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Collaboration between institutions is currently a crucial activity for enhancing the quality of the institutions and the quality of service to the community. In August 2023, the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) and the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at Tadulako University (UNTAD) signed a Cooperation Agreement regarding the activities related to the Tri Dharma of Higher Education.

On September 6-7, 2023, a delegation from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at UGM, consisting of Dr. Fajar Adi Kusumo, Prof. Dr.rer.nat. Indah Emilia Wijayanti, Drs. Danardono, MPH, Ph.D., and Dr. Dwi Ertiningsih, visited Tadulako University in Palu. This visit was conducted to discuss plans for collaborative activities that can be carried out during the collaboration period, as well as to engage in joint activities related to Community Service and Academic aspects, including Guest Lectures.

Some of the agreed-upon activities to be implemented include sharing sessions, guest lecturers for certain courses, research collaboration, industrial project collaboration involving students, various academic collaborations, and community service collaborations.

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at UGM and the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at UNTAD have been conducting mentoring activities for Mathematics teachers in Palu City in collaboration with the Mathematics Teacher Forum (MGMP) of Palu High Schools regularly since 2018. In these activities, in addition to sharing materials related to the development of mathematics and the latest mathematics teaching methods, discussions are also held with teacher representatives to address issues related to mathematics teaching and to enhance the teachers’ knowledge.

Apart from activities involving teachers and MGMP, this visit also included academic activities such as Guest Lectures on topics related to the development of Statistics and Data Science, as well as topics related to Student Creativity Week. (FA’23)

The Importance of Adaptability in Facing the Disruptive Era

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) held a graduation ceremony for bachelor’s degree recipients on August 23, 2023. More than 200 proud graduates successfully completed their academic journeys. This historic moment marked the pinnacle of their achievements, with several outstanding accomplishments among the graduating class.

This event was not just a celebration but also a valuable platform for the 138 graduates who received the cum laude distinction for their exceptional academic performance. Their success as high-achieving students not only inspires their fellow students but also vividly illustrates that dedication and focus in the learning process can lead to undeniable excellence.

The Importance of Adaptability in Facing the Disruptive Era

In the context of preparing for the challenging disruptive era, the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Prof. Dr. Eng. Kuwat Triyana, M.Si., provided valuable insights. He emphasized that this era requires a strong skillset preparation. “We are aware that the world is changing rapidly. Therefore, FMIPA is not only focused on mastering the subject matter but also on developing relevant skills,” he explained.

One of the concrete efforts by FMIPA to support students is the establishment of global certification programs in hard skills, soft skills, and entrepreneurship. “We want our students to be prepared to face global challenges and compete on the international stage. These certification programs will provide them with a strong foundation,” he added.

Moreover, FMIPA is also striving to prepare students for future job opportunities. In the next two years, there is an anticipation of job opportunities in the promising sectors of carbon credit and data privacy officer (DPO). “We want our students to have good marketing skills and the ability to capitalize on these opportunities. Additionally, it’s important to choose the right place and maintain connections,” he expressed.

In his closing remarks, Mr. Kuwat expressed high hopes for mutual development between students, faculty, and all elements of the campus. “With a spirit of collaboration and strong teamwork, we can realize a bright future for FMIPA and our nation,” he concluded.

On Monday (21/8), the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) UGM, in collaboration with the Taiwan Center Indonesia, held a sharing session in the Auditorium on the 7th floor of FMIPA UGM. This event focused on sharing information about internship programs, further studies, and career opportunities in Taiwan. Featuring three alumni of FMIPA UGM who had experience participating in programs in Taiwan, the event was held in a hybrid format and attended by dozens of FMIPA UGM students, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Sharing Session began at 2:00 PM WIB and opened with the national anthem of Indonesia, “Indonesia Raya.” Before diving into the main event, Prof. Drs. Roto, M.Eng., Ph.D., the Vice Dean of FMIPA UGM for Education, Teaching, and Student Affairs, delivered a welcoming speech. He emphasized that graduates must be capable of solving real-life problems in society and industry, and therefore, they need to acquire both hard and soft skills as preparation for the working world.

The event continued with an Info Session on scholarships and internships in Taiwan presented by the Managing Director of Taiwan Center Indonesia, Mr. Arif Misbahul MBM. He began by introducing Taiwan Center Indonesia and the various programs they offer. He also discussed the reasons for pursuing further studies or careers in Taiwan and shared information about the application periods for advanced studies at various universities in Taiwan.

The main event commenced with a sharing session by Kak Hendra, an alumnus of the S1 Chemistry program at FMIPA UGM. Kak Hendra shared his journey of pursuing further studies in Taiwan, including his diligent search for scholarship information and preparation of his CV and cover letter, which are common requirements for applications. The event continued with a sharing session by Kak Christian Antonia Lusiarta Putera, S.Si., an alumnus of the S1 Elins program at FMIPA UGM, who currently works as a Senior R&D Engineer at Logitech Taiwan. Kak Christian shared insights into the working life in Taiwan and mentioned the career days organized at various universities in Taiwan. The last session featured sharing by Kak Christophorus Galang Wijanarko, an alumnus of the S1 Elins program at FMIPA UGM, who recently completed the Taiwan Experience Education Program (TEEP) internship. Kak Christo shared his internship experiences in Taiwan and life as an intern there.

Each session included a Q&A opportunity for participants to ask questions to the speakers. The Q&A sessions were interactive, with many participants showing interest and asking questions. The speakers enthusiastically provided answers to the participants’ inquiries. The event was concluded by the MC after the Q&A sessions ended.

As a concrete implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, the Analytical Chemistry Laboratory of FMIPA UGM collaborates with the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) at the University of Mataram to conduct community service activities with the theme “Improving Scientific Writing Competence for Chemistry Teachers and Future Mapping Skills Competence for Students in High Schools/Vocational Schools in Mataram City.” The community service activities were carried out on August 17-19, 2023, with approximately 30 Chemistry subject teachers and around 25 students from SMA/MAN in Mataram City, specifically from the 11th and 12th grades.

The program coordinator for community service, Dr. Suherman, mentioned that the activities consisted of parallel workshops. For the class with Chemistry teachers as participants (in collaboration with the Chemistry Teachers’ Association of Mataram City), the focus was on environmental issues for chemistry learning (with Prof. Endang Tri Wahyuni as the speaker) and scientific paper writing techniques for teacher publications (with Prof. Mudasir as the speaker). Meanwhile, for the student class, there were two speakers: Dr. Suherman on the theme “mapping future skills” and “Prospects for graduates of science education” with Dr. Yunita Arian Sani Anwar (lecturer at FKIP Unram) as the speaker.

The response to the community service activities was exceptionally positive. In fact, one teacher expressed that there should be some form of follow-up and mentoring, especially in scientific writing, as it is crucial for the teaching profession. On the other hand, students from the 11th and 12th grades shared their opinions that preparing for the future is essential, and they gained new insights into the wide range of careers available to graduates in pure science and science education.