drs. Slamin, M.Comp.Sc., Ph.D., along with the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., accompanied the assessor team at the opening ceremony of the field assessment (January 28-29). The assessor team consisted of Prof. Dr. Eddy Heraldy, M.Sc. from Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta, and Prof. Tri Joko Raharjo, S.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. from Gajah Mada University, Yogyakarta.

In his opening remarks, Iwan Taruna expressed his hope that the Chemistry Master’s Program would achieve good accreditation results, despite its recent launch. “The Chemistry Master’s Program is relatively new and has not yet produced any graduates. I hope the assessors can give the best possible score based on the data compiled by the task force,” he said. The Rector explained that the field visit is a process for verifying accreditation documents, and in this era, it is faster because data can be retrieved from anywhere. “The visit is a process for verifying accreditation documents, and it serves as a platform for the task force to reassure the assessors. I hope it runs smoothly from start to finish,” he continued. The Rector officially opened the field assessment for the Chemistry Master’s Program. Present at the visit were leaders and representatives from supporting institutions at the University of Jember, such as the Institute for the Development of Information Technology (LPMPP), the Institute for the Development of Student Affairs (LP2M), the ICT Unit (UPA ICT), the Postgraduate Unit (UPA Library), and the Language Unit (UPA Bahasa). Continue reading →

22Jan/26

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) Graduation Ceremony, Jember University, Period 7, Academic Year 2025/2026

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The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of Jember University held its 116th Undergraduate Graduation Ceremony for the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of Jember University, Period 7, Academic Year 2025/2026 (January 21). The ceremony took place in the Physics Department Auditorium, FMIPA, Jember University. In his graduation speech, the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., congratulated the graduates on their successful completion of their studies at FMIPA. He encouraged the graduates to prepare themselves to be competitive when entering society. “Today’s workforce requires workers with KKNI (National Qualifications Framework) level 6, so I hope that with the knowledge gained from studying at FMIPA, I can remain competitive,” he began. At this level, individuals must master various more complex competencies. They must possess strong managerial skills, be able to make strategic decisions, and be capable of development and innovation.

Prof. Dafik stated that the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, with its motto of “creativity,” will continue to produce energetic, multi-tasking, and multi-talented graduates. This motto, supported by creativity, enables graduates to be independent. “Don’t rely solely on a science degree, but develop your creativity so you can work in various fields, which are currently rapidly evolving,” he continued. Prof. Dafik advised the graduates to balance prayer and effort to achieve success. The Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences led an open meeting of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences senate, accompanied by the Vice Deans II and III of the Faculty. All members of the FMIPA senate, as well as invited guests representing the teaching and administrative staff of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Jember University, were present. Continue reading →

12Jan/26

Prof. Dafik, Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember, Leads Morning Roll Call at the Beginning of 2026

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Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., led the first morning roll call at the beginning of 2026 in the courtyard of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember (UNEJ) Dean’s Office (January 12th). The roll call officer was from the Biology Department of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember. In his address, the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences encouraged students to remain enthusiastic in carrying out their routine duties serving students in teaching and learning activities at the beginning of 2026. Earlier this year, the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences was again strengthened by a professor from the Mathematics Department who completed his term. “My teacher, Prof. Kusno from the Mathematics Department, has returned to his active role as a lecturer at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences after serving for more than 10 years as Rector of the Mandalika University of Education (UNDIKMA) in Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB),” he said.

He stated that Prof. Kusno has been active and will assist the Faculty in achieving its future goals. For lecturers, there’s good news from the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology. “Ministerial Regulation No. 52 of 2025 concerning the profession, career, and income of lecturers is good news for lecturers, improving their welfare and clarifying their career paths, especially for promotion,” he said. Prof. Dafik hopes that lecturers at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) will immediately prepare for the promotion process, especially for professors. We are encouraging the Faculty to have a large number of professors. The Faculty has identified lecturers who are senior lecturers to assist in the application process for professorship, in line with the direction of the Rector of UNEJ. Continue reading →

22Dec/25

Wanting to Learn More, SMAN 1 Asembagus Visits the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember

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The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember (UNEJ), received a visit from SMAN 1 Asembagus to learn more about the Faculty in particular and the University of Jember in general (December 22). Led by Drs. Said Ripin Bukaryo, M.Si., Principal of SMAN 1 Asembagus, the group was received by the Vice Dean I of the Faculty, Prof. Dra. Hari Sulistiyowati, M.Sc., Ph.D., accompanied by the Vice Dean III of the Faculty, Prof. Dr. Edy Supriyanto, S.Si., M.Si. “I would like to thank you for hosting our visit. This allows our students to learn more about the Faculty and ultimately develop an interest in studying there,” said Said. He stated that the Faculty produces excellent graduates, and he himself, an alumnus of the first class of the Faculty’s Master of Mathematics Study Program, cited the example of himself as an alumnus of the first class of the Faculty’s Master of Mathematics Study Program.

In her remarks, the Vice Dean I of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, UNEJ, introduced the undergraduate and master’s study programs at the Faculty. “We have four undergraduate and four master’s programs: mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology, all of which have been UNGGUL accredited,” she said. Prof. Hari also discussed the curriculum and the superior learning facilities, especially the laboratories, which students of SMAN 1 Asembagus will be able to visit directly. To conclude the ceremonial visit, the Principal of SMAN 1 Asembagus presented souvenirs to the Vice Deans I and III of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. Also present were the Heads of Departments and Heads of Laboratories at FMIPA UNEJ. Continue reading →