The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences participated in a series of events celebrating the 61st anniversary of the University of Jember. The agenda began with activities to celebrate the 27th anniversary of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember (UNEJ). “We have prepared seven events to celebrate the 27th anniversary of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and also to enliven the 61st anniversary of the University of Jember,” said Prof. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember. Three international seminars, two webinars, a visiting professorship, and student competitions were prepared to enliven the series of anniversary events. The Dean of the Faculty stated that the three international seminars featured competent speakers from both within and outside the country. They included a professor specializing in gravity from Gadjah Mada University (UGM), and invited practitioners to share how to hone skills for the workplace.

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember, also actively participated in various UNEJ anniversary competitions by sending delegates. It began with a Fun Futsal competition between work units, which saw the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) of Jember University (UNEJ) take second place in 2025. 3×3 basketball also participated, followed by badminton and table tennis, which took place in mid-November. Volleyball, using a new format, also participated, but was unsuccessful, finishing fourth at the end of the tournament. “We, the leadership, always fully support every anniversary competition each year by sending delegates and supporters to maintain the unity of FMIPA UNEJ,” said Prof. Dafik.

During the morning harmony event commemorating UNEJ’s anniversary, held on the rectorate field, FMIPA also sent delegates to participate in recreational competitions. FMIPA representatives participated in the caterpillar competition, the sarong relay, and the dragon ball race. Despite their unlucky performance, the joy and togetherness of the men’s and women’s teams were still evident. FMIPA UNEJ also sent representatives to participate in the achievement awards ceremony for the University of Jember’s 61st anniversary. “In addition to the competition, the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) also sent representatives for achievement awards, participated in colloquiums, and showcased research results from researchers at FMIPA UNEJ,” the Dean continued.

The unity in celebrating UNEJ’s anniversary was also evident at the Fun Bike Ring The Bell 2025 event. Prof. Dafik, along with Deputy Dean II of FMIPA, Dr. Esti Utarti, led a cycling event with several FMIPA lecturers and staff. At the end of November 2025, the Faculty again sent a delegation to enliven the UNEJ Law Run For Justice 2025, part of UNEJ’s anniversary program. The FMIPA delegation ran alongside 2,230 other runners in three classes: 5K, 10K, and a master class. The series of UNEJ’s 61st Anniversary celebrations will conclude with a grand finale, held the following weekend, December 5th, at the UNEJ Auditorium.