Muhammadiyah Council for Higher Education, Research, and Development (CHERD) conducted Self Assessment to Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangka Raya (UMPR) online through Zoom Meeting platform, Saturday (01/05). The Rector of UMPR, Dr Sonedi, MPd; the Vice-Rector I, Dr Hj Laksminarti, SH MH; the Vice-Rector II, Ika Safitri Windiarti, ST MEng PhD; the Vice-Rector III, Dr Norcahyono, SPdI; the Head of Higher Education Planning, Development, and Quality Assurance (LP3MPT), Dr Rita Rahmaniati, MPd and team, the Deans from six different faculties, the Heads of Bureau, and the Heads of Unit in UMPR attended the assessment.

The UMPR Self Assessment was directed by CHERD with 3 assessors. They comprised Andi Bayu Bawono, SE, MSi, PhD from UM Surakarta as the Vice-Treasurer of CHERD, Drs Daniel Fernandes, MSi from Uhamka as the Member of CHERD, and Dr Suliswiyadi, MAg as the Unimma Rector and Assistance Team of CHERD.

This self-assessment was started by the university leaders’ introduction, from the Rector to the Vices-Rector. Afterwards, it was continued with the Rector’s speech and presentation. Dr Sonedi MPd highlighted the university vision and mission, strategic planning, and operational planning checklist, and achievements in the Catur Dharma ‘Four Values’ implementation of Higher Education Institutions. After the presentation, the assessors posed several questions for the university leaders, and all of their responses were positive.

After the agenda, Dr Sonedi MPd explained more about Self-Assessment, “The Self-Assessment program is Muhammadiyah Council for Higher Education, Research, and Development duties in monitoring and fostering the Muhammadiyah – ‘Aisyiyah Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs) to maintain the quality preparing accreditation assessment for study programs and institution,” said Dr Sonedi, MPd on Saturday (01/05).

Dr Rita Rahmaniati, MPd as the Head of Institute for Higher Education Planning, Development, and Quality Assurance (LP3MPT) UMPR mentioned the Self-Assessment undoubtedly became a milestone and encouragement for the institution to achieve Excellent Accreditation Status (A). “We highly appreciated to Muhammadiyah Council for Higher Education, Research, and Development to facilitate this crucial agenda, especially for three assessors who spend their time for UMPR,” said Dr Rita Rahmaniati, MPd, Saturday (01/05).

Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan ‘Institute for Health Science’ (STIKes) Muhammadiyah Klaten held the social service in the Muhammadiyah and ‘Aisyiyah Branch in Buntalan, Klaten (04/05).

The activity was held in Ramadhan month conducted annually by the grocery sharing and the Muhammadiyah branch development. The agenda was driven in the STIKES Muh Klaten environment, followed by 100 citizens in several different schedules avoiding the crowd with the strict health protocol.

The Head of Institute for Islamic and Muhammadiyah Studies, Syahbana, SAg MAg, explained the agenda as the gratitude with STIKES Muh Klaten achievements and the togetherness of Muslims in Holy Ramadhan month which was affected by Covid-19. “We distribute grocery package to the community nearby. Besides, we also educate the Branch about the importance of sharing and helping each other without differentiating status and from which group,” he said.

The social service activity was to distribute groceries for the elderly, duafa, and the affected people in the Covid-19 pandemic. “I hope by this activity, the relationship of STIKES Muh Klaten and the Buntalan Klaten community is getting closer and growing the supportive spirit in the dynamic life,” the Chair of STIKES Muhammadiyah Klaten, Sri Sat Titi Hamranani. [] Public Relation of STIKES Muh Klaten

Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong (Unimuda Sorong) became the location to conduct Safari Ramadhan (Ramadan Roadshow) on last Saturday (24/04). A group of Ramadan 1442 H/2021 M Roadshow organizers visited Unimuda Sorong Mosque, “Salman Al-Farisi” Campus Mosque. As an annual program of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), MUI West Papua and the local government were the organizers of the agenda.

The roadshow themed “Ramadan Month, Month of Love, Brotherhood, and Caring for Others”. KH Misbahul Munir Kholil known as Kyai Misbah from MUI Central Board attended the agenda. West Papua Governor represented by the expert staff presented in the Unimuda Sorong, which became the Ramadan Roadshow location. Dr Rustamadji, MSi, the Rector of Unimuda Sorong, delivered his remarks and expressed his gratitude for the visitation in the Ramadhan Roadshow MUI West Papua Board. Afterwards, he highlighted the requirement to be an organization with high qualifications and excellent aspects. “To be excellent should be solid, disseminate the good deeds, and prevent the bad,” he said, as reported on the Unimuda Sorong site.

Moreover, Kyai Misbah expressed his pride in Unimuda Sorong’s existence. The campus can serve five thousand students, with the 70% majority of students from Papua and non-Muslim. Afterwards, Kyai Misbah also explained that the campus should be a role model in Papua and West Papua. “It was an effort of the good deeds for Allah Swt,” said Kyai Misbah.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo (UMPO) distributed ta’jil (a light food menu eaten upon breaking the fast) commemorating the 35th UMPO anniversary. The event coincided with Ramadhan fasting month and was still in the Covid-19 pandemic.

By the theme “To Produce Milenial Intellectuals,” the campus established on 3 May 1986 dispersed ta’jil to all areas in Ponorogo regency. The ta’jil was provided to all motorcyclists, pedestrians, and drivers in Alon-Alon Utara, HOS Cokroaminoto, and Muhammadiyah Branch Boards areas on Sunday (02/05).

The rectorate and dean also attended and directly participated in the distribution of ta’jil in the broader community. The Rector of UMPO, Dr Happy Susanto, MA, mentioned the activity was a form of gratitude for the 35th anniversary and forging a good relationship with society. “Alhamdulillah, UMPO has celebrated its 35 years. By the anniversary commemoration, we expect that UMPO improve the quality, develop and get the wider community’s trust. Because UMPO is a prideful campus which belongs to Ponorogo people and nearby,” he said.

The discussion series of Muhammadiyah Studies continued on Monday (26/04). Muhammadiyah Council for Higher Education, Research, and Development (CHERD) held the third RisetMu Research Dissemination of Covid-19 scheme. The agenda was conducted online in the official Youtube account. The theme of this third edition was “Philanthropy and Social Solidarity.” After Lukman Hakim, as the Master of Ceremony, opened the agenda, he handed the discussion over to the Moderator, Nurhadi. Nurhadi was a member of RisetMu grant and a UGM Social Development and Welfare lecturer.

At first, Nurhadi explained the theme by comparing the philanthropy initiative actions, starting from the nation, company, and community in undergoing the philanthropy actions as social solidarity. Afterwards, Nurhadi introduced the researchers one by one who presented their research.

At first, Budi Santoso from Unimuda Sorong presented research entitled “The Contribution of LazisMu in Fostering Mu’alaf of Abun Tribe in Sorong.” He researched with Jaharudin and Farchamulloh. Afterwards, Nur Kholidah from UM Pekajangan Pekalongan presented her research about “An Analysis of Zakat Utilization in the Covid-19 Pandemic towards Poverty, Material Value, and Spiritual Index of the Beneficiaries”. Nur Kholidah did the research with Muftahur Rahman Hakim. The following presentation was Sadikin from ITB Ahmad Dahlan entitled “Humanitarian Attempt of MDMC in Handling the Covid-19 Pandemic in Indonesia”.

Afterwards, Reza Asra from UM Sidenreng Rappang presented the research entitled “Analysis of Yard Utilization Effectiveness from Muhammadiyah Members in Supporting The Food Security in Covid-19 Pandemic Period in Sidenreg Rappang”. Reza did the study with Trisnawaty A.R. Lastly, Ridhiyatul Fithri from STKIP ‘Aisyiyah Riau presented her research “Social Reality Construct of Muhamadiyah Member to Philanthropy Body of Muhammadiyah (LAZISMU) in the Covid-19 Pandemic”. To conclude, Lukman Hakim reminded the researchers to report their outputs of the research.

The Rector of Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. DR. Hamka (Uhamka), Prof Dr Gunawan Suryoputro, inaugurated Dr Dan Mugisidi as the Dean of Engineering Faculty for 2021-2025. The inauguration of Dan Mugisidi as to continue the previous leadership of the Dean of Engineering Faculty in 2017-2021, Dr Sugema. It was located in the AR Fachruddin Hall, the Economics and Business Faculty Building, Uhamka. As reported on the Uhamka official, the Daily Advisory Board (BPH) Uhamka also attended the inauguration.

Nuswantoro and Dr Anwar Abbas, BPH Uhamka leaders, directly witnessed the procession in the Hall. Meanwhile, another BPH leader, Prof Dr Kahmad, witnessed the inauguration online through Zoom Meeting. Besides Prof Kahmad, the lecturers followed the agenda via Zoom Meeting. It aimed to apply a strict health protocol. Moreover, in AR Fachruddin Hall, several Muhammadiyah Province Board (PWM) DKI Jakarta, Sun’an Miskan, Edi Sukardi, and the Vice-Rector IV Uhamka, Bunyamin also presented on the agenda.

In his remarks, Prof Gunawan highly appreciated Dr Sugema due to the management improvement, the Catur Dharma ‘Four Values’ development, and many others. Afterwards, Prof Gunawan also prompted Dr. Dan Mugisidi to continue and optimize the achievements and reminded him to increase the accreditation status of the Engineering Faculty. “We should pay attention, understand, and comprehend the meaning when oath-taking session. Because, it could become a guideline in carrying out the duties to achieve Allah’s blessing, “he concluded.

The Rector of Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka (Uhamka), Prof. Dr. Gunawan Suryoputro inaugurated Dr. Dan Mugisidi as the Dean of Engineering Faculty 2021-2025. As he was appointed, Dr. Dan Mugisidi was inaugurated to continue the previous dean, Dr. Sugema. AR Fachruddin Auditorium, The Faculty of Economics and Business Building, Uhamka became the inauguration location. As reported on the official site of Uhamka Wednesday (26/04), the Head of Daily Advisory Board Uhamka also attended the inauguration.

Nuswantoro and Dr. Anwar Abbas, the Daily Advisory Board (BPH) leaders, witnessed directly in the inauguration. Meanwhile, one of BPH Uhamka, Prof. Dr. Kahmad, saw the procession online. Also, the lecturers attended the inauguration online via Zoom Meeting. The hybrid method aimed to apply health protocols. Moreover, the Auditorium was also attended by leaders of Muhammadiyah Province Board (PWM) DKI Jakarta, including Sun’an Miskan, Edi Sukardi, and Bunyamin as the Vice-Rector IV of Uhamka.

In his remarks, Prof Gunawan expressed his gratitude to Sugema. Because of his leadership, the Engineering Faculty improved in the management, Catur Dharma implementation, and many others. Afterwards, Prof Gunawan gave Dr. Dan Mugisidi a message to continue and optimize the achievements and increase Engineering Faculty accreditation. ”It should be aware, analyze, and explore the oath of the inauguration ceremony. So that it can be guidance and reminder in carrying out the duties to achieve Allah SWT’s rewards,” he concluded. [] Diktilitbang

Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan (STIKes) Muhammadiyah Tegal agreed to collaborate with PKU Muhammadiyah Tegal Hospital, Wednesday (28/04). The collaboration was directly signed by the Director of PKU and STIKes Muh Tegal. The Vice Chief of STIKes Muh Tegal, Hendra Apriyadi, MPd explained that the partnership between a higher education institution and hospital activated and improved Muhammadiyah Service (AUM) in Tegal.

The collaboration was focused on improving the Catur Dharma ‘Four Values’ Implementation in STIKes Muh Tegal, including in education and learning, research, community service, and strengthening the Islamic and Muhammadiyah studies. The campus development comprises the STIKes Muh Tegal graduates. The graduates have the opportunity to work in PKU Muh Tegal hospital. In the same way, PKU Muh Tegal needed the health workers in the pharmacy to be contributed to the hospital. Afterwards, the collaboration contract also included the Bachelor’s scholarship program for the Pharmacy department, especially the outstanding students. dr H Ach. Shochibul Birri, MSi, MMR, warmly responded to raise each other in the Pharmacy field. Because Muhammadiyah cadres also contributed to the development vigorously. “I hope the collaboration can benefit STIKes Muh Tegal in the implementation of Catur Dharma implementation of STIKes Muh Tegal,” he said. [] Public relation of STIKes Muh Tegal

The last Thursday (22/04), Muhammadiyah Council for Higher Education, Research, and Development (CHERD) held Research Dissemination of RisetMu in the Covid-19 scheme. It was a second edition. Cesa Pratiwi dari Unisa Yogyakarta, Erlin Listiyaningsih from UM Prof. Dr. Hamka, and Yosi Apriyani from UM Palembang presented their research by the theme “Health and Technology Innovation”. The CHERD Youtube account broadcasted this agenda live.

Ahmad Romadhoni, as a moderator in this implementation, explained the three research titles and permitted each researcher to present the research result. First, Cesa Pratiwi explained the research entitled “Psychological Wellbeing and Coping Strategies of Midwives during Covid-19 Pandemic in Indonesia: A Qualitative Study.” Afterwards, Erlin Listiyaningsih presented her research on “The Potential of mRNA-146a as Candidate Target for Inflammatory Cytokine Storm Prevention Therapy in the Covid-19 patients.” Lastly, Yosi Apriyani presented his research “Disinfectant Spray Design in Arduino Uno R3 and Solar Panel in Internet of Things (IoT) Utilization”.

After the presentation from each presenter, the following schedule was a discussion session. Ahmad Romadhoni, as moderator, gave each presenter a question. This session finished after 20 minutes. In his closing statements, Ahmad Romadhoni appreciated the exciting topics developed by the three presenters. “It is an effort to encourage the academicians to do research,” he concluded.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang (UNIMUS) held the Appropriateness Verification and Visitation of Independent Campus Competition Program (PKKM) online, Tuesday (27/4). The agenda was also attended by PKKM reviewers, Prof. Sutiman B. Sumitro, BSC, the Professor of Universitas Brawijaya; Nurul Sania, IKIP PGRI Pontianak lecturer; and Sulistio Budi Utomo, Ph.D, the Head of International Relation STIE Indonesia Surabaya.

The Appropriateness Verification and Visitation of PKKM, undoubtedly, should be understood about its implementation mechanism. Therefore, to understand the common perception, Prof. Sutiman B. Sumitro supported PKKM would run well. “Basically, to support PKKM to run well, the visitation should be conducted from the leaders of both in university and faculty, even in study programs. It was expected that the Kampus Merdeka Competition Program (PKKM) program would be agreeable, so that the program can be initiated and transformed to be the independent campus program”.

Moreover, the Kampus Merdeka Competition Program (PKKM) and Independent Campus program of UNIMUS could create an educational system that might bring the students to have the ability to learn in the first place to contribute to communities before they work and assist in the wider community. Hence, it also should develop the quality and relevance of curriculum in the learning programs.