BANDUNG, UNIKOM – Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) hosted an educational visit from SMK Al-Huda Bumiayu, Brebes Regency, Central Java. Held at the Miracle Auditorium on the 4th floor of UNIKOM Campus I, the event was part of UNIKOM efforts to introduce the academic environment, learning innovations, and various opportunities for further study to vocational high school students.
During the visit, the delegation from SMK Al-Huda Bumiayu was welcomed by the Head of the Public Relations and Public Information Division, Arif Try Cahyadi, M.Ds., acting on behalf of UNIKOM’s Director of Public Relations and Protocol, Dr. Ir. Yuni Mogot, M.Si., CPR, along with the New Student Admissions Team (PMB) representing the Director of PMB, Yudistira Soegoto, S.Kom., M.Kom.; the Chair of the Information Systems Study Program, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wartika, S.Kom., M.T.; the Chair of the Computer Engineering Study Program, Dr. Susmini Indriani Lestariningati, S.T., M.T.; and officials from UNIKOM’s Directorate of Public Relations and Protocol.
During the interview, the Head of UNIKOM Public Relations and Public Information Division, Arif Try Cahyadi, M.Ds., stated that school visits are one way UNIKOM demonstrates its commitment to strengthening ties with the secondary education sector while providing prospective students with a real-world glimpse into academic life at the university. “The visit by students from SMK Al-Huda Bumi Ayu Brebes to UNIKOM is part of an industry visit program that provides participants with the opportunity to gain information, insights, and inspiration regarding higher education. Through this activity, we hope the students will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of continuing their education at the university level. Vocational high school graduates not only have the opportunity to enter the workforce directly but can also enhance their competencies and competitiveness through higher education in their fields of interest at UNIKOM.
In line with its vision as a Digital Entrepreneurial University and an AI-Ready Campus, UNIKOM continues to provide a learning environment that adapts to advancements in technology, innovation, and artificial intelligence. “We hope UNIKOM can become one of the best options for students at Al-Huda Bumi Ayu Brebes Vocational High School to continue their education. In addition to offering a diverse range of degree programs relevant to industry needs, UNIKOM also provides various scholarship opportunities whether through merit-based scholarships, the Kartu Indonesia Pintar (KIP) Kuliah program, or other scholarship initiatives ensuring that more young people have the chance to pursue a quality higher education,” he concluded.
During the event, participants received a presentation on UNIKOM’s profile, the new student admission system, and the various strengths of its academic programs, delivered by the UNIKOM Admissions Team and the heads of the academic programs. The material presented provided an overview of the curriculum, career prospects for graduates, opportunities for competency development, and UNIKOM’s readiness to address advancements in digital technology and artificial intelligence. The event also featured an interactive question-and-answer session, giving students the opportunity to discuss university life at UNIKOM directly with the speakers.
Meanwhile, the Head of the Computer Networking and Telecommunications Program at SMK Al-Huda Bumiayu, Idha Dwi Kusumawati, S.Kom., expressed her appreciation for the warm welcome extended by UNIKOM and the opportunity for students to gain firsthand learning experiences in a university setting. “Currently, we no longer take the approach that vocational high school graduates must enter the workforce immediately. We also encourage students to continue their education at the university level so they can acquire better competencies and access broader career opportunities. This year, we chose UNIKOM as our visit destination because its academic programs are highly relevant to the specialized competencies taught at SMK Al-Huda Bumiayu, particularly in the field of Computer Networking and Telecommunications Engineering.
Furthermore, Idha noted that 80 students participated in the visit and got to see firsthand the various facilities at UNIKOM, such as the library and the Artificial Intelligence (AI) laboratory a result of UNIKOM collaboration with Google. These facilities were among the highlights of the visit. “This experience certainly provided new insights and motivation for the students to continue developing their competencies in the digital field. We hope this visit will broaden their horizons and encourage more students to pursue their education at UNIKOM a leading university committed to producing graduates capable of meeting the challenges of technological advancements and industry needs,” she concluded. Through this educational visit, UNIKOM once again reaffirms its commitment as a Digital Entrepreneurial University and an AI-Ready Campus that continues to foster collaboration with schools in various regions. This initiative is expected to strengthen the ties between secondary and higher education, while also fostering a new generation of young people who are ready to pursue higher education, innovate, and remain competitive in the era of digital transformation. (Direktorat Hms & Pro)
