BANDUNG, UNIKOM — Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) officially sent off 560 students participating in the 2026 UNIKOM Impact Community Service Program (KKN) to contribute directly to the community, specifically by supporting waste management in Coblong Subdistrict, Bandung City, under the theme “Tracked Waste, Organized Environment.” Held at the UNIKOM Dago Campus Field, the event was attended by the UNIKOM Rector and Chair of the West Java APTISI, Prof. 3. Prof. HC. Dr. Ir. Eddy Soeryanto Soegoto, M.T., Vice Rector I for Academic and Student Affairs Prof. Dr. Hj. Umi Narimawati, Dra., S.E., M.Si., M.Pd., the Field Supervisors (DPL), and all participants of the UNIKOM 2026 Impactful Community Service Program.
UNIKOM Rector, Prof. 3 Prof. HC. Dr. Ir. Eddy Soeryanto Soegoto, M.T., in his remarks, expressed his pride in the enthusiasm, unity, and integrity of the students who will carry out the Impactful Community Service Program. According to him, this activity is not merely an academic agenda but a tangible form of student contribution to the community as well as support for the West Java Provincial Government’s program to address waste management issues. “I am very pleased and proud of the solidarity shown by the community and UNIKOM students, as well as the integrity they have demonstrated. Today, I officially send off UNIKOM students to carry out their KKN in the field,” said Prof. Eddy.
Furthermore, Prof. Eddy emphasized that UNIKOM students are expected to serve as pioneers and role models for other universities in raising public awareness about waste management. Students are not only asked to help manage waste directly but also to educate the community on the importance of sorting waste by type, such as residual waste and plastic. “Most importantly, the government has asked our students to educate the community on how to sort waste—distinguishing between residual waste, plastic, and other categories. This will help foster a habit within our community, particularly in Coblong,” Prof. Eddy stressed.
According to him, the habit of sorting waste at the community level will make a significant contribution to creating a cleaner environment while also helping the government resolve waste management issues. Prof. Eddy also noted that UNIKOM’s Impact-Driven Community Service Program is expected to serve as a model that can be replicated by other private universities in West Java. As Chair of APTISI West Java, Prof. Eddy outlined plans to encourage other universities to follow the example set by UNIKOM students in addressing environmental issues. “These UNIKOM students serve as a model for other private universities throughout West Java to emulate,” he stated.
The program was designed with a regional approach, in which universities take on the role of mentoring a single subdistrict. UNIKOM selected Coblong Subdistrict as the implementation area because it is located in the vicinity of the campus. At the end of his remarks, Prof. Eddy expressed hope that the best practices carried out by UNIKOM students in Coblong could eventually be developed and shared with other universities, both in West Java and across various regencies and cities. In addition, he also noted that the local government has recognized the role of UNIKOM students in helping to resolve community issues. According to him, UNIKOM’s involvement in this program aligns with the government’s hope that higher education institutions not only serve as educational institutions but also have a tangible impact on their surrounding communities.
Meanwhile, the First Vice Rector for Academic and Student Affairs, who also serves as the Executive Chair of UNIKOM’s Impactful Community Service Program (KKN Berdampak), Prof. Dr. Hj. Umi Narimawati, Dra., S.E., M.Si., M.Pd., expressed her appreciation to all students, academic programs, faculty members, and field supervisors who supported the implementation of the program. She emphasized that the Impact-Driven Community Service Program (KKN Berdampak) is a manifestation of UNIKOM’s commitment to the community and a means for students to learn firsthand from real-world challenges. “This is a manifestation of UNIKOM’s commitment and love for its students. We learn in the real community,” she said.
Prof. Umi explained that the Impactful Community Service Program (KKN Berdampak) is not merely an activity to “clean up trash,” but rather a learning process that encourages students to understand and help solve various community issues. This program is also being integrated into the curriculum. The academic credit load for KKN can be adjusted according to each study program; in fact, some programs have proposed up to approximately 20 SKS. This demonstrates strong support from various degree programs at UNIKOM for the Impactful Community Service Program. “It’s not just about solving a single problem, but addressing the various challenges facing the community,” explained Prof. Umi.
For the 2026 Impactful Community Service Program, UNIKOM dispatched 560 students to participate in activities in Coblong Subdistrict. This number reflects UNIKOM’s commitment to making a broader contribution to the waste management program in the city of Bandung. The students will be accompanied by Field Supervisors, who play a crucial role in guiding, directing, and evaluating the implementation of activities in the field.
Prof. Umi urged all students to maintain discipline, abide by the rules in the areas where they are assigned, and uphold the reputation of their alma mater. “Maintain proper conduct and uphold the good name of UNIKOM, which we all love. Share the positive aspects of UNIKOM while you’re there,” she told the students. She also reminded them to comply with all administrative requirements and KKN activities, including filling out attendance sheets and preparing reports.
The send-off ceremony was marked by the symbolic dismissal of the “KKN Berdampak” students by the UNIKOM Rector. Two student representatives Arkan Ghifari from the Architecture Engineering program and Renata Rufaidah from the International Relations program stepped forward to participate in the send-off ceremony, which included the presentation of program insignia and the handover of ID cards. Following the ceremony, the UNIKOM 2026 “KKN Berdampak” students were officially sent off to carry out their community service.
Through the 2026 Impactful Community Service Program, UNIKOM hopes that students will be able to make measurable and sustainable contributions to the community. In addition to providing education on waste sorting and management, students are expected to serve as agents of change who raise public awareness and encourage the development of lifestyle habits that are more environmentally conscious. Guided by the motto “Tracked Waste, Organized Environment,” 560 UNIKOM Impact Community Service Program students are ready to carry out their duties in Coblong Subdistrict, bringing their academic enthusiasm, social commitment, and the good name of their alma mater to create a positive impact on the community. (Directorate of Hms & Pro)




