BANDUNG, UNIKOM – The Student Association (HIMA) of the Communication Studies Program Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) officially launched the Jayantaka Cabinet 2026 on Monday, June 8, 2026, through a Grand Launching & Talk Show titled “Jayantaka: New Face, New Movement 2026.” Carrying the theme “Fear of Being Wrong Leads to Silence: The Dynamics of Student Participation in the Classroom,” the event was held at the Miracle Auditorium, 4th Floor, UNIKOM Campus I. The occasion marked an important milestone in introducing the newly appointed executive board while fostering a spirit of collaboration, innovation, and active student participation within the academic community.
The Grand Launching of the Jayantaka 2026 Cabinet marked the first step in introducing the new leadership of UNIKOM’s Communication Studies Student Association (HIMA) along with the spirit of transformation embodied by the slogan “New Face, New Movement.” This spirit is expected to foster the emergence of a student organization that is adaptive, collaborative, innovative, and capable of making tangible contributions to the development of UNIKOM Communication Studies students.
The event was attended by the Dean of the UNIKOM Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP), Prof. Dr. Hj. Dewi Kurniasih, S.IP., M.Si.; the Chair of the UNIKOM Communication Studies Program, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Manap Solihat, M.Si.; the Secretary of the Communication Studies Program, Dr. Olih Solihin, S.Sos., M.I.Kom.; the Faculty Advisor for Student Affairs, Yasundari, S.I.Kom., M.I.Kom.; the Chair of the Communication Studies Student Association (HIMA), Muhammad Fadhil Hafidz Abdillah; as well as faculty members and students from UNIKOM’s Communication Studies Program.
The series of events began with a report from the Executive Chair, Dimas Aryo Danendra, followed by remarks from the Chair of the Communication Studies Student Association (HIMA), Muhammad Fadhil Hafidz Abdillah; the Faculty Advisor for Student Affairs, Yasundari, S.I.Kom., M.I.Kom.; and the Chair of the Communication Studies Program, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Manap Solihat, M.Si., and was officially opened by the Dean of FISIP UNIKOM, Prof. Dr. Hj. Dewi Kurniasih, S.IP., M.Si.
In her opening remarks, the Dean of FISIP UNIKOM, Prof. Dr. Hj. Dewi Kurniasih, S.IP., M.Si., emphasized that students must have the courage to think critically, express their ideas, and actively participate in discussions while upholding academic ethics. “Silence will not bring about change. On the contrary, change can begin with students’ courage to engage in discussion, voice their opinions, and propose constructive solutions,” she said. Furthermore, Prof. Dewi emphasized that students are an integral part of the nation’s development process and, as agents of change, play a strategic role in societal life. Therefore, the Student Association is expected to serve as a platform that fosters a generation that is critical, innovative, and responsible through various programs that have a positive impact.
At the end of her remarks, Prof. Dewi also commended the Communication Studies Student Association’s initiative in organizing an event that not only introduced the new executive board but also created a space for educational discussion. Prof. Dewi also expressed her hope that the UNIKOM Communication Studies Student Association would continue to uphold this spirit and serve as a role model for other student organizations at UNIKOM.
On this occasion, the entire leadership structure of the Jayantaka 2026 Cabinet was officially introduced, ranging from the Middle Management and Top Management levels to the Executive Board. This moment symbolized the start of the new leadership term, which will carry out its mandate in steering the organization for the coming term. In addition to introducing the leadership structure, the HIMA Chairperson and Vice Chairperson also outlined the vision, mission, and direction of the Jayantaka 2026 Cabinet as a guide for implementing work programs focused on organizational development and student empowerment.
Moving on to the next session, the event continued with a talk show themed “Fear of Making Mistakes Leads to Silence: The Dynamics of Student Participation in the Classroom.” The discussion featured speakers Dr. Adiyana Slamet, S.IP., M.Si., and Naufal Muhammad Abdul Rahim, moderated by Muhammad Yauma Akbar. The talk show served as an open and inspiring forum to discuss the challenges students face in finding the courage to express their ideas, actively participate in the classroom, and foster a communicative and inclusive academic culture.
During the discussion forum, participants were encouraged to understand the importance of building self-confidence, thinking critically, and fostering healthy two-way communication between students and faculty. This event is expected to promote a more active, transparent, collaborative, and solution-oriented learning environment, thereby continuing to increase student participation in the academic process.
Through the Grand Launching & Talk Show titled “Jayantaka: New Face, New Movement 2026,” the UNIKOM Communication Studies Student Association (HIMA) reaffirmed its commitment to becoming a student organization that is not only active in implementing its work programs but also capable of fostering spaces for collaboration, capacity building, and strengthening a participatory academic culture. With this new spirit, the Jayantaka 2026 Cabinet is expected to serve as a driving force for change that brings positive impacts to students, the Communication Studies Program, and Universitas Komputer Indonesia as a whole. (Directorate of Hms & Pro)
BANDUNG, UNIKOM – Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) continues to strengthen its commitment to expanding its international cooperation network through a Cooperation Exploration meeting with Japan’s Garuda Sunrise Co., Ltd., held on Friday, June 19, 2026, in the Grand Meeting Room on the 15th floor of the UNIKOM Smart Building. The event marked a strategic step toward opening opportunities for collaboration in the fields of education, human resource development, and enhancing graduates’ readiness to meet the demands of the international job market.
Garuda Sunrise Co., Ltd. is a company based in Kyoto, Japan, specializing in tourism services and Japanese language education. The company serves as a bridge connecting Indonesia and Japan in the fields of tourism, cultural exchange, and employment opportunities.
Akira Watanabe, Representative Director of Garuda Sunrise Co., Ltd., attended the event accompanied by company staff. The delegation was welcomed by UNIKOM’s leaders, including Prof. Dr. Hj. Umi Narimawati, Dra., S.E., M.Si., M.Pd. (Vice Rector I for Academic and Student Affairs), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Agus Riyanto, S.T., M.T., CSBA. (Vice Rector II for Resources), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soni Mulyawan Setiana, S.Pd., M.Pd., CIRR. (Dean of the Faculty of Humanities), Dr. Pitri Haryanti, S.Pd., M.Pd. (Head of the Japanese Literature Program), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Salmon Priaji Martana, S.T., M.T. (Deputy Director of International Affairs and Cooperation), and lecturers from the Japanese Literature Study Program of UNIKOM.
In her opening remarks, Prof. Dr. Hj. Umi Narimawati, Dra., S.E., M.Si., M.Pd., expressed her appreciation for the visit by Garuda Sunrise Co., Ltd. and welcomed the opportunity for future collaboration. According to her, this partnership is expected to create broader opportunities for both UNIKOM students and alumni to develop their competencies and gain international experience.
“On this occasion, we discussed various opportunities for collaboration, including opportunities for UNIKOM students to work, participate in internship programs, and study the Japanese language. These opportunities are not limited to students in the Japanese Literature Study Program but are also open to all UNIKOM students who have Japanese language skills. In addition, this collaboration is expected to facilitate alumni in pursuing careers in Japan. It is our hope that UNIKOM students will continue to expand their knowledge and experience, thereby strengthening their competitiveness at the global level. UNIKOM will certainly continue to provide its full support for these programs,” said Prof. Umi.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Agus Riyanto, S.T., M.T., CSBA., expressed his hope that the collaboration being explored with Garuda Sunrise Co., Ltd. will soon be formalized through an official partnership. He believes that this collaboration will bring significant benefits to UNIKOM lecturers, students, and alumni who aspire to pursue careers in Japan. “I hope UNIKOM can become a partner of Garuda Sunrise Japan, both through faculty involvement and through alumni who will eventually build their careers in Japan. I also hope this meeting will continue and soon be formalized through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), followed by the implementation of concrete collaborative programs,” he concluded.
Akira Watanabe also expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome extended by UNIKOM. He hopes that this exploratory meeting will serve as the foundation for broader cooperation to support the development of students’ and graduates’ competencies, enabling them to enhance their global competitiveness and access career opportunities in Japan.
The main agenda of the event were benchmarking sessions and interactive discussions exploring various opportunities for cooperation between UNIKOM and Garuda Sunrise Co., Ltd. The discussions highlighted a wide range of potential collaborative initiatives, including the development of international programs, the enhancement of human resource competencies, and the implementation of programs aligned with the needs of industry and the global workforce.
Through this exploratory collaboration, UNIKOM reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its international partnership network as part of its ongoing efforts to improve the quality of higher education responsive to global developments. The synergy with Garuda Sunrise Co., Ltd. is expected to serve as the first step toward implementing various collaborative programs that provide real benefits for students, lecturers, and alumni while supporting the development of outstanding, globally competitive UNIKOM graduates who are ready to excel on the international stage. (Directorate of Hms & Pro)
