BANDUNG, UNIKOM – An atmosphere of enthusiasm and camaraderie marked the celebration of the 81st Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia, held in conjunction with the 26th Anniversary of the Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the UNIKOM Dago Campus Field. More than just an annual ceremony, the event served as a moment for the UNIKOM academic community to strengthen unity, maintain physical fitness, and celebrate UNIKOM’s journey as it enters its 26th year.
The event was held under the theme “United for Action, Great for Innovation.” The event was attended by UNIKOM’s Rector, Prof. 3 Prof. HC. Dr. Ir. Eddy Soeryanto Soegoto, M.T., university leadership, deans, directors, department chairs, faculty members, staff, students, the organizing committee, and representatives from BNI Region 04 as a supporting partner.
The Director of General Administration and Chair of the Organizing Committee for UNIKOM’s 26th Anniversary and Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adeh Ratna Komala, S.E., M.Si., CERA., expressed her gratitude in her report and opening remarks for the successful hosting of the event, which brought together the entire UNIKOM academic community in an atmosphere of unity. She emphasized that the spirit of “United for Action, Great for Innovation” was a key message of the event. Unity is not only essential for the success of an event but also serves as a vital foundation for fostering a culture of work and innovation within the UNIKOM community.
The series of celebrations featured a variety of activities, ranging from a fun walk to competitions. During the fun walk, participants also had the opportunity to compete in costume and cheerleading categories. Meanwhile, three competitions were held: Meres Cai, Alung Balon, and Meral Karet, each accompanied by attractive prizes for the winners.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adeh also expressed his appreciation to all parties who supported the event, particularly BNI as the main sponsor, UNIKOM’s leadership, deans and heads of departments, the organizing committee, and all participants. According to him, the event was not merely a formal agenda but an opportunity to meet, interact, and strengthen camaraderie within the UNIKOM community.
The spirit of collaboration was also emphasized by BNI representative Himawan Susanto Nugraha, RCEO of BNI Region 04. In his remarks, he offered congratulations and best wishes for the success of UNIKOM’s 26th Anniversary as well as the 81st Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia. The BNI representative expressed hope that UNIKOM would continue to develop into a leading institution of higher education in the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and information and communication technology, with a global perspective and an entrepreneurial spirit. Additionally, he expressed appreciation for the trust UNIKOM has placed in BNI over the past two decades. It is hoped that this collaboration will continue and grow, thereby providing broader benefits for students, the community, and regional development.
Meanwhile, UNIKOM’s Rector, Prof. 3 Prof. HC. Dr. Ir. Eddy Soeryanto Soegoto, M.T., stated in his opening remarks that the fun walk is an important part of maintaining physical fitness. According to him, a healthy and fit body will support the entire academic community in carrying out their daily activities and duties. Prof. Eddy also encouraged all participants to enjoy the entire event until its conclusion. Various prizes and door prizes were prepared to add to the festive atmosphere of the celebration. With great enthusiasm, the Rector led the participants in chanting the motivational slogan, “UNIKOM, excel, excel, excel!” which was then joyfully echoed by all participants. After delivering his remarks, the Rector officially opened the 81st Indonesian Independence Day and UNIKOM’s 26th Anniversary celebrations by sending off the participants of the health walk and joining them on the walk all the way to the finish line at the UNIKOM Dago Campus Field.
Following the opening ceremony, all participants along with the Rector, university leadership, and invited guests took part in the approximately 5-kilometer health walk, which passed through the Dipatiukur, Ir. H. Juanda, Dago, and surrounding areas. The two-hour event served as a key highlight of the celebrations while also providing an opportunity to foster camaraderie and maintain physical fitness. The festive atmosphere of the health walk was further enhanced by cheers from various participant groups representing numerous institutions, academic programs, and units within the UNIKOM community. The creativity, unity, and enthusiasm of each group were evident throughout the event, transforming the health walk into more than just a physical activity it became a platform for building camaraderie and strengthening a sense of family among the UNIKOM academic community.
The festivities then continued with a number of competitions, namely Meres Cai, Alung Balon, and Meral Karet. Each competition lasted 30 minutes and served as an opportunity for participants to demonstrate their teamwork, creativity, and competitive spirit in a joyful atmosphere.
The celebration of Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day and UNIKOM 26th anniversary served as a moment to reaffirm the spirit of togetherness while celebrating UNIKOM’s 26-year journey. Across the campus, the spirit of independence and pride in the alma mater merged into a single atmosphere: united in action, exceptional in innovation, and on the path to becoming an AI-Ready Campus and a Digital Entrepreneurial University (Directorate of Hms & Pro).


