Brawijaya University: Nurturing Excellence and Innovation in Higher Education

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Brawijaya University Nurturing Excellence and
Innovation in Higher Education
Established on July 11, 1961, Universitas
Brawijaya is one of Indonesia's prominent
universities. Boasting over 60,000 students on
several campuses in Malang, Jakarta, and Kediri,
the institution offers a range of vocational,
bachelor's, master's, doctoral, professional, and
medical specialist programs. The university is
well-equipped with academic resources,
encompassing libraries, laboratories (LSIH and
LSSR), Research and Community Services (LPPM),
Educational Development (LP2), QA Center (LPM),
International Office, Bioscience Institute, UB
Press, UB Media and Communication Group,
Integrated Labs, UB Forest, Agrotechnopark, and
the Center of Disability Studies and
Services. In addition to academic activities,
the university fosters a vibrant student
community with various activity groups and
facilities, including Pertamina Sports Arena,
Pertamina Sports Clubhouse, Samantha Krida Hall,
Widyaloka Hall, football fields, and other
amenities at the Dieng Campus. Supporting
facilities include a Bus Fleet, Student
Dormitories, an Employee Co-op, an International
Student Dormitory, a Bank and ATM Center, a Post
Office, a Raden Patah Mosque, a Composting
Facility, and a Halal Canteen. The university
also provides Alumni Associations, a Career and
Entrepreneurship Development Unit, and a Business
Incubator for alums. Keeping pace with the
modern era, UB provides IT and computer
facilities, including an Academic Information
System, Registration and Student Selection
Information System, New Student Admission Online
Information System, Integrated Service
Information Portal (GAPURA), Student Academic
Information System, and Decision Support System,
with large internet bandwidth available. The
University also supports the safety and health
of its people with facilities like Firefighting
and Rescue, Ambulance, Health Clinic, UB
Hospital, and e-counseling. Aligning Programs
with Industry Needs UB consistently looks up to
global benchmarks in higher education, drawing
inspiration from institutions like the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and
the National University of Singapore (NUS).
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Their commitment to research, innovation, and
global collaboration profoundly influences UB's
academic and operational philosophies. To align
its programs with industry requirements,
Universitas Brawijaya (UB) actively fosters
strong collaborations with the private sector.
The university constantly revises its curricula
according to market trends and engages in
ongoing dialogues with industry leaders. This
innovative approach ensures UB's graduates are
academically proficient and industry-ready.
Notably, the Universitas Brawijaya has
established a business holding on campus to
oversee the utilization of research findings in
industry and facilitate collaboration with
various sectors. Furthermore, the university
reinforces its ties with the industry by
establishing an emerging corporate laboratory.
This initiative further enhances UB's
capabilities for industry collaboration. Innovat
ion is the Key UB nurtures a culture of research
excellence by providing robust support systems
for its faculty and students. These include
research grants, mentorship programs, and
state-of-the-art facilities. The University's AI
Centre boasts a supercomputer, while laboratory
equipment and instruments are available at both
the university and faculty levels, fostering
resource-sharing among academics. Collaboration
with industry and international researchers is a
prerequisite for UB's research funding,
resulting in the publication of high impact
papers in leading international journals. This
environment encourages innovative research and
scholarly publications. Presently, UB is
actively engaged in cutting-edge research in IT
and management. Notably, UB's research center
collaborates on national and international
projects with a sharp focus on leveraging
technology to address pressing social issues.
These initiatives are critical in advancing
knowledge and offering practical solutions to
real-world problems. UB's research output
annually contributes to approximately 1600 papers
and patents, many of which serve as prototypes
and/or products for industry partners. Helping
Students Achieve Global Standards Over 60 of
UB's study programs are internationally
accredited to help students achieve global
standards. The university provides its students
and faculty valuable international exposure
through various programs and initiatives. These
include exchange programs for students and
faculty collaborations on international research
projects, participation in global conferences and
workshops, and international classes for
international students. UB's collaborations span
continents, with partnerships with universities
in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. These
alliances facilitate mutual learning and
exposure, enriching UB's academic environment and
broadening its global perspective. Looking at
the Future UB's academic offerings center on
constant improvement. The university consistently
evaluates and updates its curricula, integrating
emerging trends and technologies while adopting
global best practices. Additionally, its feedback
mechanism from stakeholders ensures the institute
remains adaptive and responsive to
changes. Looking ahead, the university aspires
to position itself as a leading global
institution known for its impactful research,
innovative teaching methods, and extensive
community engagement. Universitas Brawijaya is
fully committed to expanding its international
collaborations, enhancing its research
capabilities, and fostering a sustainable and
inclusive educational environment. About the
Rector
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Professor Widodo, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., MedSc,
serves as the rector of Universitas Brawijaya.
With a distinguished career spanning two
decades, Prof. Widodo has devoted his life to
advancing global health by bridging the gap
between ancient wisdom and contemporary
science. Hailing from Indonesia, Prof. Widodo is
renowned for his groundbreaking work in
pharmacogenomics, particularly in the context of
traditional Indonesian herbal medicines. Prof.
Widodo's research has validated the scientific
basis of traditional remedies and paved the way
for the development of innovative therapeutics.
Widely recognized under the name of Widodo Nashi,
his publications have received international
recognition for their significant contributions
to global health and traditional
medicine. Thank You.