BANDUNG, UNIKOM — As they enter the program’s implementation phase across various service areas in Coblong Subdistrict, Bandung City, student participants in the 2026 Impact-Driven Community Service Program (KKN) at the Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) attended the second technical training session held on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Held in the 4th-floor auditorium of UNIKOM Campus I, the event was part of an effort to strengthen the students’ readiness to implement various digital systems that will be utilized by the community and field staff.
The Bimtek was attended by students participating in the 2026 UNIKOM Impact-Oriented KKN, who have now been assigned to their respective service areas and have begun carrying out their work programs alongside the community. The session was led by the Deputy Executive Chair of the UNIKOM 2026 Impact-Driven Community Service Program, Dr. Agus Mulyana, S.Kom., M.T., who provided training on the implementation of information systems that support the execution of community service programs.
According to Dr. Agus, this second training session is a continuation of the previous one. While the first training session focused on operating the system to support student activities during the KKN, the second session was geared toward developing students’ ability to introduce and implement the system that will be used by the community. “Today, we are holding the second training session for our students on how to implement the application we have prepared for the community as well as for field staff,” said Dr. Agus.
Previously, the students had received training on using the system that supports all stages of the KKN program, from planning, implementation, monitoring, and assessment to evaluation. The system also enables various student activities to be digitally documented and integrated.
Through the use of technology, the students’ presence at their service locations can be monitored more effectively, including participant data collection, geofencing-based placement, and the recording of daily activities, permits, and various other field conditions.
A similar sentiment was expressed by the Head of the Guidance, Counseling, Graduate Careers, and Alumni Division (BKKLA), Dr. Nungki Heriyati, S.S., M.A., who serves as a member of UNIKOM’s Impactful KKN Task Force and as a Field Supervisor (DPL). According to her, all student groups have developed work plans in collaboration with their DPLs and have begun carrying out various activities in their respective areas. “The students have been assigned to their respective positions and have begun implementing the work plans that were developed. Each group has submitted its work plan to the DPL, received approval, and has also entered the information into the system,” explained Dr. Nungki.
Dr. Nungki added that the digital system used in UNIKOM’s 2026 Impact-Driven Community Service Program (KKN Berdampak) enables a more structured monitoring process. Data on student activities recorded in the system can help the implementation team and Field Supervisors track the program’s progress on a regular basis.
By the seventh and eighth weeks of implementation, 32 student groups had been deployed to various regions and had begun adapting to their environments, identifying community needs, and carrying out the university’s work programs, proposed work programs, and ad hoc programs according to on-the-ground conditions.
Through the phased implementation of technical training workshops, UNIKOM continues to foster the development of a Community Service Program (KKN) model that adapts to technological advancements. The use of digital systems is expected not only to support the program’s effectiveness but also to strengthen the measurement of community service impact in a more quantifiable and sustainable manner. (Directorate of Hms & Pro)
BANDUNG, UNIKOM — In strengthening its commitment to providing higher education that creates a tangible impact on society, Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM), in collaboration with the West Java Provincial Government and the Coblong Subdistrict Government, is implementing the 2026 Impactful Community Service Program or KKN Berdampak. The program is aimed at strengthening waste management while providing students with a learning environment through direct engagement with the community.
The main focuses of the KKN Berdampak in Coblong Subdistrict include education on waste sorting at the source, community assistance, strengthening waste management governance, technology-based data collection, and the development of a circular economy. Furthermore, the program represents UNIKOM’s contribution to supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly sustainable urban development, responsible consumption and production, climate action, and strengthened multi-stakeholder partnerships. As part of the program’s implementation, UNIKOM officially deployed students participating in the KKN Berdampak to Coblong Subdistrict on August 12, 2026. A total of approximately 569 students were involved in directly collaborating with local communities and various government stakeholders in implementing the planned waste management initiatives.
The PIC and Coordinator of UNIKOM’sKKN Berdampak Dr. Nungki Heriyati, S.S., M.A., explained that the KKN Berdampak is a collaborative initiative between UNIKOM and the West Java Provincial Government designed to connect students’ learning processes with real-world issues in society. “On this occasion, UNIKOM has deployed approximately 569 students to Coblong Subdistrict. The main focus is addressing waste-related issues, particularly in the Coblong Subdistrict area,” explained Dr. Nungki.
The students will collaborate with urban village authorities, waste management officers, as well as community members at the RW and RT levels. The collaboration is primarily aimed at providing education on waste sorting and management while assisting community members in adopting these practices in a sustainable manner.
Impactful Community Service as an Implementation of the SDGs
The waste management initiative, which is a key focus of the Impactful Community Service (Kuliah Kerja Nyata Berdampak), is directly aligned with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By promoting cleaner, healthier, more organized, and sustainable residential environments, the program supports SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Education on household waste sorting, waste reduction, material reuse, and the development of a circular economy also aligns with SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Furthermore, reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills and reusing materials are relevant to efforts to minimize environmental impacts and support SDG 13: Climate Action. Meanwhile, the involvement of UNIKOM, the West Java Provincial Government, Coblong Subdistrict, urban villages, neighborhood associations (RT/RW), local communities, and relevant government agencies reflects the spirit of SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
Students Learn, Communities Benefit
UNIKOM Vice Rector I for Academic and Student Affairs and Chair of the 2026 UNIKOM Impactful Community Service Committee, Prof. Dr. Hj. Umi Narimawati, Dra., S.E., M.Si., emphasized that the Impactful Community Service is part of a structured learning process that has been carefully prepared through student training and field surveys before students are deployed to the community.
“Students do not only learn in the classroom. Through the KKN Berdampak, they learn to observe real conditions in the field, collaborate with the community, and apply the soft skills they have developed,” said Prof. Umi.
To ensure that the Community Service activities are implemented in a structured and measurable manner, students are accompanied by Supervising Lecturers (Dosen Pembimbing Lapangan/DPL). UNIKOM has also prepared a digital system to help monitor the activities of students and DPLs in the field. Each student activity will be recorded through the system, including its location, time, type of activity, and implementation documentation. The system is designed to ensure that students carry out activities in accordance with the established programs, while also serving as part of the monitoring and evaluation process.
From an academic perspective, the KKN Berdampak is also integrated into the learning process through a Semester Credit Unit (SKS) recognition scheme. Dr. Nungki explained that, under the scheme, Community Service activities may be recognized for up to a maximum of 20 SKS, although their implementation is adjusted to the policies and curricula of each study program.
“The conversion to SKS is approximately a maximum of 20 SKS, but this ultimately depends on each study program. For example, the Management Study Program adopts a 10-SKS scheme, while several study programs that have compulsory courses continue to conduct lectures for one or two courses,” she explained.
Rooted in Real-World Issues
The development of UNIKOM’sKKN Berdampak (Kuliah Kerja Nyata Berdampak) is based on the identification of issues encountered in the field. Dr. Agus Mulyana, S.Kom., M.T., a lecturer at UNIKOM’s Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science (FTIK) who is involved in the development of the program, explained that the KKN Berdampak is positioned as a social project carried out seriously and systematically, rather than merely as an administrative activity of higher education institutions. “The KKN Berdampak is a social project that we can genuinely undertake with full commitment,” Dr. Agus stated.
Therefore, the approach adopted does not simply involve bringing solutions from the university to the community. Instead, it begins with identifying the needs of the community through a bottom-up approach.
In the context of waste management, the issues are mapped into three stages: upstream, intermediate, and downstream. At the upstream level, the primary issue identified is the low level of public awareness regarding waste segregation at the household level. “The major problem lies upstream, particularly in waste segregation. Therefore, the approach we take is persuasive and educational,” Dr. Agus explained.
This approach is implemented through education, practical examples, community assistance, and appreciation for residents who have begun implementing waste segregation practices.
Data-Driven Waste Management for a Well-Organized Environment
To strengthen waste management governance, Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) is developing a technology-based approach through a waste data collection system. Segregated waste bins will be equipped with QR-based identification codes that can be linked to a mobile application. The system is designed to connect each waste bin with its corresponding household or owner, allowing waste management activities to be recorded in a more systematic manner.
Supported by artificial intelligence (AI)-based features, the system is designed to help identify the condition of waste bins, including the volume and characteristics of organic and non-organic waste. The collected data will help waste management personnel determine collection priorities while providing an overview of waste generation in each area. At the neighborhood (RT), community (RW), sub-district, and Environmental Agency (DLH) levels, the data is expected to serve as a basis for determining waste management needs and policies.
This concept is encapsulated in the spirit of “Data-Driven Waste Management for a Well-Organized Environment.” According to Dr. Agus, a data-based approach is essential to ensure that policies are not formulated merely on the basis of assumptions, but rather on factual conditions in the field. “If we need to add personnel, we have the data. If we need additional infrastructure or waste collection vehicles, we already have operational data,” he explained.
Turning Waste into a Circular Economy
UNIKOM’s Kuliah Kerja Nyata Berdampak also incorporates a circular economy approach to waste management. Organic waste has the potential to be processed into maggot feed, while non-organic waste can be channeled through waste banks or repurposed into various useful products. One example being prepared is the utilization of used plastic bottles as plant pots and as part of hydroponic development. This initiative can be integrated with the “Buruan Sae” program in Bandung.
UNIKOM is also exploring opportunities to utilize technology to support cultivation processes, including technology-based watering and fertilization systems. “The main target is to reduce the amount of waste generated per day in each area, increase public awareness, and ultimately create new benefits. That is what we aim to build, which we call the circular economy,” said Dr. Agus.
Coblong Sub-District Promotes Consistency Toward Zero Waste
Head of Coblong Sub-District, Ratna Rahayu Pitriyati, S.STP., M.Si., expressed her appreciation for UNIKOM’s initiative in selecting Coblong Sub-District as one of the locations for the implementation of the Kuliah Kerja Nyata Berdampak. According to her, waste management is a strategic issue in Bandung that requires collaboration among various stakeholders. UNIKOM’s involvement is expected to strengthen the efforts of the sub-district government, urban village administrations, and local communities in finding more effective waste management solutions.
“We greatly appreciate UNIKOM for initiating this program, which will undoubtedly provide tremendous contributions and impact,” she said.
She further noted that collaboration with higher education institutions could serve as an example and encourage other universities to become involved in addressing issues faced by communities. She also called on the public to support the implementation of the Kuliah Kerja Nyata Berdampak. “Let us support this initiative, collaborate, work together, and jointly create a clean, green, and waste-free environment,” she emphasized.
Furthermore, Coblong Sub-District hopes that the impact of the community service program will continue even after the students have completed the program. Consistency is one of the key outcomes expected, so that waste segregation and management can gradually develop into a community culture.
“The output we most hope to see is consistency. We hope that there will be changes in waste management practices and that, ultimately, Coblong can become a zero-waste sub-district,” she concluded.
UNIKOM Develops a Role Model for Environmental Management
UNIKOM’s commitment to environmental management is not only directed toward the community but also begins within the university itself. Dr. Agus Mulyana, S.Kom., M.T., explained that UNIKOM is strengthening waste management practices across the campus by providing waste segregation facilities, educational initiatives, and efforts to build awareness and compliance among the academic community.
Within the UNIKOM campus environment, waste segregation is organized into several categories: organic, non-organic, residual waste, and recyclable materials.
“UNIKOM must become a role model within its own environment,” said Dr. Agus.
According to him, behavioral change cannot be achieved through instructions alone. A persuasive and educational approach is necessary to ensure that waste segregation develops from mere awareness into compliance and, ultimately, becomes a habit.
Collaboration for Sustainable Impact
The 2026 KKN Berdampak in Coblong Subdistrict demonstrates that higher education institutions can play a strategic role in addressing community issues while supporting the sustainable development agenda. Students become part of the change process, lecturers contribute through mentoring and methodological support, the government provides policy support and regional coordination, while the community serves as the key actor in ensuring the sustainability of the program.
For students, the Community Service Program provides an opportunity to develop communication, leadership, teamwork, social awareness, problem-solving, and the ability to apply academic knowledge in real-life contexts. Meanwhile, for the government, the collaboration is expected to provide additional resources, ideas, mentoring, and data that can strengthen policy-making processes. For the community, the program is expected to provide knowledge, assistance, management systems, and opportunities to transform waste into valuable resources.
Ultimately, the success of the KKN Berdampak is not measured solely by the number of students deployed or the number of activities conducted. More importantly, its impact can be seen in changes in community behavior, reductions in waste volume, the availability of data, the growth of the circular economy, and the sustainability of the systems established after the program concludes.
Through the spirit of “Data-Driven Waste Management, Better-Organized Environment,” UNIKOM and Coblong Subdistrict seek to develop an environmental management model that connects education, technology, government, and the community within a collaborative ecosystem. From campus to community, from waste to data, from data to policy, and from collaboration to tangible impact for sustainable development. (Directorate of Hms & Pro).
BANDUNG, UNIKOM – The commitment of the Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) to fostering faculty members who are adaptable, innovative, and capable of addressing the challenges of higher education continues to bear fruit. One of the faculty members from UNIKOM Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science (FTIK), Agus Mulyana, S.T., M.T., has successfully been selected for the 2026 Inspiring Lecturer Program (ILP) organized by Paragon Corp 2026 a national-level faculty capacity-building program with a highly competitive selection process. The program focuses on intensive training, research proposal drafting, and subsidies for scientific publications. Through this program, participants gain enhanced competencies in teaching and developing impactful research strategies, access to research grants and support for publication in international journals, as well as opportunities to build national collaborative networks with academics from Sabang to Merauke.
With thousands of faculty members from various universities across Indonesia participating, the selection process for this program was conducted in multiple stages, evaluating participants’ track records in teaching, research, community service, and their vision for academic development following the program. In an interview, Agus Mulyana, S.T., M.T., stated, “The selection process was quite rigorous. The evaluation focused not only on teaching experience but also on research track records, community service, and plans for contributions to be made after completing the program,” explained Agus.
Since June 2026, participants have been taking part in a series of boot camps, mentoring sessions, coaching, and various assignments designed to strengthen faculty members’ capacity to carry out the Tri Dharma of Higher Education in a manner more relevant to the needs of the times. According to Agus, one of the most valuable lessons in the program is how faculty members must be able to adapt to the characteristics of today’s generation. It is no longer enough for a faculty member to simply master course material; they must also be able to instill enthusiasm, positive energy, and an understanding of the ever-changing world so that the learning process becomes more meaningful.
In the field of research, participants are guided to develop a research roadmap that goes beyond mere publications or administrative reports, but rather produces solutions that can be applied by both the community and industry. The research approach is also designed to be multidisciplinary and collaborative so that it can address various real-world problems. Meanwhile, regarding community service, the ILP instills a new paradigm: that service must be built as a long-term partnership capable of creating sustainable change, rather than merely fulfilling administrative obligations.
The Inspiring Lecturer Program will run through the end of 2026 and will include several rounds of further selection. From among thousands of participants, a select group of top faculty members will be chosen to join a collaborative project involving universities across Indonesia to develop various innovative solutions for society and industry. For Agus, this opportunity is not only a personal achievement but also carries the responsibility to bring about change within the UNIKOM community. “I want to build a Tri Dharma ecosystem that has a clear vision, is fully integrated, and truly makes an impact. Teaching must be more closely aligned with the industrial world, research must produce tangible solutions, and community service must be a process of sustainable empowerment,” he explained.
He believes that learning models in higher education must continue to transform so they are no longer dominated by conventional, theory-based approaches alone. Collaboration with the industrial sector is key to preparing graduates capable of navigating the dynamics of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the accelerating pace of technological development. In addition, Agus also encouraged the creation of a more vibrant research ecosystem at UNIKOM through the strengthening of research groups, laboratories, and interdisciplinary collaboration. According to him, a culture of sustained research will foster innovations capable of making tangible contributions to society, industry, and national development.
Furthermore, he expressed hope that all activities related to the Tri Dharma at the university would proceed in harmony. The material taught in class, the research conducted, and community service must be interconnected so that they can produce a greater impact. “Faculty members must be agents of change. Education is not just about conveying theory, but also about inspiring students, broadening their horizons for the future, and preparing them to face real-world challenges. What I want to build is a healthy, vibrant, mutually supportive, and impactful ecosystem,” he said.
The participation of UNIKOM faculty members in the Inspiring Lecturer Program is tangible evidence of UNIKOM commitment to improving the quality of human resources by strengthening faculty competencies. In line with its vision as a Digital Entrepreneurial University, UNIKOM continues to foster the development of educators who are innovative, collaborative, and capable of producing education, research, and community service that provide broad benefits to society, the industrial sector, and the nation’s progress. (Directorate of Hms & Pro)
