Universitas Muhammadiyah Lamongan (UMLA) launched Halal Center Umla to provide halal and safety labels for Muslims in Indonesia, especially Lamongan. The launching procession was directly conducted by the Deputy Regent of Lamongan, KH Abdul Rouf MAg, Tuesday (19/04). Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) Lamongan, Ministry of Religion Lamongan, Muhammadiyah Regional Board of Lamongan, and Daily Advisory Board of Umla also attended the procession. Besides the launching, Micro Small Medium Enterprise (MSME) or UMKM socialization and Assistance Training of Halal Process, Tuesday-Friday (19-22/04).

The establishment aims to maintain Muslim civilization in the rapid development of science and technology, especially related to edible products. “Umla’s effort should be highly appreciated for providing an enormous Muslim benefit,” said Abdul Rouf.

He also added that in line with elevating Muslim communities’ awareness, especially the importance of halal product utilization, even in lifestyle. “It is a good opportunity for the MSME owners that have halal products,” said the former Chairman of the National Zakat Board (Baznas) Lamongan.

The Rector of Umla, Dr Abdul Aziz Alimul Hidayat, explained that Halal Center Umla had been certified by the Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) of the Religion Ministry along with various Higher Education Institutions in Indonesia.

Besides being an institution that educates and socializes halal product assurance, Umla also provides services for the certified proposal process of halal products. Through the MSME Assistance, it aimed to be a research center in halal product development. “Supported by halal laboratories, Umla readily accepts sample testing from food industry products,” he said.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Barat (UMSB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the judiciary institutions on Thursday (14/04). The Faculty of Law (FH) and Islamic Studies (FAI) UMSB were represented to sign the MoU. On the other hand, Public Courts and Religious Courts agreed to collaborate. Besides two institutions, the Public Prosecution Service in nine jurisdictions of Law and Human Rights Regional Offices.

The procession was conducted in Convention Hall, Yunahar Ilyas, the Third Campus of UMSB, Bukittinggi. Before the signing procession started, every participant followed a gathering and iftar from respective institutions. The collaboration aimed to create agreement in independent internship programs for FH and FAI students. The internship that involves 27 institutions would start on 15 May 2022. 

The Chief of Padang District Court, Yuzaida explained that the institution wholly supports the collaboration due to the human resources’ improvement in the law. “This independent internship program for FH and FAI students will be good. I expect that the students will gain knowledge in tribunal practice in Public Courts and Religious Courts. We hope that the law graduates of UMSB will fully prepare to face the working world,” said Yuzaida.

The Dean of Law Faculty UMSB, Wendra Yunaldi, warmly welcomed the MoU to build synergy between the Law Faculty of UM Sumatera Barat and other institutions. Wendra also mentioned the internship includes education, research, and community services. “In the commitment, the Law Faculty and Islamic Studies Faculty UM Sumatera Barat will invite Public Courts, Religious Courts, and Public Prosecution Service as resource persons in public lectures,” said Wendra.

The Bachelor and Profession Program of Medical Science in the Medical and Health Sciences Faculty (FKIK) Unismuh Makassar earned Grade ‘A’ Accreditation from the Indonesian Independent Accreditation Agency for Higher Education in Health Science (LAMPTKes). The Accreditation Decree was received from LAMPTKes on Monday (18/04).

The Dean of Medical and Health Science Faculty (FKIK) Unismuh, Prof Suryani As’ad, was grateful for the excellent achievement. Prof Suryani also appreciated Unismuh Boards and all supporting parties. “The Bachelor and Profession Program of Medical Science that achieves ‘A’ accreditation becomes a strong evidence as firm management to conduct educational processes in the department. I hope this achievement can trigger various improvements in optimizing learning quality in FKIK,” said the Professor of Nutrition.

Furthermore, the Rector of Unismuh, Prof Ambo Asse, appreciated the hard work of the Dean of FKIK, the Chairman of the Department, the Task Force Team, and all lecturers. “In the future, we should elevate our services and facilities. The condition of human resources are good, but the number of lecturers that become associate professors and professors should increase. It also can be supported by Emeritus Professors,” said Prof Ambo Asse.

Related to facilities, Unismuh would establish PKU Muhammadiyah Unismuh Hospital on 16 May 2022. “InsyaAllah, the President of Muhammadiyah Central Board, Prof Haedar Nashir, will attend the official establishment of Unismuh Hospital, which will be planned in the groundbreaking of new building of FKIK Unismuh that was designed on 12 floors,” said Prof Ambo.

The Medical Science Faculty of Unismuh Makassar was established in 2008 by the Operational Permit issuance from General Director No 2422/D/T/2008 for Bachelor Degree of Medical Science; and No 2423/D/T/2008 for Profession Program of Medical Science. FKIK had managed five departments comprised the Bachelor program of Medical Science (Accredited A), Profession program of Medical Science (Accredited A), Diploma-III program of Midwifery department (Accredited ‘excellent’), Diploma-III program of Nursing Program (Accredited ‘excellent’), and Bachelor degree of Pharmacy (Accredited B).

The Diploma-4 students of the Electromedical Engineering department of Health Science Faculty (FIKES) Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto (UMP) won the 2022 International Science, Technology, and Engineering Competition (ISTEC). The competition was followed by over 350 participants from various categories from 18 nations on four continents.

Intan Sakina Ramadhani, a winning team member, presented the research result entitled “Advanced Alarm of Baby Incubator using IoT”. The theme was raised due to premature babies with low birth weight that caused them not to have enough fat reserves to keep their bodies warm. Therefore, it requires an infant incubator to maintain the temperature and humidity of their environment. “The incubator is usually equipped with an alarm. It has a vital function as providing information about the malfunction of sensors or fans, higher temperature, power, and temperature failure,” said Intan.

Based on data, Intan added that several premature infants experienced burns in the palm and back and even died. “The lack of supervision becomes one of the causes of the incident. So it requires additional notification as a real-time report of malfunction in the incubator, where the nurses and the doctors are,” she continued.

The well-organized alarm would be integrated to ensure every malfunction could be prevented or minimized. “The research had developed an infant incubator. By completing the WiFi ESP8266 module, it can provide notifications in Android-based smartphones. So, when the doctor and nurses notice the alarm outside the patient’s room, they can take an emergency action by pressing a button on their handphone,” he said.

The Electromedical Engineering team that won a gold medal comprised Intan Sakina Ramadhani and Annisa Gallela Anjani guided by Royan, S.T., M.T. On the other hand, the team that won a silver medal consisted of Wafiyudin Syifa Fuadi and Naufal Lutfi Hadi directed by Kusnanto Mukti W., S.Si., M.Eng. For the bronze medal, Muhammad Hisyam Aushaaf and Farras Zuhdi won by Rum Sapundani, M.Si guidance. Other themes presented in the 2022 ISTEC were Movement Control of X-Ray Device Using Voice Note and Program via Smartphone, and An Intelligent Infuse Pump fabrication using IoT for Time Efficiency and Emergency Situation Monitoring.

Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta distributed groceries packages on Thursday (07/04). The distribution was conducted in five sub-villages around campus for Ramadan sharing activity. The groceries were distributed in Pundung, Sawahan, Nogosaren, Karang Tengah, and Ponowaren villages. This Ta’awun Social or Social Cooperation activity served as UNISA’s concern to the communities because besides distributing 1.000 groceries, UNISA also provided medical checkups and health literacy and awareness.

In her remarks, the Rector of UNISA Yogyakarta, Warsiti SKp MKep SpMat appreciated the participation in the distribution and medical examination agenda. She  also expressed her thankfulness for the community that allowed UNISA students to safely stay in rent-houses around the villages. “On this occasion, we also entrust our students to you who own the rental houses. I hope our students can receive your guidance, support, and permission to contribute to the communities,” she said, as reported on UNISA Yogyakarta.

Later, the Village head of Karang Tengah, Surahmin, expressed his gratitude to UNISA leaders for distributing groceries and providing health checkups to the Karang Tengah people. “I hope this grocery distribution and medical examination can be beneficial for the wider community,” he said.

In this distribution and medical examination, all university and faculty boards attended the agenda.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY) Students, which comprises 293 persons, achieved the certification of competencies on Thursday (14/04). The certificate was issued by the National Professional Certification Board (BNSP) through the Professional Certification Institute (LSP) UMY.

The Department of Communication Science had the most numerous participants with 93 students. “The credentials grant the students recognition based on SKKNI (Indonesian National Work Competency Standard -red),” said Erwan Sudiwijaya, the Secretary of Communication Science department, UM Yogyakarta.

Erwan mentioned SKKNI as the formulation of a work competency standard that includes relevant knowledge, skill, competencies, and attitudes toward their work responsibilities and requirements.

Three certifications achieved by Communication Science students of UM Yogyakarta include television producer, strategic planner, and public affairs analyst. The certification was achieved after examination in LSP UMY.

“It is evident from UMY students as young and professional,” said Erwan in a statement. The Communication Science department of UM Yogyakarta is the first Communication Science department in Central Java and Yogyakarta that has certification of communication scheme from BNSP to the students.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Palopo (UM Palopo) conducted Ramadhan Berbagi or Ramadhan Sharing on Thursday (14/04). The sharing activity became UM Palopo academic civitas momentum, especially for students to share with others in Ramadhan 1443 H. By highlighting the tagline “We Share ’cause We Care”, the Ramadhan program entitled Ramadhan Berkah Bersama Keluarga HMPS BK UM Palopo organized by the Guidance and Counselling department.

The Student Association of Guidance and Counseling Department (HMPS BK) UM Palopo organized the activity by three sequence agendas. First, iftar sharing was distributing the meal to be eaten by Muslims after Maghrib for the needy. Second, the gathering to break the fast together. Third, Maghrib, Isha’, and Taraweeh congregational prayers. This activity was socialized on the Instagram account of HMPS BK Unmuh Palopo.

It aimed to invite the big family of HMPS BK to be more concerned with others. Abd Rasyid, the Chairman of the Student Association, mentioned the route of Unmuh Palopo to distribute iftar, starting from Jenderal Sudirman street in Palopo city. “I hope Ramadhan Sharing becomes advantageous for the wider community,” said Abd Rasyid, as reported on Unmuh Palopo site.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Kotabumi (UMKO) held an Iftar gathering with Muhammadiyah Autonomous Organizations (Ortom) on Thursday (14/04). On this occasion, besides UMKO academic civitas, various members from Muhammadiyah boards and the Muhammadiyah Ortom boards also attended the agenda. The gathering, placed in Taqwa Mosque, Universitas Muhammadiyah Kotabumi, was conducted at three in the afternoon and started with Asar congregational prayer.

UMKO civitas academics that attended consisted of the Rector of UMKO, Dr Sumarno MPd, accompanied by the Vices-Rector of Universitas Muhammadiyah Kotabumi. Besides the Rector and Vices-Rector, the Heads of Department, Staff, and UMKO students representatives also attended the gathering. On the other hand, the Muhammadiyah Province Board of Lampung, Muhammadiyah Regional Board of North Lampung, various leaders of Muhammadiyah Autonomous Organizations in North Lampung, Muhammadiyah Branch Boards in North Lampung, and Muhammadiyah services leaders in North Lampung were also present at the Iftar gathering.

After taking Asar congregational prayer, it continued with several directions from the Muhammadiyah boards. The boards that delivered their statements comprised Muhammadiyah Regional Board of North Lampung, Drs H Zainal Abidin MPdI, and Muhammadiyah Province Board of Lampung, Prof Dr Marzuki Noor MS. After the directive remarks from the boards, it was continued by Iftar and Maghrib prayer.

The Student Executive Board (BEM) of STIKes Muhammadiyah Tegal held a graphic design course on the local campus, Wednesday (13/04). The activity that aimed to improve students’ intention and talent was followed enthusiastically by the students.

The agenda that was directly opened by Hendra Apriyadi, M.Pd, the Vice-Chairman 1 for Student Affairs of STIKes Muhammadiyah Tegal intended to encourage students in preparing themselves with knowledge and elevate skills. “Provide yourself with beneficial education to be creative in various fields,” he said. According to Hendra, in the digital era, the students of STIKes Muh Tegal should be creative. “To increase students’ potency, the campus invited several expert tutors in graphic design,” he said.

Hendra appreciated the Student Executive Board program through the Student Activity Unit (UKM) of Campus Journalists. He also hoped that the program could be advantageous for the students. In this activity, the students were taught the basics of designing, the software to be equipped, and various elements in designing.

Ari Fajar, a participant that follows the graphic design course, explained that the agenda was beneficial for him. “This activity enhances my knowledge about designing. Although the explanation started from the basics, it is enough to provide me a piece of knowledge in designing,” he said.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Palembang (UM Palembang) distributed assistance to fire accident victims on Tuesday (12/04). The fire accident was located in Sungsang I village, Banyuasin Region. The Rector of UM Palembang, Dr Abid Djazuli SE MM directly handed over the assistance in the location. Besides UM Palembang, Sumsel Economic Community (MES) also supports the agenda. The Chairman of MES, Achmad Syamsudin, who also becomes General Director of Sumsel Babel Bank, visited the accident site. Also, Dr Sri Rahayu SE MM, the Director of the Postgraduate Program, presented.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Palembang and MES Sumatera Selatan collected donations from both parties for the victims. Dr Abid Djazuli SE MM also mentioned that Unmuh Palembang provided aid as a solidarity act to the victims. “It becomes our intention to support the financial burden of the fire accident victims,” he said.

Afterward, he also explained that the aid consists of several forms, including groceries, clothing donations, and cash. Dr Abid Djazuli SE MM mentioned the donation was started from the small talk from both parties to ignite social sense. “We provide the aid through the small talks between the big family of Unmuh Palembang and MES Sumsel to overcome societal issues,” he said, as reported on the UM Palembang site.