BANDUNG, UNIKOM – As part of its commitment to strengthening the culture of literacy within the university and supporting Indonesia’s National Literacy Movement (Gerakan Literasi Nasional/GLN), the Library Directorate of Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) organized the 2026–2027 UNIKOM Reading Ambassador Selection on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, under the theme “The Harmony of Literacy and Innovation.” Held at the UNIKOM Library Meeting Room, the event brought together Reading Ambassador candidates who had successfully passed the administrative selection stage.
The UNIKOM Reading Ambassador Selection is an annual program organized by the UNIKOM Library Directorate in collaboration with the UNIKOM Reading Ambassador Community. The program serves as a platform to identify and nurture inspiring students who demonstrate a strong commitment to promoting reading habits and information literacy. Through this initiative, UNIKOM continues to foster literacy ambassadors who can encourage the academic community to embrace reading not only as an academic necessity but also as an essential part of personal growth and lifelong learning.
Carrying the theme “The Harmony of Literacy and Innovation,” the event also highlighted the importance of integrating literacy with technological advancement in the digital era. The UNIKOM Library remains committed to introducing innovative approaches to cultivating reading interest, positioning literacy not merely as an academic requirement but as an adaptive, enjoyable, and impactful lifestyle that benefits both the university community and society at large.
The event commenced with a report delivered by Jihan Salsabila as a Chairperson of the Organizing Committee, 2024–2025 UNIKOM Reading Ambassador, and 2025 West Java Reading Ambassador. The opening remarks were then delivered by Ubudiyah Setiawati, S.Sos., M.I.Kom., as a Director of the UNIKOM Library, who emphasized the strategic role of Reading Ambassadors as literacy advocates and agents of change capable of inspiring the entire UNIKOM academic community to strengthen reading habits, broaden knowledge, and develop their potential through a strong culture of literacy.
The selection process for the 2026–2027 UNIKOM Reading Ambassador consisted of three stages. The first stage featured a leadership and Reading Ambassador development session presented by Ikhsan Ripandi, West Java Reading Ambassador, alongside Jihan Salsabila. Following the session, participants took part in a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) designed to enhance their critical thinking, communication, and collaborative problem-solving skills.
The second stage consisted of a written examination aimed at objectively assessing participants’ literacy knowledge and analytical abilities. The final stage involved presentations and interviews, during which each candidate presented proposed literacy programs and innovative initiatives before a panel of judges comprising Yasundari, S.I.Kom., Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adeh Ratna Komala, S.E., M.Si., CERA., and Dr. Asih Prihandini, S.S., M.Hum. In addition to presenting their proposed programs, participants underwent in-depth interviews to demonstrate their motivation, vision, and commitment to serving as UNIKOM Reading Ambassadors.
The event concluded with a comprehensive evaluation process based on participants’ written examination results, FGD performance, presentations, and interviews. Through this rigorous selection process, the UNIKOM Library aims to appoint 2026–2027 UNIKOM Reading Ambassadors who not only possess a strong commitment to advancing literacy culture but are also capable of introducing innovative literacy initiatives while serving as role models and sources of inspiration for the entire Universitas Komputer Indonesia academic community.
UNIKOM Reading Ambassadors are also given the opportunity to represent their respective regions or places of residence in Reading Ambassador competitions at both the provincial and national levels. These opportunities enable them to further develop their leadership capacity, expand professional networks, and promote UNIKOM‘s literacy initiatives on a broader stage. The achievements earned by previous UNIKOM Reading Ambassadors in various competitions demonstrate the university’s ability to produce students who excel and make meaningful contributions to strengthening literacy culture at regional and national levels.
Through the organization of the 2026–2027 UNIKOM Reading Ambassador Selection, UNIKOM once again reaffirms its commitment to fostering an academic ecosystem that is literate, innovative, and responsive to the demands of a rapidly evolving world. The presence of UNIKOM Reading Ambassadors is expected to drive a wide range of literacy programs that contribute to improving the quality of human resources, both within the university and throughout the wider community. (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)
BANDUNG, UNIKOM – The Student Executive Board (BEM) of the Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) has demonstrated the real contribution of students in solving environmental issues through the “Impactful PKM” program. The PKM activity was carried out over one semester from September 2025 to January 2026, presenting innovations in waste shredding technology and an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based Smart Maggot cultivation system as solutions to increase independence and sustainability in waste management in Mekarmanik Village, Cimenyan District, Bandung Regency.
Residents of Mekarmanik have long faced challenges in managing household waste, particularly organic waste that accumulates due to limited shredding equipment and slow decomposition processes. In response to this situation, BEM UNIKOM launched a collaborative program between BEM Nandanasena, the Codelabs Division, and the Labkat Division of UNIKOM, focusing on promoting the application of smart technology that can be directly utilized by the community.
The Impactful PKM Program in Mekarmanik Village was carried out by involving 22 students, including 16 students from BEM Nandasena, 4 students from Codelabs, and 2 students from Labkat, as well as a committee from the UNIKOM study programs of Informatics Engineering, Information Systems, Communication Science, Management, Accounting, and Computerized Accounting, under the direction of the Chief Executive, Andrias Darmayadi, S.IP., M.Si., Ph.D., with Moch Nafis Azhar as the person in charge of the activity, and guided and accompanied by UNIKOM lecturers, including Dr. Hj. Supriyati, S.E., M.Si., Ak., CA., ASEAN CPA., C.PI., CIAP, AMKI., and Dian Dharmayanti, S.T., M.Kom. Cross-disciplinary collaboration was implemented to ensure each stage of the activity was carried out effectively and on target.
The series of program activities began with the handover of an automatic waste shredder and an AI-based maggot cultivation system to the Mekarmanik Village Government. This innovation received a positive response from residents because it not only speeds up the process of managing organic waste but also produces outputs that can be reused, such as maggot feed and organic fertilizer.
In her speech, Dr. Supriyati emphasized the importance of utilizing appropriate technology to create an independent and empowered environment. “We hope that this tool will not only be a solution for waste management, but also trigger a change in people’s mindset about the importance of recycling and environmental independence,” she said.
Meanwhile, support also came from the village government. The Head of Mekarmanik Village, Mr. Nanang, expressed his appreciation for UNIKOM contribution. He considered that the presence of waste shredding technology was the answer to the problem of organic waste management that had been burdening residents. Expressions of gratitude were also conveyed by the Heads of RW 04 and RW 05 as well as the Secretary of Karang Taruna RW 04, who had directly experienced the benefits of this tool.
After the handover of the equipment, the activity continued with training on the use of waste shredding equipment, the theory and practice of maggot cultivation, and the application of the “AI-based Smart Maggot” system. The training used a hands-on method so that residents could understand the maggot cultivation cycle and become skilled in developing the processing system independently. An educational game session was also held to ensure residents’ ability to apply the knowledge they had been given.
Appreciation for the program was evident from the enthusiasm of the residents and the village government. The Secretary of Mekarmanik Village hopes that the PKM activities can continue until the evaluation stage in the third year, as a commitment to maintaining the sustainability of technology-based waste management.
The Impactful PKM program also strengthens the implementation of UNIKOM Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi (Three Pillars of Higher Education), particularly in the aspect of community service. The application of waste shredding technology and AI-based Smart Maggots in Mekarmanik Village is expected to become a model of independent, productive, and sustainable village-level environmental innovation.
Through the Impactful PKM Program, UNIKOM affirms that collaboration between academics and the community can produce real solutions that not only address environmental issues but also open new economic opportunities for the community. The program marks the first step toward smarter and more competitive environmental management. (Directorate of Hms & Pro)
