Educational Visit from SMA Islam Hidayatullah Semarang to FEB Undip

The Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Diponegoro (FEB Undip), welcomed its first school visit of 2026 from students of SMA Islam Hidayatullah Banyumanik, Semarang, on Thursday, January 8, 2026. This visit was part of an early introduction to higher education, aimed at providing students with an initial overview of the academic environment at the university level. On this occasion, the Vice Dean for Resources of FEB Undip, Dr. Wahyu Meiranto, S.E., Akt., M.Si., delivered a presentation on higher education and shared comprehensive information about Universitas Diponegoro, with particular emphasis on the Faculty of Economics and Business. Through this session, the students were expected to gain valuable insights to support their planning for further education. The Principal of SMA Islam Hidayatullah Semarang, Etik Ningsih, S.Pd., who expressed her appreciation and gratitude to FEB Undip for providing the opportunity for students to visit and gain a closer understanding of higher education. She highlighted the visit as a valuable experience, allowing students to directly observe the academic atmosphere at one of Indonesia’s leading universities. This visit reflects FEB Undip’s commitment to supporting educational literacy and expanding access to information for prospective students, while also strengthening the faculty’s role as an inclusive higher education institution dedicated to the development of future generations.

FEB Undip Strengthens International Collaboration Through Staff Mobility Program at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa

The Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Diponegoro (FEB Undip), has successfully completed a Staff Mobility Program at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in Cape Town, South Africa. The delegation, represented by Prof. Dr. Indah Susilowati, M.Sc. and Prof. Dr. Faisal, S.E., M.Si., Dean of FEB Undip, participated in the Land, Life and Society International Conference, held from 7–9 October 2025. The international conference brought together scholars and researchers from various countries to discuss the theme “Politics of Land and Resource Contestation in the Era of Global and Local Crises.” The event served as a platform for sharing insights and experiences on land governance, socio-ecological resilience, and sustainable development amid global challenges. During the conference, Prof. Indah Susilowati delivered a presentation titled: “V2V Action Research for Adaptation to Climate Change and Disruptive Shocks: Revitalising Local Wisdom, Culture, and Traditions (LWCT) on the North Coast of Central Java, Indonesia.” Her presentation highlighted Undip’s community-based research initiatives focused on strengthening local adaptive capacities through the revitalization of cultural and traditional practices to respond to climate and socio-economic disruptions. In addition to participating in the conference, the delegation also engaged in a series of academic discussions and collaborative meetings with UWC faculty members to explore potential long-term cooperation in research, teaching, and academic exchanges. Dean Prof. Faisal emphasized that the program has been a valuable opportunity to expand Undip’s global academic network and strengthen its position as a World Class University. “This collaboration not only enhances academic partnerships but also promotes intercultural understanding and supports Undip’s mission to contribute to global knowledge production,” stated Prof. Faisal. The University of the Western Cape (UWC), known for its strong commitment to social justice and sustainable development, shares common academic values with Undip. The synergy between both institutions is expected to pave the way for future initiatives such as joint research, faculty and student exchanges, and collaborative publications. Through this successful staff mobility program, Undip reaffirms its commitment to international engagement and continuous improvement of academic excellence, contributing actively to global discussions on sustainability, resilience, and inclusive development.