UNAIR lecturer highlights Indonesia’s lack of semiconductor production
UNAIR NEWS – Despite Indonesia’s potential to emerge as a major semiconductor producer, the country continues to lag behind. This concern was raised during a guest lecture hosted by the American Corner at Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR), titled Semiconductors: The Mother of All 21st Century Technology. The event took place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at […]
Accreditation of two FTMM study programs upgraded
UNAIR NEWS – The Independent Accreditation Board for Informatics and Computing (LAM INFOKOM) has announced the results of its field assessment for two study programs under Universitas Airlangga’s Faculty of Advanced Technology and Multidiscipline (FTMM). The programs—Data Science and Technology (TSD) and Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Engineering (TRKB)—earned a “Very Good” accreditation rating, effective from […]
Bringing local voices to the global stage: Arin’s journey at an international forum
UNAIR NEWS – Hayyundasari Brillianza Arintra, known as Arin, made her mark on the international stage with a valuable learning experience. The Universitas Airlangga sociology student represented Indonesia as a delegate at two global gatherings—the Regent Asia Summit (RAS) and the ASEAN Undergraduate Symposium (AUS). Both forums, held in Singapore, gave her the chance to […]
AUN Summer Camp: ASEAN students collaborate to preserve the ocean through mangrove planting
UNAIR NEWS – Airlangga Global Engagement (AGE), in collaboration with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (FKH), organized the ASEAN University Network (AUN) Summer Camp: Airlangga Adventure (AIRVENTURE 2025). Held from August 11–20, 2025, the program was carried out with ASEAN under the theme Protecting Marine Biodiversity. It was designed to support internationalization while expanding academic […]
Payment ID launch postponed, UNAIR expert highlights digital literacy and cybersecurity
UNAIR NEWS – Bank Indonesia’s plan to roll out the Payment ID system on August 17, 2025, has been put on hold. The system, based on the National Identity Number (NIK), is designed to serve as a single gateway for recording individual financial transactions. Although delayed, the proposal has sparked a range of responses. One […]
UNAIR accelerates health impact through REACH Research Center
UNAIR NEWS – Research plays a vital role in advancing knowledge, and Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) continues to strengthen this mission. Among its research centers, the Research Center in Advancing Community Healthcare (REACH) focuses on improving community health through studies, education, and the application of best practices. Founded in 2021, REACH grew out of UNAIR’s community […]
Murdoch University explores academic collaboration in visit to UNAIR
UNAIR NEWS – Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) welcomed a delegation from Murdoch University, Australia, in an official visit that also included the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two institutions. The event was held Tuesday (Aug. 19, 2025) in the Plenary Meeting Room, 4th Floor, UNAIR Management Office, MERR-C Campus. Among the attendees […]
7th Mangrove Festival: UNAIR community and alumni support SDGs through action
UNAIR NEWS – Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR), in partnership with the East Java Provincial Government, participated in the 7th Mangrove Festival 2025. The event took place on Tuesday (Aug. 19, 2025) at Tambak Bahak Beach, Curah Dringu Village, Tongas District, Probolinggo Regency. The Mangrove Festival has become an important campaign for climate change mitigation. Since its […]
AIRVENTURE international students join UNAIR in celebrating Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day
UNAIR NEWS – Indonesia’s Independence Day remains a sacred occasion celebrated nationwide each year, and Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) is no exception. To mark the country’s 80th Independence Day, UNAIR held a flag-hoisting ceremony that was both solemn and lively. The ceremony was staged at UNAIR’s rectorate courtyard on the MERR-C campus, Sunday (Aug. 17, 2025). […]
UNAIR Communication scholar highlights the importance of quality standards in national animation works
UNAIR NEWS – The animated film Merah Putih: One for All has recently sparked public debate. Intended to promote nationalism and unity, the project was expected to instill pride in local animation. Yet, concerns over its visual quality—seen by many as falling short of industry standards—have drawn both praise and criticism, particularly regarding how effectively […]
Equating taxes with zakat: UNAIR lecturer warns against oversimplification
UNAIR NEWS – Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati’s recent remark that taxes are as noble as zakat and waqf has stirred public debate. Some praised the statement as a reminder of taxation’s role in national development, while others warned it could cause confusion, particularly among religious communities. Theological perspective Dr. Irham Zaki, S.Ag., M.EI., a […]
UNAIR holds 80th Independence Day Ceremony, urges students to become innovators
UNAIR NEWS – Universitas Airlangga commemorated Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day with a flag-hoisting ceremony at the MERR-C Campus Management Office courtyard on Sunday (Aug. 17, 2025). The event brought together the academic community to celebrate a milestone in the nation’s history. Rector Prof. Muhammad Madyan reminded participants that independence should not only be remembered but […]
