Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur (UMKT) opened 2021 New Student Enrolment (PMB) for the influencers in media social through The Non-Academic Interest and Talent Tracking (Youth Influencers).

It could be a chance for prospective students with a considerable number of subscribers or followers. They could enroll on the campus through the young influencers. However, the requirement includes the positive and educative impacts in progressive Indonesia. As reported in the official Instagram @ditjen.dikti, the UMKT breakthrough is an innovation that will be a new enrolment system amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.

The UMKT Public Relation, Ade Ismail, explained that this breakthrough in the education world has to adapt the rapid digital development. “The young influencer track becomes a place for developing the creativity which can be collaborated to improve Indonesia and Kaltim in particular, by offering the positive and educative content which is equal, enlighting, and progress,” Ade said, as reported on the official Instagram of Ditjen Dikti.

For the requirement process, the number of subscribers was distinguished between the Youtube platform and other social media. The requirements that should be considered were for Youtubers, the minimum number of subscribers is 3K-5K (or more). Meanwhile, for Selebgram, Selebtok, Selebtwit, the minimum number of followers is 8K-10K (or more). However, it should be highlighted that this young influencer enrolment was only available on the specific study programs.

Unismuh Makassar Lecturer caught public attention. He is a permanent lecturer in the Management Department of the Faculty of Economics and Business in Unismuh Makassar, Dr Sutardjo Tui, SE, MSi, that became an examiner on Open Examination for Doctoral Program (S-3) Postgraduate Schools of Institut Pertanian Bogor (IPB), Thursday (04/02), online.

Becoming an examiner from a private lecturer in private higher education outside Java was a challenge to Sutardjo. On the one hand, IPB ranked first among the top universities by the Indonesian Ministry for Education and Culture.

Sutardjo explained the open promotion of the doctoral degree to examine Aceng Kurniawan from Agriculture Industrial Technology. He defended his dissertation entitled “The Strategy of Profitability Improvement and Sustainability of Leather-Processing Industry By Zero-Interest Capital Structure”.

During the promotion examination, the Main Commission comprised the Chairman, Prof Dr Ir Sukardi, MM.with his members, Prof Dr Ir Nastiti Siswi Indrasti and Prof Dr Ono Suparno. Also, the members outside the commission comprised Dr Ir Ade Iskandar (IPB lecturer) and Dr Sutardjo Tui, SE, MSi (Unismuh Makassar lecturer).

The lecturer was born in Gorontalo in 1957 who approximately 30 years devoted as a BNI banker and became a former BNI leader in the Main Branch of Yogyakarta, Ambon, Parepare, and Sengkang.

He studied in STIE YPUP Makassar (Bachelor degree), STIA LAN Makassar (Master degree), Management Postgraduate Program of UMI Makassar (Doctoral degree) with cumlaude predicate in management. He started to be an extraordinary lecturer in 1996 and became a permanent lecturer in 2019.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof Dr Hamka (UHAMKA) laid the cornerstone for the construction of CBT and OSCE buildings located in the Faculty of Pharmacy and Science (FFS), Klender, East Jakarta.

In his remarks, Gunawan Suryoputro, the Rector of Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof Dr Hamka mentioned the outline that the building would be constructed by one of UHAMKA companies, namely PT UTAMA, established for CBT and OSCE purposes. However, the building also could be a multi-learning building. “It is a regulation made by the health association as an instrument to test the students for the final assignment,” he said on Thursday (11/02).

Moreover, Gunawan explained that building construction is essential due to technology integration. “Recently, the students which come from Millenial generations love to learn this kind of technology. The lecturers were expected to keep developing the learning module to use various technology media,” he added.

In addition to CBT and OSCE establishment, the buildings also could be occupied for the Faculties of Health Science and Medical Science. “We should be grateful because we can develop infrastructure to facilitate the students’ improvement. Therefore, the student can upgrade their skill to create qualified human resources for the nation’s necessities,” he concluded. [] UHAMKA / Diktilitbang

Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM) commited to establish halal industry in Indonesia. One of the agendas to support it was to conduct a training program for Muhammadiyah Halal Auditor. The training was held on 08-11 February in Zoom Meeting. The agenda was a collaboration of Halal Center UMM and Halal Auditor Agency and Halal Thayyiban Studies (LPH-KHT) Muhammadiyah.

In his remarks, Dr Sidik Sunaryo, SH, MSi explained that the halal industry is comprised of two aspects, morality and rationality. The rationality aspect was full of ideology and interests from several parties, and it could complexify the auditors in carrying out the halal certification.

“Therefore, the auditors were expected to have high morality and integrity in carrying out the halal certification of a product,” the Vice-Rector IV of UMM said.

Afterwards, Sidik explained that intensifying the halal product certification should be carried out by a massive, structural and straightforward system. The training was one of the essential points of Muhammadiyah and UMM efforts in establishing halal industry.

“UMM and Muhammadiyah had conducted several agendas related to the halal industry establishment. The agenda included the formation and enlargement of Halal Muhammadiyah agency and this training of the Muhammadiyah Halal Auditor. Moreover, we have planned halal system, one of them is the Muhammadiyah Halal Auditors program. I expected that various attempts we had carried out becomes inseparable part of society,” Sidik said.

Press is a strong pillar of the nation. It was built from writing pens and so meaningful in every word. That was a statement from the Rector of Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto (UMP) in the commemoration of Press Day, Banyumas, Tuesday (09/02).

Moreover, he added that the commemoration of Press Day was momentum in strengthening the existence amid the disruption era with various challenges. “In the press day, we pray and hope that the press is getting stronger to sustain nation’s identity, have a strong character, enlighten, and educate people,” said Dr. Jebul Suroso.

Furthermore, the Rector expected that the Press collaborates with higher education institutions and academicians would establish a great civilization and cultural perseverance of the dignified and developed nations.

“Welcome to Press Day, my friends from journalists. For the good deeds ‘UMP is your home’, Happy National Press Day 2021,” he said.

Four journals of Universitas Muhammadiyah Luwuk (Unismuh Luwuk) from 13 journals which achieved accreditation from the Ministry of Research and Technology / National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) since 2018. The four accreditated journals were  Jurnal Pendidikan Glasser (FKIP); Jurnal Pendidikan Islam Al-Ilmi (Faculty of Islamic Studies); Jurnal Emir (Faculty of Economics dan Business); and Monsu’ani Tano Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat (Institute for Research and Community Service).

Hasrat Aimang, MPd, the Coordinator of Unismuh Luwuk Journal, admitted that the other nine journals, which were currently encouraged to be developed by achieving accreditation in various study programs as reported on Suaramuhammadiyah.id (30/01).

“The strategic plan to accelerate the quality management improvement by increasing the capacity of the journal advisory boards with accreditation standard,” Hasrat Aimang, the doctoral student of Management in Postgraduate Program of Universitas Negeri Gorontalo, said.

Besides journals for the lecturers, Unismuh Luwuk also conducted the scientific works published for the students. “Unismuh Luwuk has 15 study programs with B accreditation from BAN-PT and the rest 8 study programs with C accreditation,” he said.

He added that on the last data, the total students as recorded in the academic transactions were over 4000 students. Meanwhile, the number of lecturers was 138 people.

The Faculty of Islamic Studies (FAI) Universitas Muhammadiyah Aceh (Unmuha) launched scientific journals and its management training in Unmuha, Monday (01/02). These journals were officially launched by the Rector of Unmuha, Dr H Aslam Nur, MA, accompanied by the Vice-Rector I, Dr H Fadhullah, MH, and the Dean of FAI, Dr Saiful SAg MAg. The agenda was conducted in the Unmuha Economics Faculty Auditorium.

Moreover, the journals launched comprised Ekispersya (Islamic Economics and Syariah Banking) with Puji Aryani, SE MEd PhD as Editor in Chief; Hemma Marleni, SE MSi Ak and Susi Wardani, SHI MAg as Managing Editors. On the other hand, Al-Fathanah journal (Islamic Studies and Islamic Education Journal) with Ema Sulastri, SPdI MPd as the Editor in Chief; and Muhammad Fadhillah Lc MUs and Istiqamahtul Masyithah, Lc M.IRKH as the Managing Directors.

Afterwards, Biosainsdik journal (Biology Science and Education journal) was managed by Meutia Zahara, MSi PhD as the Editor in Chief; Cut Novrita Rizki, SPd MSc and Nurul Fajriana, SPd MPd as the Managing Editors. In addition, Jippma (Mathematics Education and Learning) was organized by Nazariah SPdI MPd as the Editor Chief; and Nailul Authary SPdI MPd and Novi Trisna Sari, SPdI MPd as Managing Editors.

In his remarks, the Rector appreciated the journal launching and training for the journal managers in Unmuha. The Rector expected Unmha lecturers to keep improving the scientific publication in the International and National accreditation journal shortly. Unmuha would provide rewards for those who publish their work on Sinta 6-1

Muhammadiyah Diktilitbang Council held The Best Practice of Business Unit Development in Muhammadiyah-’Aisyiyah Higher Education Institution (PTMA), Saturday (06/02). Also present as the speakers, Dr. Nazaruddin Malik M.Si. from UM Malang, Dr. Suryo Pratolo M.Si. from UM Yogyakarta and Dr. H. Jamaluddin S.Sos. M.Si. from UM Sidenreng Rappang. “By far, a primary financial resource of PTMA is still from Student Tuition earnings; it indeed becomes a challenge for PTMA which should develop their source of funding outside Tuition Fees, one of which through Business Unit Development.

In UMM, the business unit began with the Hotel establishment and continued with establishing a gas station (SPBU), and the other supporting development. This development followed the potential of UMM in supporting the education process, especially students practicum. “What was inherited from several previous Rectors is having a strong intention for the business unit to be used to increase student experience, and the business unit can contribute to the financial source of education funding in UMM,” Dr Nazaruddin explained.

Meanwhile, Dr Suryo Pratolo explained that currently, UMY is developing a business unit through PT Ummah Mandiri Berkemajuan (UMB), which consists of culinary, health service, vehicle rental and many others. “Before COVID-19, this business activity could reach a profit of 13 billion, while during the pandemic, Alhamdulillah, the profit reached 9 billion,” he said. However, he emphasized that they require the use of a system that supports PT Ummah, including a supply plus and demand-pull system. “We chose a demand-pull system, and we need to spin around a bit to create an economic withdrawal through Beduk Mutu (Buying the Qualified Muhammadiyah Products).” The demand-pull is driven by establishing a system consisting of a finance system and other systems.

To complete the two speakers, Dr. Jamaluddin S Sos, Rector of UM Sidenreng Rappang (Sidrap) revealed that supporting the UM Sidrap business unit could be established by an education-oriented system. “Everything is based on the student education and the learning process so that the core businesses that we can develop are in the fields of agriculture, animal husbandry, and fisheries that support student practicums,” he said. The point that can be highlighted is that all business unit activities established by UM Sidrap are carried out by students and are brought by student-oriented guidance.

Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara (UMSU) assembled various High/Vocational School principals in Sunggal Branch Office in Gading Hotel, Kwala Simeme street, Deli Tua, Thursday (04/02). The gathering (silaturrahmi) was followed by 112 participants from Private and State High/Vocational School principals.

The Head of Educational Branch Office of Sunggal (Cabang Dinas Pendidikan Sunggal), Muhammad Basir Hasibuan, MPd. On the other hand, the Vice-Rector I, Dr Muhammad Arifin Gulton, SH MHum represented UMSU on this occasion.

Muhammad Basir Hasibuan mentioned that the headmaster should motivate their students to pursue higher education. Besides pursuing higher education, the students should have the competence to work. “If the high school students have an orientation to continue to higher institutions, however, the vocational students prefer to work, although they can pursue higher education,” he said.

In addition, he also mentioned the headmaster who should be creative, innovative, communicative and able to collaborate with the higher education institutions. Because in this era, the students have higher opportunities to pursue higher education. The informational access became easier to gain. So that, the headmasters have asked to disseminate higher institutions information to the students.

“Various students worried about the tuition fees. However, many universities offer scholarships, including UMSU. The higher education institution opens enrollment for various tracks, including students with achievements, invitations, and scholarship tracks. It can be informed for the students,” he said.

Muhammad Basir also asked the principles to elevate the education, not only to study in Bachelor program, but also continue to the Master program. As the Head of Educational Branch Office, he also highlighted that he was ready to provide the most accessible recommendation offer. UMSU can be one recommendation to study because it has an A predicate and has 15 study programs.

The Communication Studies Department of Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY) conducted a workshop on podcast production for the learning media on Elementary School (SD) Muhammadiyah Al Mujahidin Wonosari, Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta, last Thursday (04/02).

“The workshop was conducted by the training for trainer model to the teachers in SD Muhammadiyah Al Mujahidin Wonosari. It aimed the participants to disseminate their knowledge to the other teachers, internally or outside Gunungkidul,” said Fajar Junaedi, the Chairman of the UMY services team.

Besides Fajar, the UMY team comprised Filosa Gita Sukmono, the Communication Studies Study Program lecturer, and Agung Hermawan, the Communication Studies students.

In the workshop, the teachers had modules to train the other teachers in internal and other schools. Fajar added that podcast utilization could improve digital assets in school that are beneficial in the pandemic and normal condition. By applying this learning concept, SD Muhammadiyah Al Mujahidin Wonosari can be a best practice for the other schools in Gunungkidul and Yogyakarta and nearby regions.

The workshop highlighted the background of podcast development as learning media in the Covid-19 pandemic period. Podcasts also have auditive, attractive characters, easy to produce, and have become preeminent factors. But unfortunately, not many schools develop this concept as learning media.

The participants directly produced podcast material for learning media. Moreover, the teachers had their accounts, and they were enthusiastic about following the workshop, especially when they understood the benefits and easy way to produce podcasts. The participant even proposed podcast production as an extracurricular as the first school that develops podcasts in the forum.

The Principals of SD Muhammadiyah Al Mujahidin Wonosari, Joko Kiswanto, explained that the workshop was advantageous for the teachers, mainly to produce a learning model in the Covid-19 pandemic era. In a pandemic, the school should adapt to digital media utilization, one of them was actively creating podcast content for the students. It includes developing multimedia learning media production,” said Joko.