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‘The People Here are So Welcoming’: Impressions of Dr. Leon Moosavi to UIII
Jan 15
Dr. Leon Moosavi, a distinguished British expert in decolonial methodologies from the University of Liverpool, UK, recently visited Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII) as part of a decolonial writing workshop funded by the British Academy. His visit was much anticipated, and he shared his first impressions of the campus, the...
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‘UIII Has Potential to Further Development & Growth’: Prof. Camila Prando of Brazil
Jan 15
During her recent visit to Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII), Prof. Camila Prando, a distinguished scholar from the University of Brasilia, shared her thoughts on the university's vibrant academic environment and potential for growth. Specializing in epistemological reform, Prof. Prando’s expertise lies in how knowledge systems...
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UIII Experts Respond to Govt's Plan to Reinstate National Exams
Jan 07
The recent announcement by newly appointed Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Prof. Abdul Mu'ti, regarding the potential reintroduction of the National Exams (Ujian Nasional, or UN) in the 2026 academic year has sparked extensive discussions among education stakeholders. Two education experts from Universitas Islam Internasional...
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The Return of Indonesia’s National Exam: A Step Backward or Forward?
Jan 07
In 2021, Indonesia abolished its national exam (UN), a move once celebrated as a step toward a more holistic and less stressful education system. But now, with plans to reinstate it by the 2026 academic year, a renewed debate is unfolding across the nations. Alpha Amirrachman, PhD, a prominent education expert at the Indonesian International...
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Jusuf Kalla’s Bread Mission: A Lifeline for Aceh’s Tsunami Survivors
Dec 27
JAKARTA — On December 26, 2004, the earth shook violently beneath the Indian Ocean, setting off a tsunami that would devastate Aceh, Indonesia’s northernmost province, and claim more than 230,000 lives across the region. In the midst of this catastrophic event, a remarkable tale of resilience and quick decision-making emerged. H.M. Jusuf...
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Halal But Poisonous? Let’s Talk About Contaminated Food with Wietske Merison
Dec 17
‘Is it halal to eat food contaminated with toxic material?’ This was the provocative question raised by Wietske Merison during her talk at Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII) on December 5, 2024. The event, hosted by Center of Islam and Global Challenges (IGC), the Faculty of Islamic Studies, tackled a hidden but serious problem:...
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An Interdisciplinary Dialogue on Climate Action
Dec 15
In a world increasingly shaped by environmental challenges, the intersection of faith and science emerges as a powerful framework for understanding and addressing climate change. The Faith and Environment seminar on December 11, 2024 at UIII brought together leading thinkers and practitioners to explore this dynamic interplay. The keynote address...
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Volunteering for a Better Tomorrow: Dr. Rizky Wisnoentoro's Call for Action
Dec 12
In an insightful presentation at the International Volunteer Day event, held by the JK Library UIII in collaboration with Australian Volunteers International (AVI) and IndoRelawan, Rizky Wisnoentoro, Ph.D, Head of the MFin in Sustainable Finance program at the Faculty of Economics and Business UIII, explained about the global challenges facing...
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Time for Decentering Islamic Education to Indonesia
Dec 04
Depok, November 26, 2024 – The UIII Faculty of Education hosted a thought-provoking LunchTalk #35 series featuring Andar Nubowo, Ph.D, a distinguished lecturer at the faculty and executive director of Ma’arif Institute. His presentation, delved into the socio-historical dynamics of Islamic education and proposed a compelling vision for...
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The Decline of the West and the Future of World Order
Dec 03
Depok, November 28, 2024 – The Faculty of Social Sciences at Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII) held its 60th BrownBag Series, featuring a special talk by Distinguished Professor Amitav Acharya. The event focused on his book, "The Once and Future World Order: Why Global Civilization Will Survive the Decline of the...
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‘Nation-States as Guardians of Social Order’: Pakistani Senator
Dec 03
Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, a Member of the Senate of Pakistan and the country’s longest-serving Caretaker Prime Minister, delivered a compelling keynote speech at the 3rd Symposium on Muslim Politics in World Society, held by UIII Faculty of Social Sciences (FOSS) on December 2–3, 2024. The symposium, themed “Religious Diversity in an Age...
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Guest Lecture Calls for Revival of Pancasila Among Youth in Digital Era
Nov 23
Depok, November 18, 2024 – Prof. M. Amin Abdullah delivered a powerful guest lecture at UIII Faculty of Education, emphasizing the urgent need to reconnect Indonesian youth with the principles of Pancasila. The lecture, titled “Indonesia’s Philosophy of Pancasila: The Challenges for the Youth Amidst Cultural Shift and Globalization,” was...
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Without Sanctions, Why Should Companies Follow Good Governance?
Nov 15
The UIII Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB UIII) held an insightful seminar on November 8, 2024, featuring Prof. Bambang Shergi Laksmono, Chairman of the Board of Professors at the Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Indonesia. His presentation, titled “The Global Demand of Business Impact on Socio-Economic Development,”...
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Professor Farish Noor and Dr. Alan Chong on the Role of Historical Scholarship
Nov 12
Presentism can be a common trap for researchers in the political sciences, declared Professor Farish Noor, UIII Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Social Sciences (FOSS). He was introducing the historical scholarship of Dr. Alan Chong, a guest lecturer at FOSS’ BrownBag event on November 7, 2024. He could have been paraphrasing iconic...
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A Push to Harness Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom at Indonesian Universities
Nov 10
Yogyakarta, Indonesia — As artificial intelligence steadily reshapes industries worldwide, universities in Indonesia are looking to integrate this transformative technology into the fabric of higher education. This week, senior academic leaders from across the country gathered in Yogyakarta to explore how AI could enhance the learning experience...