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Jul

28

A Call for Unity and Humanitarian Action in Gaza

A Call for Unity and Humanitarian Action in Gaza

Jul 28

In a significant meeting in Doha, two weeks ago, former Indonesian Vice President H.M. Jusuf Kalla urged Hamas to unite with Al Fatah and strengthen internal cohesion. Speaking to Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh on July 12th, 2024 Kalla emphasized, "Without unity of aspirations and institutions, resolving the Gaza problem will only become...

Jul

27

Jusuf Kalla and A Renewed Call for Peace in Palestine

Jusuf Kalla and A Renewed Call for Peace in Palestine

Jul 27

In a discreet location outside Kuala Lumpur, a few months ago, a critical meeting took place aimed at addressing one of the world's most enduring conflicts. On the evening of May 5th, 2024 representatives from the Palestinian Hamas delegation met with Indonesian diplomats to explore paths to peace amidst the escalating violence in the Gaza...

Jul

26

Intern Story: ‘ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ is Not Only Best for Study but Also for Work’

Intern Story: ‘ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ is Not Only Best for Study but Also for Work’

Jul 26

Siti Amaliah, an Indonesian student at Yarmouk University, Jordan, has spent six months as an intern at the Secretariat Office of Universitas Islam International Indonesia (ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ). While her time at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ was supposed to be just an internship, she admits that it turned into a journey of a paradigm shift, changing her perspective of what...

Jul

09

Theological Imperative for Environmental Stewardship?

Theological Imperative for Environmental Stewardship?

Jul 09

Grand Imam of Istiqlal Mosque Jakarta,  Prof. Dr. KH. Nasaruddin Umar, in his keynote speech during a recent's research launch on Green Islam research in Indonesia by PPIM UIN Jakarta, underscored the theological imperative for environmental stewardship. "Our fatal shortcomings as human beings come from the arrogance that we are the...

Jul

08

Norwegian Expert Warns of 'Dangerous Trends' in Academia at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Forum

Norwegian Expert Warns of 'Dangerous Trends' in Academia at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Forum

Jul 08

Dr. Lena Larsen, Program Director of the Norwegian Center for Human Rights, University of Oslo, Norway, warned early career researchers about the dangerous trends in academia during the 2nd Graduate Forum of the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Faculty of Education, held from July 4 to 5, 2024, in collaboration with the American Institute for Indonesian Studies...

Jul

07

Can Islamic Universities Produce Climate Leaders and Eco-Theologians?

Can Islamic Universities Produce Climate Leaders and Eco-Theologians?

Jul 07

In a world where climate change and environmental degradation are pressing challenges, the role of educational institutions in fostering climate awareness and leadership is crucial. A recent study titled "Ulama and Climate Change in Indonesia: Curriculum Analysis and Integration Strategy for Climate Change Issues in Islamic Higher Education,"...

Jul

05

Prof. Nelly van Doorn-Harder: We Should Not Let the Critics Discourage Us

Prof. Nelly van Doorn-Harder: We Should Not Let the Critics Discourage Us

Jul 05

Professor Nelly van Doorn-Harder, an expert in religious studies from Wake Forest University, North Carolina, USA, delivered a keynote speech during the 2nd Graduate Forum at the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Faculty of Education (FoE) on July 4, 2024, during which she encouraged ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ students to not afraid of critique when writing scientific works. The 2nd Graduate...

Jul

04

FoE Master's Students Engage in Research Visit at Deakin University, Australia

FoE Master's Students Engage in Research Visit at Deakin University, Australia

Jul 04

Top three achievers of the second cohort of Master’s students from the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Faculty of Education (FoE) visited Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia, for a research-focused academic exchange. Participants Iin Afriyanti Umar, Muhammad Fayyaz Mumtaz, and Eka Hermansyah explored campus life, engaged in research discussions, and gained insights...

Jun

23

Al-Azhar Deputy Grand Sheikh Hails ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ's Influence, Emphasizes Islamic Moderation

Al-Azhar Deputy Grand Sheikh Hails ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ's Influence, Emphasizes Islamic Moderation

Jun 23

DEPOK, Indonesia - In a visit seen as a sign of growing international recognition, Professor Dr. Muhammad adh-Dhuwaini, Deputy Grand Sheikh of Al-Azhar University, praised the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ (ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ) for its rising influence. Professor Dr. adh-Dhuwaini's address on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024, at the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ campus transcended...

Jun

18

Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Social Science Research

Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Social Science Research

Jun 18

Professor Thomas B. Pepinsky delivered a public lecture at the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Campus in Depok, West Java, on June 14, 2024 (ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ/Achmad Jatnika). In the constantly evolving field of social science, the debate over the best research methods continues to spark interest and, at times, controversy. Traditionally, scholars have leaned heavily on either...

Feb

13

My First Semester Experience as an International Student at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ

My First Semester Experience as an International Student at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ

Feb 13

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ, DEPOK - As a Filipino student embracing Roman Catholicism, I thought that I would find it difficult to go to the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ (ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ), as I came from Manila, the Northern part of the Philippines, where the majority of religions are Christians. Since I arrived here on September 23, 2023, I was still...

Jan

01

Strengthening Bonds: ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ’s Commitment to Family Reunification Amidst Academic Pursuits

Strengthening Bonds: ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ’s Commitment to Family Reunification Amidst Academic Pursuits

Jan 01

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ.AC.ID , DEPOK - Universitas Islam International Indonesia (ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ) goes beyond the traditional norms of education in appreciating the role of family in students’ academic pursuits. To promote a supportive learning environment, ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ understands that family ties are pivotal. By doing this, ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ ensures that families can come together...

Dec

22

Gender Equality in Sports: Here’s How ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Students Think of It

Gender Equality in Sports: Here’s How ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Students Think of It

Dec 22

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ.AC.ID, DEPOK -  Beyond the confines of competition, gender equality in sports promotes an even playing field where individuals of all genders may pursue their interests and abilities in being sporty without fear of prejudice. While this topic gained international discussion, students of Universitas Islam International Indonesia...

Dec

22

Sustainable Commuting: Pedaling Towards a Greener Tomorrow with ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Bicycles

Sustainable Commuting: Pedaling Towards a Greener Tomorrow with ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Bicycles

Dec 22

ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ.AC.ID, DEPOK - Universities are making great efforts to make the world a better place in the era of global environmental sustainability concerns. ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ (ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ) is privileged to be associated with this good change through the Green Planet Project, which works towards reducing carbon footprints and...

Jul

12

What is ‘Threads’ and Why is It Hitting the World Like a Storm?

What is ‘Threads’ and Why is It Hitting the World Like a Storm?

Jul 12

Threads, Instagram's newly launched social media platform, is hitting the world like a storm as it has achieved an astounding milestone by amassing 100 million users within only five days since its official launch, surpassing the previous record held by the AI chatbot ChatGPT for its rapid acquisition of users. In response to this exceptional...