SDGs
The University of Mataram’s 100% graduation pledge for its most economically disadvantaged students is a bold commitment to educational equity as the bedrock for defeating poverty (SDG 1). This target acknowledges that true equity requires transforming the entire university ecosystem into a scaffold of support. The narrative here is one of proactive, wraparound care. The university understands that a student worrying about their next meal cannot focus on their studies. Thus, the “Zero Dropout” initiative is built on a foundation of unconditional financial security, ensuring no student has to choose between their education and their survival. But the support extends deeper. ...
The University of Mataram’s ambitious target to achieve 100% graduation for its lowest-income students or below 20% income families is not merely an educational goal; it is a direct, strategic intervention in the cycle of intergenerational poverty, directly advancing SDG 1: No Poverty. This mission redefines equity. It moves beyond mere access—getting students from poor families through the gate—to a robust model of success. The university recognizes that poverty is a multidimensional barrier. Therefore, its strategy is holistic. It involves comprehensive financial aid that covers not just tuition but also accommodation, food, and books, eliminating the economic pressure to drop out. ...
Mataram, University of Mataram — As a concrete step to address agricultural waste issues, the University of Mataram (Unram) Community Empowerment Village Service (KKN PMD) team for the December 2024–February 2025 period introduced an eco-friendly charcoal briquette innovation made from tobacco stem waste. The socialization and practical workshop were held at the KKN Basecamp in Bungtiang Village, West Sakra District, East Lombok, on Friday (10/1/2025). During the opening ceremony, the Head of the Unram KKN PMD Team in Bungtiang Village emphasized the primary focus of the program. “This activity aims to provide a solution to the problem of tobacco stem waste, ...
Mataram, University of Mataram – Dr. Eka S. Prasedya, a lecturer from the University of Mataram (Unram), along with two students from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Hikmaturrohmi and Raden Suherani, participated as part of the Indonesian delegation at the 2025 International Phycological Congress (IPC) held in Bohol, Philippines, from June 8 to 13, 2025. The International Phycological Congress (IPC) is a prestigious global conference in the field of phycology, focusing on research related to macroalgae (seaweed) and microalgae. The congress was first held in 1982 in Canada and has since been conducted regularly every four years. This ...
Mataram, University of Mataram — A strong desire to pursue higher education radiated from participants of the University of Mataram’s Outstanding Underprivileged Admission Track. Despite economic limitations, these prospective students demonstrated remarkable perseverance and achievements in pursuit of their dreams. The program has received widespread appreciation as an inclusive initiative that broadens access to higher education for high-achieving students from underprivileged backgrounds. Yeni Merisna, a graduate of SMA Negeri 1 Pujut, Central Lombok, shared her motivation for choosing the Communication Science Study Program at the University of Mataram. She had been active in student organizations throughout high school and discovered a ...
Mataram, University of Mataram – A total of 54 Rohingya children, currently enrolled at the Baitul Rohmah Rohingya Learning Center in the Malaysia–Thailand border region, participated in an international community service and empowerment program initiated by the University of Mataram, Indonesia, from June 11 to 15, 2025. The program was coordinated by the Research and Community Service Institute (LPPM Unram) and represents a concrete expression of the university’s commitment to inclusivity and global education. With the theme “Dream Beyond Bordersâ€, this activity aims to raise awareness of identity and foster the spirit of dreaming for stateless children, many of whom are ...
Mataram, University of Mataram – University of Mataram (Unram) presented Unram’s leading research with the Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia, Prof. Stella Christie, Ph.D. This activity took place in the Senate Conference Room of the Rectorate on Sunday, May 18, 2025, and became a strategic forum to introduce Unram’s best innovations to national policy makers and international partners. The event was also attended by the Vice Governor of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Province, represented by the Assistant for Government and Welfare Affairs of the NTB Provincial Secretariat, as well as international delegates such ...
Mataram, University of Mataram – PT Bank Tabungan Negara (Persero) Tbk (BTN) of Mataram Branch handed over Water Refill Station to University of Mataram (Unram). This is a form of commitment to BTN’s new vision, Primary Partner in the Financial Empowerment of Indonesian Families and a form of Social and Environmental Responsibility (TJSL). The handover ceremony was conducted by the Head of BTN Mataram Branch Alem Wijaya and Head of the Regional Office (Kanwil) of BTN East Java Bali Nusa Tenggara Carly Tambunan. It was handed over to the Rector of Unram, Prof. Bambang Hari Kusumo, and attended by the Unram ...
Mataram, University of Mataram (Unram) — Students participating in the Community Empowerment Learning and Village Development Program (KKN-PMD) of the University of Mataram (Unram), during the December 2024–February 2025 period, revitalized a mangrove area and carried out mangrove planting in Ketapang Raya, East Lombok, on Tuesday (February 4, 2025). The activity was part of efforts to strengthen coastal ecosystem conservation while raising community awareness of disaster mitigation. Carrying the theme “Prevent Disasters, Save Everyone,” the activity was centered in Toroh Selatan Hamlet, Tanjung Luar Village, with mangrove planting carried out in Kedome Hamlet. More than 100 participants took part, including Unram ...
Mataram, Universitas Mataram – On Friday, February 28, 2025, the University of Mataram (Unram) received a visit from lecturers and students from Central Queensland University (CQU) in the New Colombo Plan program and discussion of potential academic and research collaboration between the two institutions at the Rector’s Conference Room, Unram Rectorate. This visit is a follow-up to the initiation of cooperation that has been conducted at the end of 2024 in Rockhampton, Australia. Unram Rector, Prof. Ir. Bambang Hari Kusumo, M.Agr.St., Ph.D., warmly welcomed the arrival of the CQU delegation. “Welcome to Unram, I hope you enjoy this visit. We can ...
Mataram, University of Mataram – University of Mataram (Unram) held an exhibition of Real Work Study Village Community Empowerment (KKN-PMD) products at the Unram Rectorate Field on Saturday, February 22, 2025. The event was attended by the academic community, KKN students, and KKN field supervisors. The exhibition focused on innovations produced by KKN-PMD students in the context of community empowerment in the villages where they serve. Some of the products produced have their own characteristics and emphasize certain advantages, which attracted the attention of visitors during the event. The products on display showed high creativity, ranging from environmentally friendly products to ...
Mataram, University of Mataram — Students participating in the Community Empowerment Learning and Village Development Program (KKN-PMD) of the University of Mataram (Unram) during the December 2024–February 2025 period promoted the utilization of Sigerongan Village’s fisheries potential in Lingsar District, West Lombok Regency, by developing tilapia into shredded fish. The program aimed to increase the added value of local fisheries products while creating new business opportunities for the village community. The initiative emerged after the students conducted a survey and found that most residents of Sigerongan Village still relied on selling fish as fresh produce or fingerlings. Gatot Triono Senoaji, an Electrical ...