BANDUNG, UNIKOM – Universitas Komputer Indonesia (UNIKOM) continues to demonstrate its commitment to expanding its network and strengthening international cooperation. On Monday, October 6, 2025, UNIKOM received an honorary visit from Professor Mohamad Bashar Arafat, Ph.D., founder and President of the Civilizations Exchange and Cooperation Foundation (CECF) United States, a non-profit organization focused on bringing together cross-cultural communities to promote peace, mutual respect, and cooperation between civilizations.
The event was held in the Grand Meeting Room on the 15th floor of the UNIKOM Smart Building and was attended by UNIKOM officials representing the Rector of UNIKOM, Prof. Dr. Ir. H. Eddy Soeryanto Soegoto, M.T., including the Vice Rector I for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof. Dr. Hj. Umi Narimawati, Dra., SE., M.Si., Vice Rector II for Resources, Assoc. Prof. Agus Riyanto, S.T., M.T., CSBA, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Prof. Dr. Siti Kurnia Rahayu, S.E. M.Ak., Ak, CA., Director of General Administration, Assoc. Prof. Adeh Ratna Komala, S.E., M.Si, CERA, Director of International Programs, Dr. Senny Luckyardi, S. P., M.M., Director of International Affairs & Cooperation, Dr. Inta Budi Setya Nusa, SE., M.Ak., Deputy Director of International Affairs & Cooperation, Dr. Salmon Priaji Martana, S.T., M.T., Director of PASDP, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Isniar Budiarti, S.E., M.Si., Head of Management Study Program, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Raeni Dwi Santy, S.E., M.SI, CIMA., Head of the Undergraduate of Accounting Program, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sri Dewi Anggadini, S.E., M.Si., Ak., CA., Head of the Diploma III Accounting Program, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wati Aris Astuti, S.E., M.Si,. Ak., CA., Head of the Marketing and Banking Management Program Dr. Rizki Zulfikar, S.E., M.Si., and Head of the UNIKOM Cooperation Division, Dr. Henike Primawanti, S.IP., M.I.Pol.
The discussion was lively and productive, with the main agenda focusing on CECF programs and long-term collaboration plans between CECF and UNIKOM. Both parties highlighted the importance of higher education in shaping a young generation with a global outlook, cultural tolerance, and a spirit of peaceful diplomacy.
The results of the discussion between the President of CECF and UNIKOM included various forms of strategic collaboration, such as guest lecture programs, student exchange programs, and a number of non-academic activities oriented towards character development, global leadership, and strengthening international networks. These initiatives are expected to support UNIKOM in realizing its vision of becoming a World Class University (WCU) by expanding the scope of global cooperation and increasing international exposure for students and academics.
Professor Arafat appreciated UNIKOM efforts in continuing to open up opportunities for international cooperation based on humanitarian values. He emphasized that education plays a crucial role in building bridges between nations and fostering cross-cultural understanding that can reduce conflict and strengthen social cohesion.
Vice Rector I for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof. Umi, said that in the future there will be many opportunities for collaboration offered by Prof. Arafat to UNIKOM. In addition, in January, Prof. Arafat will be a guest speaker at a seminar in Bali, in which UNIKOM lecturers will also participate. Furthermore, Prof. Umi expressed her appreciation and gratitude to Prof. Arafat for his support and cooperation initiatives, which are expected to further strengthen UNIKOM’s steps in realizing its vision of becoming a WCU.
The Director of International Programs, Dr. Senny, and the Director of International Affairs & Cooperation, Dr. Inta, also expressed their expectations that this visit would further expand UNIKOM’s networking and strengthen its international cooperation, especially with partners in the United States (US).
After the official meeting, Professor Arafat also had the opportunity to visit the UNIKOM Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) Graduation Ceremony, which was taking place in the Miracle Auditorium, 4th Floor, UNIKOM Campus 1. In front of the students, he delivered an inspiring message about the importance of being agents of peace and tolerance in an increasingly connected global world.
This visit is expected to be the first step toward establishing a strategic partnership between UNIKOM and CECF, particularly in the development of international programs, cultural exchanges, and collaborative research activities aimed at building a peaceful, inclusive, and highly competitive global society. (Directorate of Hms & Pro)







