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Mataram, University of Mataram — Knowledge knows no national boundaries, and collaboration creates opportunities for its benefits to reach more people. Through stronger international partnerships, the University of Mataram (Unram) continues to expand opportunities for its academic community to exchange expertise, conduct joint research, and develop innovations that address global challenges. This commitment was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Unram and Beijing Wuzi University (BWU), China, at the Rector’s Meeting Room, Unram Rectorate, on Monday, 2 November 2026. The signing marks a follow-up to Unram’s delegation visit to several universities in China from 28 August ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — The King Sejong Institute (KSI) Mataram Branch held a Hangeul Day celebration on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Meeting Room of the University of Mataram (Unram) Library, 3rd Floor. The event commemorated the creation of Hangeul, the Korean writing system, while introducing its history and unique features to Korean language learners through a hands-on activity in which participants created personalized name stamps using Hangeul characters. In his opening remarks, Director of KSI Mataram, Dr. Baharuddin, M.Hum., expressed his hope that the activity would help learners become more familiar with the Korean writing system. He noted ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — The JHL Merah Putih Kasih Foundation awarded its 2026 Kelapa Scholarships to 100 students of the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Mataram (Unram) on Monday, November 2, 2026. The scholarship handover ceremony took place in the Senate Meeting Room at the Unram Rectorate as part of the foundation’s commitment to supporting continued access to education and human resource development in the agricultural sector. Unram Rector Prof. Dr. Sukardi, M.Pd., expressed his appreciation and gratitude to the JHL Merah Putih Kasih Foundation for its support of Unram students. He noted that scholarships play an important ...

Mataram, University of Mataram – Universitas Mataram (Unram), through its Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP), officially opened the 8th International Conference on Education and Social Sciences (ICESS) on Thursday (October 29, 2026). Held in a hybrid format on October 29–30, 2026, the international conference is centered at the Golden Palace Hotel in Mataram under the theme “Advancing Sustainable Education and Social Sciences for Societal Transformation: Bridging Research, Innovation, and Community Engagement.” ICESS 2026 brought together more than 320 participants and academics from 31 institutions across eight countries: Indonesia, the Philippines, Russia, Spain, Uzbekistan, Malaysia, India, and Taiwan. The conference ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — Three lecturers and seven students from the Faculty of Food Technology and Agroindustry (Fatepa) at the University of Mataram (Unram) participated in a three-day lecturer and student mobility program at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) from October 28 to 30, 2026. The program aimed to advance partnerships established over the past several years while introducing lecturers and students to an international academic environment. On the first day of this outbound mobility program, several key activities took place. The agenda began with participation in a class at BERNAS (Padiberas Nasional Berhad), a company whose role is comparable to ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — The University of Mataram (Unram) held a ceremony commemorating the 98th Youth Pledge Day, combined with the presentation of Satyalancana Karya Satya awards to 276 lecturers and administrative staff, at the Unram Rectorate Field on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The event served as an opportunity to strengthen national spirit while recognizing the dedication of civil servants in supporting the advancement of higher education. During the ceremony, Unram Rector Prof. Dr. Sukardi, M.Pd., read the address of Indonesia’s Minister of Youth and Sports for the Youth Pledge Day commemoration, which carried the theme “Patriotic, Resilient, Empathetic: Youth ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — Three students from the University of Mataram (Unram) have brought pride to their university after being selected to represent West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) in the Class of Climate Leaders 2026 program and winning a Mini Grant Award worth Rp20 million. The award supports youth-led initiatives to raise public awareness and encourage community participation in addressing climate change. The three students are Nuria Sanjana from the International Relations Study Program, Faculty of Law, Social Sciences and Political Science; Baja Mytiara Wulan Safitri from the Marine Science Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture; and I Made Hari Ananta from ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — Taking the Hippocratic Oath marks the transition from medical education to greater professional responsibility. Having completed years of academic study and clinical training, graduates are now preparing to enter a profession that demands scientific knowledge, practical skills, and an unwavering commitment to serving the public. This responsibility was embraced by 14 new doctors from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FKIK) at the University of Mataram (Unram), who took the 58th Hippocratic Oath at Prime Park Hotel and Convention on Tuesday, 27 October 2026. With these 14 new graduates, Unram has now produced a total ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — Against the breathtaking agricultural landscape at the foothills of Mount Rinjani, academics and farmers came together for the second-day field trip of the 2nd International Horticulture Symposium on Friday, 23 October 2026, in the Sembalun Agrotourism Area, East Lombok. Beyond the scenery, the visit created an opportunity to exchange knowledge, learn from farmers’ experiences, and explore collaborative pathways for the future of highland horticulture. Professors and academics from Taiwan, Malaysia, and Indonesia including representatives from IPB University, Brawijaya University, Bengkulu University, the University of Mataram (Unram), and other higher education institutions met directly with Sembalun farmers. ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — The global agricultural sector is at a critical crossroads as climate change poses an increasingly tangible threat. According to 2023 data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), agriculture and global food systems contribute approximately 10% to 14.3% of total global anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This figure can rise to between 21% and 37% when the entire food system supply chain is taken into account. Overall, global agricultural emissions are estimated at 10.89 to 11.50 gigatons of carbon dioxide equivalent (GtCO₂eq) annually. Meanwhile, the Provincial Government of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) has set a target ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — The University of Mataram (Unram), in collaboration with Indonesia’s Ministry of Health, conducted a mentoring session on implementing the Healthy Campus initiative at higher education institutions as part of a pilot test of the Healthy Campus Information System. The event was held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, in the Rector’s Meeting Room on the second floor of Unram’s Rectorate Building. The initiative aims to strengthen the implementation of healthy campus programs at universities, addressing both physical and mental health. In his opening remarks, Unram Vice Rector for Finance, Prof. Akmaluddin, S.T., M.Sc.(Eng)., Ph.D., reaffirmed the university’s ...

Mataram, University of Mataram — Following the fire that struck Sade Traditional Hamlet in Rembitan Village, Central Lombok Regency, on 22 August 2026, the University of Mataram (Unram) promptly mobilised to support recovery efforts, particularly through direct coordination with the West Nusa Tenggara Provincial Government (Pemprov NTB). This response reflects Unram’s commitment, concern, and sense of responsibility towards Sade as an iconic cultural tourism destination. By early October 2026, Unram’s Sade Rapid Response Team (Tim Cepat Tanggap or TCT) had conducted field surveys and mapping, and prepared technical designs and a Budget Plan (Rencana Anggaran Biaya or RAB) to contribute to ...